Family Office · Sydney, NSW, Australia

Colonial First State

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What they invest in

Colonial First State is an Australian wealth management company specializing in superannuation, investment, and retirement solutions. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Sydney, the company serves individual investors, financial advisers, and corporate clients across Australia. It manages a significant portfolio of funds and is known for its FirstChoice platform, one of the largest investment platforms in the country. In recent years, Colonial First State has undergone ownership changes, with KKR acquiring a majority stake from Commonwealth Bank of Australia in 2021, positioning the company for further growth and innovation in the financial services sector.

Who they back

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Colonial First State deploys privately-held capital. Cycles are short, decisions concentrated, and structures flexible (equity, convertible, revenue-share). Less brand premium, more underwriting on substance. Claude Fundraiser tracks Colonial First State alongside 45,000+ other active investors, ranked weekly by recent-deal momentum, sector concentration, and partner activity.

At a glance

Based in
Australia
Website
www.cfs.com.au
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