Actis Capital

Actis is an international investment firm headquartered in London and focused on emerging markets. Its activities have included private equity, infrastructure and energy-transition investments. The firm was established in 2004 after separating from investment activities associated with the UK government-backed CDC Group, and subsequently developed an investment platform covering a range of emerging economies. Actis typically invests through controlling or significant minority positions and has focused on sectors including energy, infrastructure, financial services, consumer businesses and healthcare. In 2023, global growth-equity investor General Atlantic announced the acquisition of Actis. Following completion, Actis continued to operate under its own brand within General Atlantic's broader investment network. Public information on its fund sizes, portfolio and current executives varies by source, so unverified financial and personnel details are omitted here.

Actis was established in 2004 and has roots in international investment activities associated with the UK's CDC Group. After becoming independent, it focused on long-term investment in emerging markets and expanded across private equity, infrastructure and energy-related strategies. Its activities have covered multiple regions and sectors, generally through dedicated funds investing in companies and infrastructure projects. As the energy transition and sustainable investment gained importance, renewable energy, energy infrastructure and other climate-related assets became important areas of its business. In 2023, General Atlantic announced the acquisition of Actis. After completion, Actis became part of the General Atlantic group while retaining the Actis brand and its distinct investment focus. Public information is insufficient to verify a complete account of its early organizational structure, individual fund sizes and former executives.

• 2023

  General Atlantic announces acquisition of Actis

  General Atlantic announced its acquisition of Actis, expanding its global growth-investment and emerging-markets footprint.

• 2004

  Actis founded

  Actis spun off from the international investment business associated with CDC Group and began operating as an independent investment firm.

An alternative-asset investment firm focused on emerging markets, emphasizing long-term value creation and sustainable development.

• Private Equity

  Actis invests in emerging-market businesses through private equity funds, generally focusing on expansion, operational improvement and long-term value creation. Its investments have covered several sectors, while specific funds and portfolio holdings should be verified against official disclosures.

• Infrastructure

  Infrastructure is one of Actis's major investment areas, including energy and other infrastructure assets. These investments generally involve long-term ownership and operational improvement; individual projects and fund names are not listed here.

• Energy Transition

  Actis invests in renewable energy, energy infrastructure and other assets associated with the energy transition, positioning the strategy around the transformation of energy systems and the growth of related businesses.