Commonfund

Commonfund is an asset management company established in 1971 and headquartered in Connecticut. It specializes in providing investment management services to endowments, foundations, and public pension funds. The firm focuses on alternative investment strategies and outsourced investment management, with a particular emphasis on private equity and venture capital. Commonfund engages in a range of investment activities, including direct investments, fund of funds, co-investments, and distressed asset acquisitions. Its investment portfolio primarily targets small and mid-sized companies across various sectors such as technology, healthcare, consumer goods, energy, and natural resources. Additionally, Commonfund manages funds of funds, concentrating on emerging markets and venture capital, while seeking to achieve returns that exceed those of publicly traded stocks over a period of seven to ten years. The firm operates globally, with a presence in key markets including the United States, China, Latin America, and Europe.