Henderson Asia Pacific Equity Partners

What is Henderson Asia Pacific Equity Partners?

Henderson Asia Pacific Equity Partners, also known as Pacific Equity Partners (PEP), is an Australia-based Private Markets Fund Manager. Founded in 1998, they are recognized as a leader in the Australian and New Zealand markets.

The firm has more than A$12 billion in assets under management and specializes in acquisitions. The senior team has a history of working together, having previously led the largest and most successful strategy consulting business in their region.

PEP Funds have completed more than 23 operating company investments and over 70 bolt-on acquisitions. PEP's fourth fund, PEP IV, raised in 2008 with A$2.7 billion in core and A$1.3 billion in co-invest funds, signifies their advanced capital deployment stage.

PEP takes pride in transforming businesses through strategic profit improvement and boasts a track record of delivering top-tier returns. Their investment approach combines systematic analysis, extensive experience, and integrity.

PEP actively seeks resilient businesses that are not realizing their full potential and partners with external entities to build value in those companies. They operate across four main investment strategies: Private Equity, Secure Assets, Capital Solutions, and PEP Gateway.

PEP is also dedicated to responsible investing; they've measured CO2 across nine portfolio companies and power operations with renewable energy. As a signatory to the United Nations Principles of Responsible Investing (UNPRI) since 2012, they are committed to integrity, professionalism, and ethical investing.

Additionally, PEP fosters the growth of future female leaders in Australian private equity through scholarships and internships. They have been recognized with multiple awards, such as Firm of the Year, from various industry associations, underlining their esteemed position in the market.