Private Investments
Berggruen Holdings’ private equity activity is based on a strategy that emphasizes creativity and speed in evaluating and acting upon potential investments. The company is open to exploring unconventional opportunities and financial structures, and is known for working collegially with motivated and capable management teams.
The firm’s North American and European private equity portfolio (excluding its operations in India and Turkey) represents businesses that currently have approximately $1 billion in combined revenue and approximately $150 million in EBITDA. Although primarily focused on the United States and Greater Europe, Berggruen Holdings will also look at opportunities in emerging markets and Asia. Investments can range from modest commitments to $100 million in any single transaction.
While being industry agnostic and having a bias towards positive cash flow, Berggruen Holdings is willing to buy businesses through leveraged buyouts, public market securities, distressed situations and balance sheet restructurings.