AlpInvest Co-Investment Fund IX (ACF IX)

AlpInvest Co-Investment Fund IX (ACF IX) is the ninth iteration of AlpInvest Partners' flagship co-investment strategy. Managed by AlpInvest Partners, a subsidiary of The Carlyle Group, the fund focuses on providing investors with access to private equity buyouts by co-investing alongside leading private equity firms. ACF IX aims to capitalize on attractive investment opportunities in the mid-market segment, leveraging AlpInvest's extensive network and experience in the private equity space. The fund has successfully raised $4.1 billion, surpassing its predecessor's $3.5 billion close in 2021. ACF IX attracted commitments from 185 global investors, including pension funds, asset managers, and family offices. The fund's strategy involves investing in whole-company buyout transactions and equity stakes across various industry sectors worldwide. By focusing on mid-market deals, ACF IX seeks to achieve favorable entry valuations, often at 15% to 20% discounts compared to peak-period prices. AlpInvest's co-investment platform has a track record of over 400 equity co-investments, committing more than $19 billion over the past 25 years. The firm's approach emphasizes building long-term partnerships with top-tier private equity sponsors, enabling access to high-quality deal flow and efficient execution. ACF IX continues this tradition, aiming to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns to its investors through a diversified portfolio of co-investments.