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Apollo Global Management
Alternative asset manager blending private equity, credit, and retirement services.
Key facts
- Website
- apollo.com
- Founded
- 1990
- Pricing
- Typical mega-fund structure: ~2% annual management fee plus 20% carried interest on profits above a hurdle rate
- Country
- United States
- Rating
- No reviews yet
About Apollo Global Management
Alternative asset manager providing flexible capital at scale across credit, equity, real assets, and financial services. Invests alongside clients in diverse sectors including energy transition, real estate, and infrastructure, positioning itself as a key financing partner for the Global Industrial Renaissance.
Key features
- $938 billion AUM
- Credit-heavy platform ($392B in credit)
- Distressed-to-control buyout specialist
- Retirement services via Athene subsidiary
- Notable deals: Harrah's Entertainment, Tech Data, AMC
Pros & cons
Pros
- Strong credit and structured-finance capabilities
- Integrated retirement/insurance capital base
- Experience navigating distressed and complex situations
Cons
- Distressed-focus strategy carries higher risk profiles
- Large check sizes exclude smaller acquisitions
- Complex, multi-asset-class structure can be opaque to sellers
Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions About Apollo Global Management
What asset classes does Apollo manage?
Apollo manages credit, equity, real assets, and financial services, with Athene handling retirement solutions for millions of retirees.
What is Apollo's investment philosophy?
Apollo acts as a principal investor, combining disciplined underwriting with an integrated platform to deliver solutions across market cycles.
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