January 22, 2025 – Coller Capital, a global pioneer in private equity secondaries, has been awarded a ‘Recommended’ rating for its Private Equity Secondaries Fund by Lonsec, a leading Australian investment research and ratings firm.
This recognition reinforces Coller Capital’s commitment to delivering innovative and tailored solutions for Australian investors, enabling greater access to global private markets.
Unlocking liquidity and growth for Australian investors
As private equity secondaries continue to gain traction in Australia, the Fund is designed to meet the specific needs of high-net-worth investors, offering monthly liquidity and institutional-grade portfolio construction.
“This recognition by Lonsec is a testament to Coller’s innovation and leadership in secondaries,” added Jake Elmhirst, Global Head of Private Wealth Secondaries Solutions at Coller Capital. “Our Fund provides Australian investors with a unique combination of growth potential, diversification, and liquidity – all key attributes for navigating today’s market environment.
“We believe that we are leading the way in redefining private equity access for the Australian wealth sector, delivering solutions that align with investor goals and our firm’s commitment to excellence,” concluded Elmhirst.
Strengthening leadership in private equity secondaries
Private equity firms take equity stakes in private, unlisted companies; these stakes are ‘primary’ investments, and ‘secondary’ transactions are when they are traded. Secondary transactions offer the initial investors the opportunity to exit positions early, providing much-needed liquidity or capital flexibility.
The Lonsec rating highlights the strength of Coller Capital’s dedicated secondaries investment approach, supported by more than three decades of expertise and a global presence across nine offices.
The Private Equity Secondaries Fund offers Australian investors a pathway to enhanced portfolio diversification and attractive risk-adjusted returns.
Combining limited partner (LP)-led transactions with general partner (GP)-led opportunities, the Fund’s structure reflects the evolution of the secondaries market, addressing investor demand for liquidity without compromising on performance potential.
Backed by Coller Capital’s proprietary sourcing network and rigorous underwriting processes, the Fund delivered exposure to 430 underlying companies, diversified across industries and geographies.
“Lonsec’s endorsement underscores the strength of our approach in delivering high-performing private equity strategies tailored to Australian investors,” said David Hallifax, Head of Australia and New Zealand Private Wealth Distribution at Coller Capital.
“By addressing barriers such as liquidity and accessibility, we believe we are setting a new benchmark for private wealth clients in this region.”
