Bain Capital

Join us for our Investors of Tomorrow program on December 10, 2024, from 5:00–6:00 PM ET. The session will explore Bain Capital’s pioneering investment approach. Additionally, through a panel conversation with several investors across our platform, you'll learn how we meaningfully support our people and their development. Select registrants will also be invited to attend immersive workshops at our Boston office on January 9, 2025. This is fully sponsored by Bain Capital – including travel to our Boston office and accommodations for those requiring it. Register below no later than December 10 by 9:00am ET to attend our virtual session and to be considered for our in-person Summit. https://lnkd.in/eDmr9ut9

In a conversation with Middle Market Growth Magazine, Olivia Howard explained that at Bain Capital, the focus on value creation is fundamental. For decades, our dedicated portfolio and investment teams—representing a broad range and depth of operating and strategy expertise —have worked closely with management teams through growth stages and strategic pivots by challenging conventional thinking and continuously striving for enduring impact. https://lnkd.in/gkpU9BUQ

The union of BW-Fusion, Biodyne-USA, and Agronomy 365 combines over 30 years of biological innovation, advanced agronomy tools, and real-time data tools to create a market-leading platform for sustainable crop nutrition. BW-Fusion empowers U.S. growers with a complete, end-to-end solution—from the lab to the field and from data to delivery—designed to enhance productivity and long-term soil health. Together, we'll work with BW-Fusion to fuel sustainable growth and empower farmers to build stronger agricultural communities across the country. This partnership reflects our commitment to agriculture’s sustainable future and delivering meaningful impact nationwide. Read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/erq9wiAA

Companies and asset owners seek distinctive solutions and partners aligned with their growth goals. Our Global Special Situations business stands out by taking a true partnership approach, tailoring capital and our engagement to meet the specific needs of counterparties. Our strategy is distinctive. We bring bespoke capital and strategic partnership; leveraging credit and equity expertise, corporate and real asset capabilities, and operating skill sets in one integrated team. This approach has allowed us to create strong outcomes for our clients on a global basis. This in turn has been the key enabler of $9.1 billion in new capital across our Vintage II Special Situations funds. Read about the milestone here: https://lnkd.in/eMm2MTdi

Wharton MBA PE/VC Club was thrilled to host David Gross, Co-Managing Partner at Bain Capital, for a fireside chat. David shared his inspiring journey, from his early days studying business at Wharton undergrad, to joining Bain Capital in 2000 and establishing Bain Capital’s Asia business. Now as Co-Managing Partner, David co-leads the firm’s global strategy, overseeing $185B in AUM. We discussed how his MBA experience equipped him with critical skills for his career, and the leadership qualities he finds essential in managing such a vast and diverse organization. His perspective on adapting to shifts in the private equity landscape and identifying trends gave us invaluable insight into the evolving industry. David also emphasized the importance of mentorship and maintaining Bain Capital's vibrant culture of collaboration and excellence. A huge thank you to David for taking the time to connect with our community and inspire the next generation of leaders. Your insights will have a lasting impact on all of us as we build our paths in private equity and venture capital!

Bain Capital Specialty Finance, Inc. (NYSE: BCSF) announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. It also declared a 4Q 2024 dividend of $0.42 and an additional dividend of $0.03 per share, which was announced earlier this year. “BCSF delivered another strong quarter of earnings driven by high net investment income, net asset value growth, and continued healthy credit performance,” said Michael Ewald, Chief Executive Officer of #BCSF. “We also had an active quarter of new origination activity supported by our dedicated Private Credit Group’s global and longstanding presence in the core middle market. Looking forward, we believe the Company remains well-positioned to capitalize on attractive investment opportunities.” https://lnkd.in/e5GyxZ5F

In a Q&A with 9fin, Angelo Rufino discussed the long-term, structural catalysts that create a compelling backdrop for our Special Situations strategy to bridge the gap between private credit and private equity. He highlighted our investments in IMS Nanofabrication and Virgin Australia as examples of this approach, demonstrating our ability to provide not just capital, but also substantial value throughout the investment process. He also shared thoughts on today’s opportunity set in Europe, our approach to distressed investing, and primary vs secondary market opportunities. Read the full Q&A here: https://lnkd.in/e74-wNqy

In Private Debt Investor's November 2024 issue, Barnaby Lyons and Andrew Schantz analyzed emerging demands and evolving market dynamics for direct lending and special situations across the APAC region. The joint interview provided insights on jurisdictional complexities and compelling opportunities for those willing to build scale and adapt to local idiosyncrasies. They shared how the region’s growing opportunities are fueling demand for tailored financing solutions that domestic banks often cannot meet. This gap has led to an underpenetrated private credit market in Asia, ripe for investment.    #BainCapital #DirectLending #SpecialSituations #APAC  

Founders are tenacious, innovative, and essential to moving the world forward. Together, we reimagine what’s possible. To help them reach their full potential, we bring the resources across our platform and insights from forty years of supporting founder-led businesses. We are honored be recognized for the work that inspires us by Inc. Magazine as ‘Top Founder-Friendly Investor’ for the fifth consecutive year. Check out the full list: https://lnkd.in/e5SNdkd9

AQ Compute - Data Centers, a European data center provider with sustainability at its core, is our latest thematic investment into sustainability tailwinds. Partnering with Aquila Group, who will retain a minority stake in the business, we recognize a significant opportunity to develop AQ Compute into a leading green data center platform for hyperscale and AI customers across Europe. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eKy4Uq9V #BainCapital #datacenters #ESG #AI