Virtus Investment Partners Announces a Strategic Minority Interest Investment in Crescent Cove Advisors, LP
Adds Differentiated Private Markets Capability focused on Direct Lending to High-Growth Technology Companies
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. (NYSE:VRTS), which operates a multi-manager asset management business, today announced it has completed the acquisition of a 35% minority interest in Crescent Cove Advisors, LP ("Crescent Cove"), a San Francisco-based firm providing private capital solutions to middle market technology companies. The transaction broadens Virtus' offerings by adding a differentiated private markets capability focused on lending to high-growth technology companies.
Founded in 2016, Crescent Cove manages approximately $1.0 billion in assets1 across multiple private funds, including closed-end funds and an evergreen fund, with a track record of delivering attractive risk-adjusted returns for its investors. It has established itself as an important capital partner for middle market technology companies in defense tech, autonomous driving, artificial intelligence and fintech sub-sectors.
"Crescent Cove offers a compelling opportunity for investors to gain exposure to the venture and growth credit asset class in a risk-managed way," said George R. Aylward, president and chief executive officer of Virtus. "What began as a $10 million fund has been transformed by Crescent Cove's founder into an impressive growth-lending platform."
"As Crescent Cove approaches our 10th year anniversary, this partnership with Virtus marks an important milestone in our evolution," said Jun Hong Heng, founder and chief investment officer of Crescent Cove. "We are proud to welcome our strategic partner, whose long-term vision aligns with our commitment to investor success, and see tremendous opportunities ahead."
This transaction was funded through existing financial resources, the terms of which were not disclosed. Goodwin Procter LLP was legal advisor to Virtus on the transaction. Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. acted as financial advisor and Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP was legal advisor to Crescent Cove.
About Crescent Cove
Crescent Cove is an alternative investment firm founded in 2016. Crescent Cove focuses on creating value through investing in growth-oriented private companies and investment partnerships across a variety of industries. Committed to providing long-term opportunities, Crescent Cove seeks to provide structured capital solutions and partner with exceptional management teams. More information is available at crescentcove.com.
About Virtus Investment Partners
Virtus Investment Partners (NYSE:VRTS) is a distinctive partnership of boutique investment managers singularly committed to the long-term success of individual and institutional investors. We provide products and services from our investment managers, each with a distinct investment style and autonomous investment process, as well as select subadvisers. Investment solutions are available across multiple disciplines and product types to meet a wide array of investor needs. Additional information about our firm, investment partners, and strategies is available at virtus.com.
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1 As of November 30, 2025
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