Doha, Qatar & New York, Feb 24 — Qatar Investment Authority (“QIA”) and 5C Investment Partners LP (“5C”) today announced a multifaceted Strategic Partnership designed to accelerate 5C’s growth as a leading financing solutions provider. QIA’s investment will enhance the expansion of 5C’s existing direct lending platform and drive the development of new investment strategies and financing solutions.
Commencing operations in 2024, 5C has grown its platform to approximately $3 billion of long-term investable capital1. 5C provides direct financing to high-quality companies in the upper middle-market in recession-resistant industries including business services, software, healthcare and financial services.
Mohammed Saif Al-Sowaidi, CEO of QIA said: “We are pleased to continue our long-standing relationship with Mike and Tom, who have built a strong, scalable platform with a clear strategic vision. We are committed to supporting 5C’s continued growth, expansion into new opportunities, and long-term success.”
Michael Koester and Tom Connolly, Co-Founders of 5C said: “We are honored to have Qatar Investment Authority as a partner and lead investor. Their global perspective and relationship-based approach complement our business and further enhances our ability to act as a capital partner of choice.”