KKR (Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.)

KKR & Co. Inc., originally known as Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co., is a premier global investment firm that pioneered the leveraged buyout (LBO) industry. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in New York City, it has expanded from its private equity roots to manage multiple alternative asset classes, including real estate, infrastructure, credit, and hedge funds.

As a global operator, KKR maintains a significant presence across North America, Europe, and Asia. Its business model focuses on long-term capital appreciation and value creation within its portfolio companies. Today, KKR is a publicly traded entity on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: KKR), operating under the leadership of its co-founders and a professional executive team, remaining one of the most influential entities in the global financial landscape.