Ardian Opens Hong Kong Office to Expand $11.8B Asia Investments

Ardian, a leading Paris-based private investment firm, has opened a new office in Hong Kong, marking its fifth location in Asia and second in China, to strengthen its presence in Greater China and the broader Asia-Pacific region. The office, led by Jason Yao, head of Greater China, aims to enhance client relationships, particularly with insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, private wealth investors, and endowments, whose commitments represent $11.8 billion of Ardian's assets under management in the area. Ardian focuses on private market investments including secondaries & primaries and co-investments, with significant activity in Asia including $4.3 billion invested in nearly 200 funds and $6.6 billion from 12 completed secondary transactions. The new Hong Kong office will support Ardian’s efforts to expand its secondary business, serving as a strategic hub close to investors and intermediaries in the region's financial center. The expansion reflects Ardian's long-term growth strategy in Asia and commitment to deepening ties with the financial community there. Overall, the move is designed to increase Ardian's footprint and client engagement in one of the world's most important private market regions.