List of the 90 largest Private Equity Funds in France [Update 2024]

List of 3 large Private Equity Funds in France

Private equity funds in France play a role in driving economic growth, fostering innovation, and fueling entrepreneurship. These funds have contributed significantly to the development of various sectors, including technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and services. The hand-curated list is based on our list of the 500 largest private equity funds in Europe. In the following, we are introducing you to three investors from our list.

1. Ardian (Paris)

Ardian is a prominent global investment firm in France, renowned for its expertise in private equity, infrastructure, and private debt. Ardian boasts an impressive portfolio of assets under management, which currently exceeds €90bn. This substantial capital base allows Ardian to make strategic investments across a wide range of sectors and geographies, supporting companies at various stages of development. Portfolio companies include the Inula Group, a leading provider of home care services in Europe, specializing in supporting elderly and disabled individuals with personalized assistance and Santé Cie, a rapidly growing healthcare group that operates a network of clinics and specialized medical centers in France.

Update 2024: On 6th February 2024, Ardian, a French private equity firm, announced its acquisition of a stake in My Pie. My Pie is considered French market leader in the field of supermarket hot snacks.

2. Tikehau Capital (Paris)

Tikehau Capital is a leading global alternative asset management and investment company with a focus on long-term value creation and a diverse range of investment strategies. Currently, the company has €34bn assets under management. Tikehau Capital’s portfolio comprises a wide range of companies spanning multiple industries and geographies. They invest amounts usually ranging between €20 and €150 million.

3. PAI Partners (Paris)

Founded in 1872, PAI Partners is headquartered in Paris and, additionally, has 7 worldwide office locations. The company focuses on making strategic investments in companies with significant growth potential and transformative opportunities. Cuurently, PAI Partners manages over €26bn assets and 34 companies in their portfolio.