Unlocking Investment Opportunities Across the Asia Pacific Region
We take an active, sector-focused approach to partnering with high-quality companies in and focused on the Asia Pacific region, aiming to help them achieve sustainable, long-term success in both domestic and international markets.
Since 1997, EQT Private Capital Asia has been at the forefront of transforming companies with the goal of leveraging our pan-Asian investment platform to create market-leading businesses.
Guided by a top-down thematic sector strategy and value creation rooted in active ownership and transformative management, EQT Private Capital Asia identifies and unlocks compelling investment opportunities across the region’s diverse markets.
We invest in the growth and long-term success of companies through two complementary Private Capital Asia strategies:
- Large-Cap Buyout Strategy: Focusing on etablished Asian businesses with opportunities for growth and enhanced performance through operational improvement.
- Mid-Market Buyout Strategy: Targeting high-growth mid-market companies driving expansion and innovation across Asia.
The team employs a dynamic and evolving value creation playbook that focuses on driving operational excellence and building sustainable, industry-leading businesses across EQT’s target sectors.
At a glance
Investment range
50M-3B+ USD
Number of portfolio companies
150+
Advisory Professionals
100+
What We Invest In
Our thematic sector-focused approach, paired with global expertise and local insights, enables improved sourcing and faster execution, creating strong, sustainable businesses across Asia Pacific.
Technology
Focusing on consumer internet, digital media, and software, with a particular emphasis on horizontal, vertical, and infrastructure software, as well as cybersecurity and fintech.
Healthcare
We target specialty MedTech, specialty pharma, pharma services, multi-specialty hospitals, and veterinary services, uncovering opportunities for growth and innovation.
Industrial Technology
Exploring investment opportunities in automation, robotics, clean tech, mobility, circular economy, sustainable materials, and food tech, driving innovation and sustainability.
Services
We invest in compliance and administration, distribution and network services, financial services, and human capital management and education, driving growth and efficiency.
Technology Services
We invest in businesses which support digital transformation, product engineering, cyber security and traditional IT services.
Our Strategies
EQT Private Capital Asia invests through two highly complementary buyout strategies: Asian Large-Cap Buyout and Asian Mid-Market Buyout, both built on a shared thematic investment approach and a commitment to active ownership.
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A leading premium international schools organization
Nord Anglia is a leading international schools organization, operating over 80 schools in 33 countries and educating tens of thousands of students from ages 2 to 18. Central to Nord Anglia’s educational philosophy is its personalized learning approach, where teaching is tailored to each student’s unique learning style.
Sector
Services
Country
Cross Border
Investment strategy
Large-Cap Buyout
Entry
2017
Website
A trusted partner in simplifying school management for teachers and administrators
Compass Education helps school communities simplify complexity with an all-in-one school management system. Featuring more than 40 connected, time-saving tools, schools can unlock productivity across attendance, payments, assessments, wellbeing and more. Compass powers 3,000+ government, and independent schools in Australia, UK and Ireland to enrich their education experience by streamlining administrative workflow and enhancing community engagement.
Sector
Technology Services
Country
Australia
Investment strategy
Mid-Market Growth
Entry
2024
Website
A trusted provider of Education, Nursing and Senior Care Services in Japan
Benesse is a provider of comprehensive education services, offering programs and resources that support learning from early childhood through adulthood. The company is also a leader in senior care, operating over 350 nursing care facilities across Japan, focused on enhancing the quality of life for aging populations. Leveraging decades of expertise, Benesse continues to innovate in addressing the evolving needs of families and communities, from education to elder care.
Sector
Services
Country
Japan
Investment strategy
Large-Cap Buyout
Entry
2023
Website
A provider of education financing for students in India and abroad
HDFC Credila is a leading education loan specialist, providing tailored financing solutions to help students pursue higher education both in India and abroad. Since its inception in 2006, the company has empowered over 124,000 students to achieve their academic aspirations, supporting enrollment in more than 4,100 institutions across 59 countries and over 2,700 courses. With a legacy of innovation and impact, HDFC Credila continues to transform access to education worldwide.
Sector
Services
Country
India
Investment strategy
Large-Cap Buyout
Entry
2023
Website
A global provider of digital transformation and IT solutions
Virtusa empowers businesses to accelerate their growth by delivering innovative digital transformation, engineering, and IT services. Combining deep industry expertise with efficient technology integration, Virtusa helps organizations drive efficiency, agility, and impact across their operations. With a focus on innovation and excellence, Virtusa enables businesses to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Sector
Services
Country
India
Investment strategy
Large-Cap Buyout
Entry
2021
Website
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Meet Our People
For three decades, Private Capital Asia has excelled by leveraging the expertise of its regional team across eight offices in Asia Pacific to meet the needs of our companies and clients.
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