First Eagle Investments

Overview

First Eagle Investments is a privately owned investment management firm headquartered in New York City. Established in 1864, the firm offers a range of investment strategies across equities, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternative credit. As of June 30, 2025, First Eagle manages approximately $161 billion in assets. The firm's investment approach emphasizes active, fundamental, and benchmark-agnostic investing, with a strong focus on downside mitigation. First Eagle's portfolio includes investments in various industries such as financial services, technology, healthcare, consumer goods, and energy. The firm has a global presence, with offices in multiple countries, and serves a diverse client base, including institutional investors, high-net-worth individuals, and mutual fund investors. In August 2025, First Eagle announced a majority investment by Genstar Capital, aiming to enhance its investment solutions and expand its global reach. Despite this investment, First Eagle maintains its independence and investment-led culture, with its leadership continuing to oversee daily operations and strategic direction. The firm remains committed to providing prudent stewardship of client assets and delivering attractive returns through varied economic cycles.

Investment Focus

• Focus on growth, buyout, and distressed stages
• Interest in diverse industries including financial services, technology, healthcare, and consumer goods
• Preference for investments in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Japan, China, India, Canada, Australia, Brazil, South Korea, Italy, Spain, Mexico, Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, Belgium, Norway, and Denmark
• Emphasis on downside risk mitigation and benchmark-agnostic strategies

Portfolio Companies