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Himalaya Capital
Himalaya Capital is a concentrated value equity firm founded by Li Lu in 1997, known for long-term investments in US and Chinese stocks.
Himalaya Capital
HIMALAYA CAPITAL is an SEC-registered investment adviser in SEATTLE, WA, registered since 2011. The firm manages approximately $21.4 billion in regulatory assets. It has 21 employees and 15 investment advisers.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Year founded
1997
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Seattle
Corporate office
New York, NY, United States
Principals
Li Lu
Founder and Chairman
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Himalaya Capital?
Investment decisions are made by founder Li Lu, the sole principal. Li Lu is a known value investor and protégé of Charlie Munger. The firm has not disclosed a broader investment committee.
What is Himalaya Capital's investment approach?
The firm follows a concentrated, long-only value investing strategy. Holdings are typically under 20 positions. Himalaya Capital focuses on public equities in the US and China, with a bias toward large-cap companies.
How does Himalaya Capital source deal flow?
The firm sources ideas through fundamental research and public filings. Li Lu has publicly stated that he relies on proprietary analysis rather than external networking.
Does Himalaya Capital operate as a family office or an asset manager?
Himalaya Capital is structured as an asset manager, though it has been reported that Li Lu returned external capital to focus on personal wealth. It is unclear if the firm currently accepts outside capital.
What sectors does Himalaya Capital invest in?
The firm invests across sectors but has disclosed positions in financials (Bank of America), technology (Apple), and consumer goods. Recent filings show exposure to energy and industrials.
Is Himalaya Capital related to any other investment vehicles?
No publicly known related entities exist. Li Lu previously managed capital for friends and family, but no separate philanthropic or special-purpose vehicles are disclosed.
What is the firm's known posture on co-investments?
Himalaya Capital does not participate in co-investments or external partnerships. The firm operates independently, with all capital deployed by Li Lu directly into public equities.
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