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Q: When was Nuveen last fund created?

Nuveen last fund was created/launched in 2025-12-02.

General contacts

Investor type

VC / PE / Fund of funds

Founded

1898

AUM

$1 400 000 M

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Seed Pre-seed Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

Europe North America Asia

ESG Focus

Impact investor

Investor profile last updated: 02 August, 2026

Profile

Nuveen is a global investment firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 1898. As a subsidiary of TIAA, Nuveen manages a diverse range of public and private assets. The firm employs over 3,000 professionals, providing investment services to institutions and high-net-worth individuals. Nuveen distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainable and impact investing, leveraging its extensive experience to adapt to the evolving needs of investors.

Nuveen invests across multiple sectors including real estate, infrastructure, and natural capital, with a focus on alternative investment strategies. The firm operates globally, managing assets for public pension funds, university endowments, and insurers. Nuveen's investment stages range from early-stage to late-stage, with typical check sizes varying widely depending on the investment vehicle. The firm manages several funds, including the Nuveen Climate Inclusion Private Equity Strategy Fund II and the Nuveen Impact Credit Fund.

Notable investments by Nuveen include Spearmint Energy, a company focused on renewable energy solutions. The firm continues to expand its portfolio, emphasizing investments that align with its strategic goals and the long-term objectives of its clients.

Industry

CleanTech Infrastructure Technology MedTech Travel Software SaaS Real Estate Healthcare Services Foodtech Food and Beverage Fintech Financial Services E-commerce/Marketplace Digital Consumer Services (B2C) Consumer Products Transportation Energy Security Retail

Nuveen Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Nuveen Climate Inclusion Private Equity Strategy Fund II	Private Equity (PE)	Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Real Estate SaaS Software Transportation Energy	Series B Late Stage (Series C+)	North America Europe Asia	$5-10 m	$200 M	July 2024
Nuveen Impact Credit Fund	Fund of funds	Real Estate SaaS Security Software Technology Energy CleanTech	Seed Series A Series B	North America Europe	$5-10 m	$157 M	October 2024
Nuveen CPACE Lending Fund III	Fund of funds	Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Real Estate Retail Technology Energy	Seed Series A Series B	North America Europe	$5-10 m	$785 M	July 2025
U.S. Strategic Debt Fund	Fund of funds	Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Real Estate SaaS Security Software	Seed Series A Series B	North America Europe	$5-10 m	$650 M	December 2025

Contacts

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William Huffman Nuveen Chief Executive Officer

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Saira Malik, CFA® Chief Investment Officer

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FAQs about Nuveen

Is Nuveen a venture capital or private equity firm?

Nuveen is a venture capital and private equity firm that also operates as a fund of funds. It backs companies at Seed, Pre-seed and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is Nuveen located?

Nuveen is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

When was Nuveen founded?

Nuveen was founded in 1898.

What sectors and industries does Nuveen invest in?

Nuveen invests in companies and startups in CleanTech, Infrastructure, Technology, MedTech, Travel, Software, SaaS, Real Estate, Healthcare Services, Foodtech, Food and Beverage, Fintech, Financial Services, E-commerce/Marketplace, Digital, Consumer Services (B2C), Consumer Products, Transportation, Energy, Security, Retail.

What is Nuveen geographical focus of investments?

Nuveen invests in companies and startups in Europe, North America, Asia.

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

Nuveen invests in companies and startups at Seed, Pre-seed, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of Nuveen investment?

Nuveen usually invests $10-50 m on average.

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

Nuveen has around $1 400 000m assets under management.

When was Nuveen last fund created?

Nuveen last fund was created/launched in 2025-12-02

Is Nuveen impact investor?

Yes, Nuveen is impact investor.

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