Permira is a global investment firm that backs businesses with growth ambitions. Founded in 1985, the firm advises funds in two core asset classes, private equity and credit, with total committed capital of approximately €80 billion. The Permira private equity funds make both long-term majority (buyout) and minority (growth equity) investments in four sectors: technology, consumer, healthcare and services. The Permira credit funds have provided businesses with flexible financing solutions across both private and liquid credit products for nearly 20 years. Permira employs over 500 people in 16 offices across Europe, the United States and Asia.