Private equity firm Arctos Partners has acquired a minority stake in Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE), while the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) has increased its existing equity position in the U.S. sports ownership group, reinforcing growing institutional interest in professional sports assets.
Arctos’ investment spans MSE’s entire portfolio, including the NBA’s Washington Wizards, NHL’s Washington Capitals, WNBA’s Washington Mystics, Capital One Arena, and Monumental Sports Network. The firm is the only investor approved to hold equity across all five major North American sports leagues and has built one of the largest global portfolios of professional sports franchises.
MSE is currently leading an $800 million redevelopment of Capital One Arena and the surrounding downtown Washington, D.C. sports and entertainment district through a public-private partnership, underscoring its long-term commitment to venue transformation and fan engagement.
QIA, which first invested in MSE in 2023, increased its stake as part of its broader strategy to expand exposure to global sports and entertainment platforms. The sovereign wealth fund has recently deepened its presence in the sector, including acquiring a 30% stake in Audi’s incoming Formula 1 team.
Arctos continues to expand its sports footprint, with existing stakes in franchises such as the Golden State Warriors, Utah Jazz, Los Angeles Dodgers, Houston Astros, Buffalo Bills, and Paris Saint-Germain. The firm has also been reported to be in discussions with KKR regarding a potential majority stake sale.
Source: Sportcal
