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Permira
British global investment firm focused on private equity and credit across four core sectors.
Key facts
- Website
- permira.com
- Founded
- 1985
- Pricing
- Traditional 2/20 fee model; large-cap and upper-mid-market buyouts
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Rating
- No reviews yet
About Permira
British global investment firm managing €90B+ focused on transatlantic private equity and credit with thematic, sector-led approach. Specializes in technology, consumer, healthcare, and services sectors driving technology-led transformation and long-term value creation.
Key features
- €80bn AUM across PE and credit
- Focus: tech, consumer, healthcare, services
- 300+ companies invested since inception
- Offices across Europe, US and Asia
Pros & cons
Pros
- Deep sector specialisation
- Long track record in tech buyouts
Cons
- Competitive, large-cap-focused deal segment
- Less suited to very small businesses
Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions About Permira
What are Permira's four core sectors?
Technology, consumer, healthcare, and services with emphasis on technology-led transformation and long-term value creation.
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