Antares Capital

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Investor type

VC / PE / Debt fund

Founded

1996

AUM

$95 000 M

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Investment Ticket

$100+ m

Investment Stage

Pre-seed Seed

Region of investment

North America

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Antares Capital is a leading alternative credit manager based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 1996. The firm is backed by the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and has a team of over 565 professionals. Antares is known for its disciplined credit solutions and extensive experience in private and liquid markets, focusing on delivering consistent, risk-adjusted returns.

Antares invests across various sectors including healthcare, construction, property, transportation, and information technology. The firm provides financial solutions such as senior secured loans, mezzanine debt, and structured equity. With approximately $95 billion in capital under management and administration, Antares is a major player in the credit market, offering services to institutional investors, insurance companies, and financial advisors.

Notable investments by Antares include StarRez - a tech software company, 365 Retail Markets - a business services provider, and InVita Healthcare Technologies - a healthcare technology firm. The firm has a strong track record of being the lead lender in over 90% of its transactions, showcasing its significant influence and expertise in the credit industry.

Industry

IT Services Transportation Construction Business Services (B2B) Healthcare Services Industrial Retail Technology

Antares Capital Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Antares Senior Loan Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)	Business Services (B2B) Healthcare Services Industrial Retail Technology	Pre-seed Seed	North America	$5-10 m	$3000 M	September 2019
Antares Continuation Vehicle	Venture Capital (VC)	Business Services (B2B) Healthcare Services Industrial Technology	Pre-seed Seed	North America	$5-10 m	$1200 M	June 2025
Senior Loan Fund III	Private Equity (PE)	Business Services (B2B) Industrial Technology		North America	$100+ m	—	September 2026

Contacts

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Erik Wynkoop Senior Vice President

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Richard Aldrich, CFA Managing Director

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FAQs about Antares Capital

Is Antares Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?

Antares Capital is a venture capital and private equity firm that also operates as a debt fund. It backs companies at Pre-seed and Seed, writing tickets of $100+ m.

Where is Antares Capital located?

Antares Capital is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

When was Antares Capital founded?

Antares Capital was founded in 1996.

What sectors and industries does Antares Capital invest in?

Antares Capital invests in companies and startups in IT Services, Transportation, Construction, Business Services (B2B), Healthcare Services, Industrial, Retail, Technology.

What is Antares Capital geographical focus of investments?

Antares Capital invests in companies and startups in North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does Antares Capital typically invest in?

Antares Capital invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed.

What is the usual amount of Antares Capital investment?

Antares Capital usually invests $100+ m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Antares Capital?

Antares Capital has around $95 000m assets under management.

When was Antares Capital last fund created?

Antares Capital last fund was created/launched in 2025-06-02

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