First Trust Capital Solutions

Overview

First Trust Capital Solutions was established in 2012 as a private equity fund-of-funds manager headquartered in Chicago. It maintains a diversified mandate that spans multiple alternative asset classes. The firm deploys capital through fund commitments, co-investments and secondaries. Its strategy covers buyout, expansion and late-stage venture alongside hedge fund and real estate allocations. Geographic reach centers on North America with additional exposure to international markets through underlying managers. No specific portfolio holdings appear in public records. Team size and additional offices remain undisclosed. The 2012 founding date marks the start of operations focused on institutional and high-net-worth access to alternatives. The joint venture with Vivaldi Asset Management constitutes the primary structural arrangement that shapes distribution and product reach.