Greenlight Capital

Greenlight Capital is a New York-based hedge fund specializing in value-oriented investments across global equity and fixed income markets. Founded in 1996 by David Einhorn, the firm employs a long-short strategy, focusing on undervalued securities and shorting overvalued ones. This approach aims to achieve high absolute returns while minimizing the risk of capital loss. The fund is known for its fundamental analysis and market-neutral strategy, investing primarily in value stocks of companies.

The firm's investment strategy encompasses various stages, including growth, late stage, pre-IPO, buyout, turnaround, and distressed situations. Geographically, Greenlight Capital has a diverse focus, investing in countries such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Japan, China, India, Brazil, Australia, South Korea, Mexico, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, South Africa, Russia, and South East Asia. The firm targets a wide range of industries, including technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, energy, telecommunications, media, real estate, industrial goods, materials, utilities, consumer services, transportation, retail, and automotive sectors.

Greenlight Capital has a history of notable investments and has been recognized for its unique investment philosophy. The firm does not use borrowed money or leverage, distinguishing itself from many other hedge funds. It also manages a fund of funds and a private equity fund through its affiliates, Greenlight Masters and Greenlight Private Equity Partners. As of March 30, 2020, the firm's assets under management were approximately $1.6 billion. The firm is headquartered in New York City and operates with a team of approximately 25 employees, including nine analysts and one trader.