Future Standard Introduces FS Mid Market Private Equity Fund
Aiming to enhance investment access through innovative strategies
Future Standard, a notable global alternative asset manager, has recently launched the FS Mid Market Private Equity Fund ("FS MPE"), focusing on investing in middle market companies in the U.S. and Europe. This new semi-liquid fund allows investors to expand their portfolios with high-quality private equity investments.
The middle market is an essential segment of the economy, historically known for generating attractive risk-adjusted returns. The FS MPE aims to leverage the strength of this segment, further enhancing Future Standard's 30 years of experience in private markets. With a solid network of top-tier private equity sponsors, the Fund seeks to create long-term value for investors.
"The middle market has immense growth potential, often overlooked by others," said Nicolas von der Schulenburg, Managing Director and Co-Head of the European Investment team at Future Standard. "FS MPE will unveil differentiated opportunities, allowing our clients access to a robust portfolio filled with high-quality sponsors and companies, structured for long-term alignment and liquidity."
Launching with a diverse seed portfolio exceeding $200 million, FS MPE will focus on secondaries, co-investments, and primary investments. The Fund offers immediate exposure to a variety of private equity sponsors and middle market firms across critical sectors such as technology, healthcare, industrials, and consumer goods. It is anchored by COPRÉ, a collective pension foundation boasting over CHF 7 billion in assets.
Mike Kelly, Co-President and Chief Investment Officer at Future Standard, emphasized, "Both the U.S. and European middle markets present vast and less competitive opportunities with flexible exit strategies, ideal for generating lasting value. This strategy illustrates our ability to spot opportunities others might overlook. Our experience in primary, secondary, and co-investments positions us to deliver attractive outcomes for our clients."
About Future Standard
Future Standard is a respected global alternative asset manager with a rich history of serving institutional and private wealth clients. The firm specializes in private equity, credit, and real estate investments, with a remarkable 30-year track record and over $86 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2025. Future Standard is committed to backing ambitious business owners and financial sponsors that drive growth and innovation within the middle market.
For further details regarding their offerings, please visit Future Standard's official website.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FS Mid Market Private Equity Fund?
The FS MPE is a new semi-liquid fund aimed at investing in middle market companies in the U.S. and Europe, providing diversified access to private equity investments.
Who manages the Fund?
The Fund is managed by Future Standard, a prominent global alternative asset manager with extensive experience in private markets over the last 30 years.
What types of investments does the Fund focus on?
FS MPE focuses on secondaries, co-investments, and primary investments in sectors like technology, healthcare, and industrials.
What is the size of the Fund's seed portfolio?
The Fund launches with a diversified seed portfolio exceeding $200 million, ensuring broad exposure to various middle market private equity opportunities.
Why is the middle market significant?
The middle market is vital as it has shown a robust potential for growth and has historically delivered attractive risk-adjusted returns for investors.
