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Baring Vostok Capital Partners
Baring Vostok Capital Partners is an asset manager based in St Peter Port, founded 1994; the Altss profile covers its classification, headquarters,...
Overview
Baring Vostok Capital Partners is an exempt reporting adviser in ST PETER PORT. It advises on investment strategies. The firm is based there.
General information
Firm type
Generalist
Year founded
1994
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Guernsey
City
St Peter Port
Corporate office
St Peter Port, Guernsey
Principals
Michael Calvey
Founder and Managing Partner
Andrew Nachshen
Partner
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
How does Baring Vostok source proprietary deal flow?
The firm leverages its long-standing network in Russia and the CIS, built over 28 years in the market. This local presence allows it to access off-market opportunities, particularly in technology and financial services, where it has co-invested alongside larger international firms like Goldman Sachs.
How did Michael Calvey's legal situation affect the firm?
Michael Calvey was arrested in 2020 on fraud charges related to a dispute over a majority stake in the telecom firm Vostochny Express. He was acquitted in 2021, and the firm continued managing its portfolio. The case highlighted risks of doing business in Russia but did not fundamentally disrupt operations (per Reuters, 2021).
What sectors does Baring Vostok explicitly avoid investing in?
The firm does not publicly disclose a list of excluded sectors, but its portfolio is concentrated in technology, financial services, and consumer sectors, with no apparent investments in real estate or pure-play commodities.
Where does Baring Vostok's underlying investment mandate come from?
Baring Vostok's mandate is set by its limited partners, which primarily include institutional investors such as pension funds, endowments, and sovereign wealth funds, though specific LPs are not disclosed. The firm's regional focus on Russia and the CIS is central to its fundraising proposition.
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