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Private Equity Firm

Leonard Green & Partners

AUM$50 billion
Founded1989
HQLos Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-based private equity firm focused on retail and consumer investments.

Track Record

Total Acquisitions20
Bankruptcy Rate20%
Avg Hold Period9.0yrs
High-Risk Track Record

20% of companies owned by this firm have filed for bankruptcy. This is significantly above the industry average.

Known Tactics

Price Increases

COMMON

Raising prices to improve margins and fund debt payments.

Staffing Reductions

COMMON

staffing reductions is a common PE tactic.

Product Quality Reduction

COMMON

product quality reduction is a common PE tactic.

Supplier Cost Squeezing

COMMON

supplier cost squeezing is a common PE tactic.

Reduced Customer Service Investment

COMMON

reduced customer service investment is a common PE tactic.

Portfolio Companies

Current and former holdings

Notable Outcomes