Pictet Private Equity Investors S.A.

Pictet Private Equity Investors S.A. operates as a key component of Pictet Alternative Advisors (PAA), the dedicated unit for alternative investments within the broader Pictet Group. Founded in Geneva in 1805, Pictet is one of Switzerland's largest independent wealth and asset managers, overseeing substantial assets. As of December 31, 2023, the Pictet Group managed an impressive CHF 633 billion (approximately $740 billion USD) in assets under management and custody, underscoring its significant financial scale and long-standing presence in the global financial markets.

PAA's private equity strategy is comprehensive and diversified, encompassing primary fund commitments, secondary transactions, and direct co-investments. They partner with leading private equity managers worldwide, investing across a wide spectrum of strategies including buyouts, growth equity, venture capital, and distressed situations. This multi-faceted approach allows them to access a broad range of private market opportunities and manage risk effectively.

While a significant portion of their activity involves committing substantial capital to private equity funds – for instance, their Pictet Private Equity Investors VIII fund closed at $2.3 billion – PAA also actively engages in direct co-investments alongside their established fund managers. These co-investments represent their direct equity participation in portfolio companies, providing an additional avenue for value creation. For such direct co-investments, typical first check sizes can range from approximately $10 million to $50 million, depending on the specific deal size and opportunity.