About Us
We listen. We understand. We act.
Mcdonald Digital is a branch of Astorg group which is a leading European private equity firm with a focus on long-term investments in mid-sized companies across Europe, and North America
Mcdonald Digital specializes in investing in middle-market companies with revenues typically ranging from €200 million to €1 billion. We invest in sectors such as business services, healthcare, software, industrial technology, and specialized industrial companies. Astorg seeks investments with strong growth potential, differentiated market positions, and opportunities for value creation.
We follow a partnership-driven approach, partnering closely with management teams to drive strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and sustainable growth. We prioritize long-term value creation and aim to build resilient companies that can navigate market challenges and capture opportunities.
Astorg has deep sector expertise across their selected industries. Through dedicated sector teams, we leverage our industry knowledge and networks to identify attractive investment opportunities, perform thorough due diligence, and add value post-investment. This sector-focused approach allows us to provide specialized support and insights to portfolio companies.
We aim to create value in their portfolio companies through a combination of organic growth initiatives, operational improvements, strategic acquisitions, and geographical expansion. We work closely with management teams, bringing operational expertise, strategic guidance, and access to their extensive network to help drive performance and enhance long-term value.
Mcdonald Digital integrates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into their investment process. We believe that responsible and sustainable business practices can contribute to long-term value creation. We supports portfolio companies in implementing ESG initiatives, improving governance practices, and addressing relevant environmental and social issues.
Mcdonald Digital has a proven track record of successful investments and generating value for our investors. We have a long-term perspective and have developed a reputation for our disciplined and patient approach to value creation. Our performance is attributed to our sector expertise, hands-on approach, and ability to identify growth potential in our target industries.
While Astorg's headquarters are based in Paris, France, Luxembourg, we have a broad presence across Europe, North America and Asia. Our teams are located in key financial and business centers, enabling us to effectively source investment opportunities, engage with management teams, and support portfolio companies across multiple geographies.
We are long-term, value-based investors focused on building diversified portfolios that outperform over the long term. We develop an asset allocation that is carefully aligned to each client’s investment objectives and risk tolerance.
Our experts had examined and analyzed the relevant investment markets and developed a highly efficient trading and investment strategy. In addition to a favourable investment proposal, we also offer fair and transparent conditions of the affiliate scheme.
25
Years of Great Experience
HOW WE EFFECTIVELY MANAGE PORTFOLIOS
Portfolio management plays a crucial role in Mcdonald Digital. As a leading private equity firm, we are committed to actively managing and optimizing our portfolio holdings to generate value for our investors.
We carefully evaluates potential investments based on there fit with our investment thesis, growth prospects, and alignment with our overall strategy. Through a rigorous selection process, we seeks to build a portfolio of individuals and companies with high growth potential and strong market positions. We leverages our expertise, industry knowledge, and extensive network of resources to actively drive value creation within our portfolio companies. We works closely with management teams to identify strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and growth opportunities.
We adopts a patient and long-term investment horizon in managing our portfolio. We focuses on long-term value creation and growth for our investors and portfolio companies, rather than pursuing short-term gains. This approach allows us to align our investment strategies with the long-term goals of our investors and portfolio companies and maximize value over time. We continuously evaluates and optimizes our portfolio to ensure it is well-positioned for success. We actively manages risk exposure, monitors industry dynamics, and assesses the performance of our holdings and optimizes the composition and allocation of our portfolio to capture growth opportunities and mitigate risks.
We incorporates comprehensive risk management practices throughout our portfolio management process. We identifies and assesses risks associated with our investments, develops risk mitigation strategies, and actively monitors the portfolio for potential risk factors. By proactively managing risks, We aim to protect capital and enhance long-term investment performance
Our investors
Life at Astorg
We are a high performance organization, where people are encouraged to thrive and make a difference. At the same time, we nurture the values that define our unique culture: entrepreneurship, fairness, humility and substance. They are primarily institutional investors: insurance companies, pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, banks and endowments. We also work with best-in-class funds of funds, and family offices founded by successful entrepreneurs.
Since 1998, we have generated a gross annualised return of 27% from our various investments, with a consistent performance across funds and cycles and within portfolios.
Astorg Group was founded in 1998. Our roots trace back to an entrepreneurial heritage that began in the 1950s with the establishment of ASTER, a manufacturer of telecom equipment. This entrepreneurial background laid the foundation for Astorg's philosophy of active ownership, value creation, and a long-term approach to investing.
Throughout its history, Astorg has maintained a commitment to developing sector expertise in specific industries. This sector-focused approach allows them to identify attractive investment opportunities and provide specialized support and insights to portfolio companies. Astorg's expertise spans sectors such as business services, healthcare, software, industrial technology, and specialized industrial companies.
Over time, Astorg has developed a strong track record of successful investments and value creation. We approach centers around partnering closely with management teams, implementing strategic initiatives, driving operational improvements, and supporting sustainable growth. Astorg's deep industry knowledge, operational expertise, and long-term perspective have contributed to our reputation as a trusted partner for mid-market companies.
As Mcdonald Digital has grown, the firm has expanded its presence and established offices in key financial centers, including Paris (France), London (United Kingdom), and Luxembourg. This geographic footprint enables them to effectively source investment opportunities, engage with management teams, and support portfolio companies across multiple regions.
Mcdonald Digital has continued to build on its legacy while maintaining its core values of partnership, entrepreneurial spirit, and a focus on long-term value creation. Today, Astorg is recognized as a respected and reputable private equity firm, managing significant assets and providing a platform for investors seeking exposure to mid-market companies with growth potential in Europe and North America.