KPS Special Situations Fund II
Overview
KPS Special Situations Fund II is a private equity fund managed by KPS Capital Partners, focusing on making controlling equity investments in manufacturing and industrial companies across a diverse array of industries. The fund primarily targets companies experiencing operational and financial challenges, aiming to implement restructuring plans that enhance performance and profitability. The fund's investment strategy emphasizes acquiring companies with strong franchises and unique competitive advantages, particularly those in need of turnaround or restructuring. KPS Special Situations Fund II seeks to create value by working constructively with management teams to improve strategic positioning and operational efficiency, rather than relying primarily on financial leverage. Since its inception, the fund has been involved in several acquisitions, including the Wire Rope Corporation of America, Speedline Technologies, and AmeriCast Technologies. These investments align with the fund's focus on complex corporate carve-outs, family-owned businesses, and private sales, with a geographic emphasis on North America and Europe.
Investment Focus
- Control Investor
- Up to $200 Million of Initial Equity Capital
- Corporate Divestitures
- Restructurings
- Private Sales
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does KPS Special Situations Fund II invest in?
KPS Special Situations Fund II invests in Healthcare, Automotive, Consumer Products, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing and Luxury Goods, and is based in New York, United States. KPS Special Situations Fund II is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does KPS Special Situations Fund II invest at?
KPS Special Situations Fund II backs companies at Buyout, Turnaround and Distressed, writing cheques of 200M - 2B.
Which regions does KPS Special Situations Fund II invest in?
KPS Special Situations Fund II invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Australia and France.
What companies has KPS Special Situations Fund II invested in?
KPS Special Situations Fund II's portfolio includes AmeriCast Technologies, Wire Rope Corporation of America and Speedline Technologies.
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