Avenue Capital Group

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Investor type

PE / Debt fund

Founded

1995

AUM

$9 100 M

Location

New York, New York, United States

Investment Ticket

$100+ m

Investment Stage

Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

Asia Europe North America

ESG Focus

Impact investor

Investor profile last updated: 13 October, 2026

Profile

Avenue Capital Group is a global investment firm headquartered in New York, founded in 1995 by Marc Lasry and Sonia Gardner. The firm specializes in specialty lending, opportunistic credit, and special situations investments across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Avenue Capital manages an estimated $9.1 billion in assets and operates with over 175 employees across multiple global offices. Its team comprises over 55 investment professionals with extensive experience in both public and private debt markets, focusing on identifying opportunities in fragmented and capital-constrained markets.

The firm invests primarily in industries undergoing transition, leveraging its well-developed themes and strategies to identify and capitalize on opportunities. Its investment focus includes distressed and private debt markets, with a commitment to rigorous analysis and adherence to ESG principles as a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment. Avenue Capital has a legacy of over $100 billion deployed in various sectors.

Notable investments by Avenue Capital Group include companies across diverse industries, demonstrating its ability to adapt its strategy to market conditions. However, specific portfolio companies are not detailed in publicly available sources, highlighting the firm's focus on strategic investment rather than portfolio visibility.

Industry

HealthTech SaaS Real Estate Business Services (B2B) Consumer Products Financial Services Healthcare Services Technology Infrastructure Sports/SportsTech

Avenue Capital Group Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Avenue Sports Fund	Debt fund	Sports/SportsTech	North America Europe	$100+ m	$1000 M	September 2025
Avenue Europe Special Situations Fund V	Debt fund	HealthTech SaaS Real Estate Business Services (B2B) Consumer Products Financial Services Healthcare Services Technology Infrastructure	Europe	$100+ m	—	May 2024
Avenue Asia Special Situations Fund VI	Debt fund	HealthTech SaaS Real Estate Business Services (B2B) Consumer Products Financial Services Healthcare Services Technology Infrastructure	Asia	$100+ m	—	March 2022

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FAQs about Avenue Capital Group

Is Avenue Capital Group a venture capital or private equity firm?

Avenue Capital Group is a private equity firm that also operates as a debt fund. It backs companies at Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $100+ m.

Where is Avenue Capital Group located?

Avenue Capital Group is located in New York, New York, United States.

When was Avenue Capital Group founded?

Avenue Capital Group was founded in 1995.

What sectors and industries does Avenue Capital Group invest in?

Avenue Capital Group invests in companies and startups in HealthTech, SaaS, Real Estate, Business Services (B2B), Consumer Products, Financial Services, Healthcare Services, Technology, Infrastructure, Sports/SportsTech.

What is Avenue Capital Group geographical focus of investments?

Avenue Capital Group invests in companies and startups in Asia, Europe, North America.

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

Avenue Capital Group invests in companies and startups at Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of Avenue Capital Group investment?

Avenue Capital Group usually invests $100+ m on average.

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

Avenue Capital Group has around $9 100m assets under management.

Is Avenue Capital Group impact investor?

Yes, Avenue Capital Group is impact investor.

What are the contacts of Avenue Capital Group?

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