
General Atlantic
Description
General Atlantic is a leading global growth equity firm with a distinguished history of partnering with high-growth companies across various sectors. Established in 1980, the firm specializes in providing capital and strategic support to businesses poised for significant expansion, typically taking minority stakes. With a global footprint spanning North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, General Atlantic has built a reputation for its long-term investment horizon and deep industry expertise, aiming to accelerate the growth trajectories of its portfolio companies.
The firm's investment strategy is centered on identifying and backing innovative companies that have achieved product-market fit and are generating substantial revenue, but require capital and operational guidance to scale globally or enter new markets. General Atlantic focuses on five core sectors: Technology, Consumer, Financial Services, Healthcare, and Life Sciences. Their approach involves active collaboration with management teams, leveraging their extensive network and operational insights to drive value creation. This hands-on partnership model distinguishes them from traditional private equity firms, emphasizing growth over leveraged buyouts.
As of December 31, 2023, General Atlantic manages over $84 billion in assets under management, reflecting its significant scale and influence in the growth equity landscape. The firm typically invests between $50 million and $1 billion+ per company, often serving as the lead investor in funding rounds. Their portfolio includes a diverse range of successful enterprises, from emerging disruptors to established market leaders, underscoring their commitment to fostering sustainable growth and innovation across the global economy.
Investor Profile
General Atlantic has backed more than 482 startups, with 23 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 281 rounds, about 58% of its total and boasts 148 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Private Equity, Series C, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, India, China.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, E-Commerce, Financial Services.
- Led 18 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $50M – $1000M.
Stage Focus
- Private Equity (35%)
- Series C (12%)
- Series B (12%)
- Series E (8%)
- Series D (8%)
- Series Unknown (7%)
- Series A (5%)
- Post Ipo Equity (4%)
- Series F (4%)
- Secondary Market (2%)
Country Focus
- United States (49%)
- India (10%)
- China (6%)
- Brazil (6%)
- Germany (4%)
- Mexico (4%)
- United Kingdom (4%)
- France (3%)
- Canada (2%)
- Hong Kong (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- E-commerce
- Financial Services
- Health Care
- Fintech
- Information Technology
- Saas
- Biotechnology
- Internet
- Finance
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