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Sole Source Capital
Founded in 2016, targets recession-resistant industrial companies in North America.
Key facts
- Website
- solesourcecapital.com
- Founded
- 2016
- Country
- United States
- Rating
- No reviews yet
About Sole Source Capital
Founded 2016, targets recession-resistant industrial companies in North America with operationally-focused methodology. Concentrates on lower-middle market businesses positioned for growth with emphasis on operational improvement and risk mitigation.
Key features
- Industrial, recession-resistant sector focus
- Founder-owned company and carve-out specialist
- In-house operational improvement team
- Founded by PE veteran David Fredston
Pros & cons
Pros
- Clear industrial sector thesis
- Dedicated operational team for value creation
- Handles both founder sales and corporate carve-outs
Cons
- Relatively young firm (est. 2016), shorter track record
- Specific EBITDA/revenue targets not disclosed
- Named portfolio companies not published on site
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sole Source Capital
What is Sole Source's investment philosophy?
Sole Source targets recession-resistant industrial assets with quantifiable sector tailwinds, emphasizing operational improvement and growth without over-leverage.
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