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The 12 closest competitors and alternatives to 3i GROUP PLC among asset management companies — ranked by similarity to what 3i GROUP PLC actually does, not by market-cap band.

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About 3i GROUP PLC

3i Group plc is an investment company that focuses on mid-market Private Equity and Infrastructure companies. It supports the growth of its portfolio companies through its global offices. The company invests in businesses primarily located in northern Europe and North America.

3i GROUP PLC at a glance

3i GROUP PLC is an asset management company headquartered in Germany. Xcout tracks 22 named people at 3i GROUP PLC, including Michael Connors (Chairman & Chief Executive Officer).

3i GROUP PLC leadership

  • Michael ConnorsChairman & Chief Executive Officer
  • Simon BorrowsChief Executive
  • Paul Norman GottsegenPartner of Americas Consulting & President of ISG Client Experience
  • Todd DregerPresident of ISG Enterprise Growth & Chair of ISG GovernX®
  • Jasi HalaiChief Operating Officer
  • Michael A. SherrickChief Financial Officer & Executive Vice President

16 more named people on record for 3i GROUP PLC, with roles, board committees and tenure — see the full roster →

Top 12 3i GROUP PLC competitors

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BRIDGEPOINT GROUP PLCBPT · Asset ManagementLondon, United Kingdom
68% matchPublic

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Bridgepoint Group plc, formerly Bridgepoint Group Limited, is a financial institution specializing in both private equity and private credit. The firm deploys capital across diverse investment strategies, including growth capital, buyouts, syndicated debt, infrastructure financing, direct lending, and various private credit opportunities. It targets companies ranging from lower mid-market and middle market to small mid-cap and small-cap segments. Bridgepoint's investment focus spans a wide array of sectors. These include advanced industrials, automation, agricultural sciences, and businesses facilitating the energy transition. It also actively invests in business services, financial services, professional services, testing, inspection, and certification (TIC), and information services. Within the consumer domain, the firm backs digital brands, video games, and wellbeing products. Additionally, Bridgepoint has a significant presence in healthcare, particularly in pharmaceuticals, Med-Tech products, and outsourced Med-Tech services. Geographically, the firm primarily seeks opportunities across the United Kingdom, New York, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Spain, France, and the Nordic region. Equity investments generally range from £4.77 million (approximately $5.91 million) to €300 million (around $348.8 million). Specifically, commitments for small mid-cap companies are typically between £40 million ($49.54 million) and £125 million ($154.82 million), while small-cap investments are usually between £10 million ($12.39 million) and £25 million ($30.96 million). Bridgepoint focuses on businesses with an enterprise value ranging from €10 million (about $10.74 million) to €1 billion (approximately $1.07 billion). Established in 1985, Bridgepoint Group plc is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, and maintains a global operational presence with additional offices across North America, Asia, and Europe.

Market cap$3.9B
Employees542
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ICG ENTERPRISE TRUST PLCICGT · Asset ManagementLondon, United Kingdom
66% matchPublic

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ICG Enterprise Trust PLC primarily deploys capital through two distinct avenues: direct investments and commitments to various private equity funds. The Trust expressly avoids early-stage or venture capital funding, instead focusing on providing growth capital. Its direct investment strategy often involves co-investing in established companies undergoing buyouts. Within its fund-of-funds allocations, the Trust targets primary and secondary purchases of private equity buyout funds, growth capital funds, and mezzanine funds. The Trust maintains a broad sector focus, encompassing healthcare, education, industrial companies, business and consumer services, leisure, technology, media, telecommunications, and financial institutions, among others. Geographically, direct investments in unquoted companies and primary fund commitments span all industry sectors across Europe, with a particular emphasis on the United Kingdom and Western Europe. For its broader fund-of-funds strategy, the geographic scope also extends to the United States. The Trust typically seeks to deploy between $100 million and $200 million, targeting companies with an enterprise value ranging from £25 million ($40.62 million) to £200 million ($324.94 million). Investments within the UK middle market are frequently channeled through funds managed by Graphite Capital Management LLP, while broader European and UK middle-market exposure is gained via third-party fund commitments. Additionally, the Trust participates in co-investments alongside its portfolio funds, acquires stakes in existing funds through secondary market transactions, and explores opportunities in emerging sectors, such as public finance initiatives, and with new fund managers.

Market cap$1.2B
Employees0
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HG CAPITAL TRUST PLCHGT · Asset ManagementLondon, United Kingdom
65% matchPublic

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HgCapital Trust plc (2017) strategically allocates capital to a diverse range of opportunities, encompassing direct investments in both publicly traded and privately held companies, as well as participations in fund-of-funds arrangements. The trust permits its entire gross asset base (100%) to be exposed to unlisted investments. However, it imposes a strict limit, ensuring that no individual direct or indirect investment in an unlisted company or closed-ended fund exceeds 15% of its gross assets. The primary focus for its direct investments lies in middle-market buyouts across the Technology, TMT, Services, and Industrials Technology sectors, targeting businesses with enterprise values between £80 million (approximately $97.43 million) and £500 million (approximately $608.95 million). It also seeks lower mid-market buyout prospects specifically within the TMT sector, focusing on companies valued from £20 million (approximately $24.35 million) to £80 million (approximately $97.43 million). Beyond these, the fund explores direct investments in hospitality (hotels, restaurants, leisure), consumer durables and apparel, various service industries, and renewable energy. Geographically, HgCapital Trust prioritizes investments within Europe, with a distinct emphasis on Northern Europe, including the United Kingdom, Germany, France, the Benelux region, and the Nordics, alongside other European territories. The trust typically commits between £100 million (approximately $202.89 million) and £500 million (approximately $1014.45 million) to each of its portfolio companies. For its fund-of-funds segment, it specifically invests in limited partnership vehicles overseen by HgCapital. A cornerstone of its investment philosophy is to secure a majority ownership stake in the businesses it supports.

Market cap$2.5B
Employees0
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