Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe

Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe is a private equity firm established in 1979 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in San Francisco. The firm specializes in investing in middle market and mature companies, primarily focusing on sectors such as healthcare, technology, telecommunications, financial services, and business services. Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe engages in a variety of investment strategies, including management buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth equity financings. The firm typically invests a minimum of $50 million per deal, often seeking majority ownership and operational control in its portfolio companies. While it primarily targets investments within the United States, it also considers international opportunities that align with its investment criteria. Through its investments, the firm partners with management teams to build leading companies and facilitate financial restructuring when necessary.