Sagard, a global alternatives manager, and European private equity firm Unigestion are merging their PE platforms to create a $23 billion middle-market investment powerhouse. The combined platform will span primaries, secondaries, and co-investments, serving institutional and high-net-worth investors with expanded global reach and tailored solutions. Post-closing, Sagard will oversee $44 billion in total assets.
Unigestion’s private equity arm brings decades of experience in bespoke mandates and commingled funds, while Sagard contributes its global network and multi-strategy resources. The union aims to deliver scale, product breadth, and long-term growth, with Bernard Sabrier of Unigestion set to chair the new platform and join Sagard’s board as vice chairman. Jonathan Tétrault of Sagard will serve as CEO of the combined PE business.
The deal is expected to close in early 2026, pending regulatory approvals.
Source: Sagard
