CDPQ Private Equity

CDPQ Private Equity is the private equity arm of Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ), a prominent institutional investor managing funds primarily for public and parapublic pension and insurance plans in Quebec. As of June 30, 2024, CDPQ's net assets totaled CAD 452 billion, with investments spanning major financial markets, private equity, infrastructure, real estate, and private debt. The firm operates globally, targeting high-quality assets rooted in the real economy.

The private equity division focuses on investments across various stages, including growth, buyout, turnaround, and distressed situations. CDPQ Private Equity's portfolio is diversified across multiple industries, such as technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, energy, infrastructure, real estate, telecommunications, media, transportation, utilities, natural resources, manufacturing, retail, and agriculture. The firm's geographical focus encompasses Canada, the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

CDPQ Private Equity's investment strategy emphasizes long-term value creation by partnering with management teams to drive operational improvements and strategic growth. The firm seeks to invest in companies with strong market positions and growth potential, aiming to enhance their performance and contribute to the economic development of the regions in which they operate. Through its investments, CDPQ Private Equity plays a significant role in supporting innovation, job creation, and sustainable growth across its diverse portfolio.