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About

For 20 years, we have been building companies in emerging markets.
Since 2006
History

For 20 years, we have been building companies in emerging markets.

Since our inception in 2006, we are fortunate to have managed more than $3 billion in committed capital for our investors. We seek to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns by building intelligent, world-class businesses around the world.

We have worked closely with families, entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders to build market-leading companies in over two dozen countries around the world. Our team has committed more than $2.5 billion to more than 70 companies in more than 20 industries.

About the Name

Analytical rigor and skepticism—hence, the name of our firm.

René Descartes (1596-1650) is widely known for his contributions to mathematics; the Cartesian coordinate system serves as the foundation of analytic geometry and modern cartography. Descartes is often considered the first modern philosopher, due to his work regarding analytic skepticism. Descartes’ combination of analytical rigor and skepticism resonates with our approach to private equity investing.
Pangaea One, Pangaea Two & Pangaea Three

Pangaea One, Pangaea Two, and Pangaea Three are our private equity vehicles. Learn more about our private equity practice and our portfolio.

Cartesian Re

Cartesian Re, a specialized asset manager offering uncorrelated returns, is now “NB Insurance-Linked Strategies,” a division of Neuberger Berman.

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Offices: New York · São Paulo · Shanghai
Offices

A team of 24 professionals based in New York, São Paulo and Shanghai.

Since our inception in 2006, we have managed more than $3 billion in committed capital for our investors and have a talented team of 24 professionals based in New York, Sao Paulo and Shanghai.

Contact
505 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10017
212 461 6363 Main · 212 461 6366 Fax
contact@cartesiangroup.com

Team

With more than 300 years of combined experience, our team has led pioneering transactions around the world.

On average, we have worked together for more than 13 years, a longevity that ensures consistency in our investment practice.

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