KKR (Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.)

KKR (Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.) is a global investment firm known for its role in private equity, where it buys and manages companies to improve their performance and value. Founded in 1976, KKR invests in various sectors, including healthcare, technology, and energy. The firm raises capital from institutional investors and wealthy individuals to fund its acquisitions. KKR aims to generate strong returns on investment by enhancing the companies it acquires and eventually selling them at a profit, often through public offerings or strategic sales. Its influential strategies have significantly shaped the alternative investment landscape.