The Sterling Group Raises $3.5 Billion for Industrial Sector Acquisitions and Growth
The Sterling Group Raises $3.5 Billion in Sixth Private Equity Fund
The Sterling Group Raises $3.5 Billion for Fund VI
Key Highlights:
- Fundraising Success: The Sterling Group, an industrial middle market private equity firm, raised $3.5 billion for its sixth private equity fund.
- Investor Base: LPs include both returning and new investors from the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
- Target Sector: Fund VI will primarily focus on corporate carve-outs and family businesses in the industrial sector.
- Operational Approach: The Sterling Group emphasizes its operational approach, partnering with management teams to drive growth and improvement in portfolio companies.
The Sterling Group's Target Market
- Target Market: Basic manufacturing, distribution, and industrial services companies in the middle market.
- Corporate Carve-Outs and Family Businesses: Focus on acquiring companies from corporate carve-outs and family-owned businesses in the industrial sector.
- Enterprise Value Range: Initial formation enterprise values typically range from $100 million to $750 million.
What The Sterling Group Needs to Buy
- Industrial Sector Investments: Identifying and acquiring suitable platform companies and add-on acquisitions in the industrial sector.
- Operational Expertise: Collaborating with management teams to implement operational improvements and drive growth in portfolio companies.
- Deal Sourcing and Due Diligence: Partnering with investment banks and advisory firms to identify potential investment opportunities and conduct thorough due diligence.