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Point72
Point72 Asset Management, L.P. is a leading global alternative investment firm led by founder Steven A. Cohen, headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
Point72
Point72 Asset Management, L.P. is a leading global alternative investment firm led by founder Steven A. Cohen, headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut. Established in 2014 as the successor to S.A.C. Capital Advisors and initially operating as a family office, it transitioned to a SEC-registered investment adviser and began accepting external capital in 2018 (per Point72 website and leadership bios). The firm deploys multi-strategy approaches encompassing fundamental equities (its largest by headcount and allocation), systematic strategies via Cubist Systematic Strategies, global macro, private credit, and venture capital through Point72 Ventures and Point72 Private Investments. As of April 1, 2026, Point72 reports approximate firm AUM of $50.7 billion, covering assets managed by Point72 Asset Management, L.P. and affiliates in connection with funds offered to third-party investors (including capital of Mr. Cohen, employees, and related vehicles), excluding proprietary strategies such as Cohen Private Ventures (per official website disclaimer). The firm employs over 3,300 people globally with 200+ investing teams and maintains a broad international footprint including offices in New York, London, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, and others (per Point72 locations page). Registered with the SEC (CRD #283077), Point72 emphasizes talent development via the Point72 Academy, flat entrepreneurial structure, and strong compliance culture. In May 2026, it formalized an Executive Committee to support growth while Cohen continues as Chairman, CEO, and Co-CIO (per firm announcement).
General information
Firm type
Multi Family Office
Year founded
2014
AUM
$50.7B (as of April 1, 2026)
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Stamford
Corporate office
Stamford, CT, United States
Additional offices
Austin, TX, United States · Portola Valley, CA, United States · Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States · Seattle, WA, United States · Boise, ID, United States
Principals
Steven A. Cohen
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and Co-Chief Investment Officer
Harry Schwefel
President and Co-Chief Investment Officer
Vincent Tortorella
Chief Operating Officer
Gavin O’Connor
Executive Vice President
Michael C. Sullivan
Chief of Staff, Head of External Affairs
Jennifer Cohen
Chief Human Resources Officer
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Frequently asked questions
What is Point72 Asset Management and when was it founded?
Point72 Asset Management, L.P. is a global multi-strategy alternative investment firm founded in 2014 by Steven A. Cohen as successor to S.A.C. Capital Advisors. It operated initially as a family office before registering as an SEC investment adviser and reopening to external capital in 2018.
What is Point72’s current assets under management?
As of April 1, 2026, Point72 reports approximate firm AUM of $50.7 billion for assets managed in connection with funds offered to third-party investors (including related party capital). Regulatory AUM reported in Form ADV filings is substantially higher.
What investment strategies does Point72 employ?
Point72 deploys fundamental equities (sector-aligned multi-manager), systematic strategies (Cubist Systematic Strategies), global macro, private credit, and venture capital (Point72 Ventures), along with related private investments.
Where is Point72 headquartered and what is its global presence?
Headquarters are at 72 Cummings Point Road, Stamford, CT 06902, United States. The firm maintains offices across North America (New York, Chicago, Miami, San Francisco, Toronto, West Palm Beach), EMEA (London, Paris, Dubai, Milan, Warsaw), and Asia Pacific (Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo, Sydney, Taipei, Bengaluru).
Who are the key current leaders of Point72?
Steven A. Cohen serves as Chairman, CEO, and Co-CIO. Harry Schwefel is President and Co-CIO. Other senior leaders include Vincent Tortorella (COO), Gavin O’Connor (EVP), Michael C. Sullivan (Chief of Staff/Head of External Affairs), and members of the 2026-established Executive Committee.
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