Successful Track Record

Most recently, the principals of the general partner simultaneously organized their seventh and eighth private equity funds in December 2007 with subscribed combined capital commitments of approximately $10.0 billion. To date, Lone Star has closed more than 900 transactions at an aggregate purchase price of approximately $60 billion.

Global Origination Network

Lone Star has extensive investment expertise in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Greater North America and Europe. In some countries, such as Canada, Japan, South Korea, Germany and Taiwan, Lone Star was one of the first foreign investors to complete major investments in non-performing loans.

Timely Response to Opportunities

Using a streamlined investment review process and global resources, Lone Star has the ability to evaluate and close investment opportunities quickly and efficiently throughout the world.

Structuring Flexibility

Proven through experience, Lone Star can structure transactions accounting for regulatory, strategic and tax concerns, while still accommodating the needs of its operating partners.

Experienced Management

Senior management and key employees of Lone Star's general partner and its affiliates have substantial experience in both the public and private investment sectors. Since 1995, Lone Star has acquired and managed more than 660,000 assets.