Deerpath Capital

Deerpath Capital is an established private credit manager providing customized, cash-flow-based senior debt financing to sponsor-backed U.S. lower middle market companies. With a singular focus on this segment for nearly two decades, the firm has invested over $15 billion across more than 1,200 transactions and manages approximately $9 billion in AUM as of December 31, 2025. Deerpath operates through regional origination and underwriting teams in the U.S. which are supported by global investor coverage across major U.S. markets and Australia, Europe, Japan, Korea, and the Middle East. The firm’s focused strategy, deep lower middle market expertise, long-standing sponsor relationships, disciplined credit philosophy, and comprehensive direct lending platform define the Deerpath Difference. Deerpath typically invests $25 million to $150 million in high-quality U.S.-based companies with: - Target Enterprise Value of $100 million to $250 million - Target EBITDA up to $25 million - Strong recurring revenue and high visibility into future cash flows - Established operating histories - Ownership by a strong private equity sponsor