Davidson Kempner
Davidson Kempner Capital Management is a global investment management firm with over 40 years of experience, managing approximately $37 billion in assets as of October 1, 2023, and employing a multi-strategy, event-driven investment approach.
Company Overview
Davidson Kempner Capital Management is a global investment management firm with over 40 years of experience. Managing approximately $37 billion in assets as of October 1, 2023, the firm employs a bottom-up, fundamental method of investing with an event-driven focus and a multi-strategy approach. Davidson Kempner invests globally in various credit and equity strategies, as well as real assets.
Investment Strategies
Davidson Kempner employs diverse investment strategies, including corporate credit, structured credit, convertible arbitrage, long/short credit, private lending, merger arbitrage, special situations, long/short equities, private equity, real estate, shipping, aircraft, infrastructure, and renewables. The firm provides bespoke structured capital solutions across a range of asset types and industries, managing both evergreen and closed-end drawdown fund structures.
Global Presence
Davidson Kempner operates with over 500 employees across seven global offices, including locations in New York, Philadelphia, London, Dublin, Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and Mumbai. The firm’s collaborative investment teams work across various strategies, asset classes, and geographies to deliver comprehensive investment solutions.
Commitment to ESG and DE&I
Davidson Kempner is a signatory to the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) and integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into its investment process where appropriate. The firm values diversity in thought, background, and experience, fostering a culture of equity, empowerment, and opportunity. Davidson Kempner’s DE&I partners include organizations such as 10,000 Black Interns and Girls Who Invest.
Risk Management
Preservation of capital and risk management are key priorities for Davidson Kempner. The firm is committed to compliance and rewards its people based on merit, maintaining an inclusive culture. Davidson Kempner’s investment strategies are suitable for certain financially sophisticated investors who meet specific eligibility requirements, ensuring a robust approach to managing and mitigating investment risks.