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EQT
EQT AB is a leading global private markets investment organization focused on private equity (Private Capital), infrastructure, and real estate.
EQT
EQT AB is a leading global private markets investment organization focused on private equity (Private Capital), infrastructure, and real estate. Founded in 1994 in Stockholm with the backing of Investor AB and rooted in the Wallenberg family's philosophy of responsible ownership, EQT has evolved into a multi-strategy platform managing funds that invest thematically across Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific (per EQT official history). As of 30 June 2026, total assets under management stood at €291 billion, with fee-generating AUM of €155 billion (per EQT AB Half-year Report 2026). The firm emphasizes active ownership, operational value creation, digitalization, and sustainability to transform portfolio companies. Key activities include flagship private equity and infrastructure funds, a substantial real estate portfolio, private wealth and evergreen products, and recent strategic expansions such as the pending acquisition of Coller Capital (secondaries) and launches of AI Infrastructure and Scaleup Europe strategies (per Half-year Report 2026). Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since 2019, EQT ranks among the top global private equity and infrastructure managers by capital raised and maintains a network of 25+ offices with deep local expertise. Leadership is headed by CEO and Managing Partner Per Franzén.
General information
Firm type
Generalist
Year founded
1994
AUM
$335B (€291B, 30 Jun 2026)
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Sweden
City
Stockholm
Corporate office
Stockholm, Sweden
Principals
Per Franzén
CEO and Managing Partner
Jean Eric Salata
Chair of the Board
Kim Henriksson
Chief Financial Officer
Christina Drews
Chief Operating Officer
Masoud Homayoun
Partner, Head of EQT Infrastructure
Henry Steinberg
Partner, Global Head of EQT Real Estate
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What is EQT's most recent total AUM?
€291 billion total assets under management (€155 billion fee-generating) as of 30 June 2026, per the EQT AB Half-year Report 2026.
When was EQT founded and by whom?
EQT was founded in 1994 by Conni Jonsson with backing from Investor AB, AEA Investors, and SEB, inspired by Wallenberg family principles of responsible ownership (per EQT official history).
Where is EQT headquartered?
EQT AB is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, at Regeringsgatan 25, with a global network of 25+ offices (per official website and corporate disclosures).
Who is the current CEO of EQT?
Per Franzén serves as CEO and Managing Partner, appointed effective May 2025 (per EQT announcements and Executive Committee page).
What are EQT's primary investment strategies?
EQT focuses on Private Capital (private equity), Infrastructure, and Real Estate, with additional early-stage, growth, private wealth, and evergreen offerings (per official website and Half-year Report 2026).
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