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Sterling Investment Partners Achieves New Milestone

On November 20, 2025, Sterling Investment Partners, a prominent firm in the middle market private equity space, announced the successful closing of its fifth institutional fund, Sterling Investment Partners V, L.P. This fund reached its hard cap of $1.6 billion, significantly oversubscribed and indicating the firm's strong position in the investment community. The initial target of Fund V was $1.25 billion, showcasing the robust demand from investors who backed this venture wholeheartedly.

A Strong Response from Investors

The substantial oversubscription of Fund V can be attributed to both returning and new institutional investors from around the globe. Sterling Investment Partners' reputation and past performance have been crucial in attracting investors who find value in the firm’s operationally intense investment approach.

A significant portion of the capital raised was committed by returning investors, which underscores their continued confidence in Sterling's ability to generate value. Charles Santoro, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, emphasized this sentiment, stating that they felt the firm has never been better positioned and were indeed humbled by their investors' support.

A Strategic Focus on the Future

Fund V aims to make equity investments in middle-market companies, specifically targeting sectors within business services and distribution. This strategic focus is consistent with Sterling's historical investment strategy, which has emphasized close collaboration with founders, entrepreneurs, and CEOs to foster business improvements and growth.

The firm has already completed its first investment in XKIG, a former portfolio company, alongside a managed continuation vehicle (CV), which also saw successful fundraising, evidencing the effectiveness of Sterling's investment strategy.

Ruth Lane, Senior Managing Director and Head of Investor Relations, expressed her appreciation for the investor support, noting that the enthusiastic response to Fund V reflects the dedicated efforts of the Sterling team and their commitment to enhancing global partnerships.

The Legacy of Sterling Investment Partners

Sterling Investment Partners has been a significant player in the private equity landscape for over 30 years, specializing in control investments in sectors that promise sustainable competitive advantages. The firm has an impressive track record, completing over 270 transactions valued at more than $33 billion during its history.

Their recognition as a Top 10 performing middle market private equity firm globally, as cited by Dow Jones-HEC Paris, highlights their ability to consistently deliver returns to their investors. Sterling's reputation as a 'Founder Friendly Investor' underlines their commitment to nurturing strong relationships with entrepreneurs and building long-term value.

With Eaton Partners acting as the lead placement agent and Piper Sandler Co. providing advisory services, Sterling’s latest fund endeavors to continue the trends of successful investments while expanding its reach.

As Sterling Investment Partners moves forward with Fund V, the firm stands ready to tackle new challenges in the evolving market landscape, leveraging its culture of excellence and a network of key relationships to drive future success.