The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ:CG) (NASDAQ: CG) is a global alternative asset manager specializing in private equity, real assets and global credit strategies. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., Carlyle invests across a broad range of industries including aerospace and defense, healthcare, industrials, technology and consumer sectors. Its product offerings encompass corporate private equity funds, real estate and infrastructure vehicles, direct lending programs and opportunistic credit strategies. The firm serves institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds and high-net-worth clients, providing tailored investment solutions and co-investment opportunities.
Since its initial public offering on the Nasdaq in 2012, Carlyle has expanded its geographic footprint with more than 30 offices across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Over the decades, the firm has completed thousands of transactions, deploying capital into companies at various stages of development—from early growth to mature buyouts. Carlyle’s sector-focused approach combines deep industry expertise with local market knowledge, allowing its investment teams to identify value, drive operational improvements and manage risk throughout the investment lifecycle.
The Carlyle Group was co-founded by David M. Rubenstein, William E. Conway Jr. and Daniel A. D’Aniello, all of whom have played active roles in shaping the firm’s strategic direction. As of recent years, the firm’s executive leadership has included CEO Kewsong Lee along with co-presidents William Conway and Daniel D’Aniello, supported by regional heads and specialized investment committees. This leadership structure underpins Carlyle’s collaborative culture, fostering cross-team insights and disciplined decision-making across its global platform.
In addition to traditional private equity investments, Carlyle has developed a suite of real assets strategies covering infrastructure, renewable energy, agriculture and real estate. Its global credit platform offers direct lending, opportunistic credit, structured products and distressed debt solutions. With a focus on sustainability and responsible investing, Carlyle integrates environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into its investment process, aiming to generate attractive long-term returns for clients while addressing broader societal challenges.
