Gávea Investimentos

Gávea Investimentos is a Brazilian investment management firm founded in 2003 by Arminio Fraga and Luiz Henrique Fraga. The firm specializes in emerging markets, offering hedge funds and private equity services. As of 2025, Gávea manages approximately US$3 billion in assets under management and has US$5.4 billion in committed capital for private equity investments. The firm operates offices in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, employing around 150 professionals.

Gávea's hedge fund division employs macro and micro analysis strategies, focusing on capital preservation and medium to long-term absolute returns. The private equity division concentrates on minority investments, emphasizing robust governance and liquidity rights. The firm has completed 57 investments and 53 divestments, with a committed capital of US$5.4 billion for private equity investments. Gávea's leadership team includes Arminio Fraga as Founder and Chairman, Luiz Henrique Fraga as Co-Chief Investment Officer for Private Equity, Gabriel Srour as Chief Investment Officer for Hedge Funds, and Amaury Bier as Co-Chief Investment Officer for Private Equity.

Gávea Investimentos is regulated by the Comissão de Valores Mobiliários (CVM), Brazil’s equivalent to the US SEC, and by the Brazilian Association of Financial and Capital Market Entities (ANBIMA). The firm's culture is based on principles and ethical values that translate into a solid reputation and credibility, helping attract and retain top professionals. Gávea's partnership model generates a strong alignment of interests between partners and clients, ensuring a focus on long-term value creation.

Investment Requirements: Gávea Investimentos seeks investments that align with its strategic focus on emerging markets, emphasizing capital preservation and medium to long-term absolute returns. The firm is open to opportunities across various sectors and stages, provided they meet its investment criteria and governance standards.

Year Founded: 2003

Portfolio Companies: Gávea Investimentos has a diverse portfolio across multiple industries, including financial services, consumer goods, energy, healthcare, technology, telecommunications, real estate, infrastructure, agriculture, retail, media, transportation, education, hospitality, and manufacturing. Specific portfolio companies are not publicly disclosed.