KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR) is a global investment firm specializing in alternative asset management and financial services. Founded in 1976 by Jerome Kohlberg Jr., Henry Kravis and George Roberts, the firm pioneered the use of leveraged buyouts and has since expanded its capabilities across multiple asset classes. KKR deploys capital on behalf of institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, family offices and high-net-worth individuals.
The firm’s core businesses include private equity, real estate, infrastructure, energy and credit strategies, as well as growth equity and hedge fund solutions. KKR seeks to partner with management teams and entrepreneurs to build sustainable businesses by providing strategic guidance, operational expertise and long-term capital. Through its capital markets unit, the firm accesses public and private markets to structure financing solutions and manage risk exposures.
KKR operates on a global scale, with offices across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. Its diversified footprint enables the firm to source investment opportunities, support portfolio companies and serve clients in both developed and emerging markets. By leveraging regional expertise and local networks, KKR aims to drive value creation and navigate complex regulatory environments.
Leadership at KKR includes co-chairmen Henry Kravis and George Roberts, who remain actively engaged in firm strategy, alongside Co-Chief Executive Officers Joseph Bae and Scott Nuttall. Under this leadership team, KKR continues to innovate product offerings and extend its platform into new sectors, maintaining a focus on disciplined investment processes and sustainable growth initiatives.