Carlyle Group Valuation Multiples

Carlyle Group is valued at $14B as of October 2026, a 7.7x revenue multiple. In the last 12 months, Carlyle Group revenue was $3.7B and Carlyle Group EBITDA was $1.5B.

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About Carlyle Group

Carlyle Group is a global investment firm headquartered in Washington, DC, founded in 1987. It invests through three business segments: Global Private Equity, Global Credit and Carlyle AlpInvest, which covers secondary and primary fund investments. The Global Private Equity platform makes buyout and growth investments across aerospace, defense and government services, consumer and retail, energy and power, financial services, healthcare, industrial, technology and telecom and media, in North America, Europe, Asia and other regions. The firm is listed on Nasdaq under the ticker CG, and co-founders William Conway, Daniel D'Aniello and David Rubenstein served as its senior leaders. Carlyle maintains offices on several continents and has historically invested alongside management teams and co-sponsors in large take-private and carve-out transactions.


Founded

1987

HQ

United States

Employees

2.5K

Financials (LTM)

Revenue: $3.7B
EBITDA: $1.5B

EV

$29B

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Carlyle Group Financials

Carlyle Group reported last 12-month revenue of $3.7B and EBITDA of $1.5B.

In the same LTM period, Carlyle Group generated $2.3B in gross profit, $1.5B in EBITDA, and $1.4B in net income.

Revenue (LTM)


Carlyle Group P&L

In the most recent fiscal year, Carlyle Group reported revenue of $4.9B and EBITDA of $1.6B.

Carlyle Group is profitable as of last fiscal year, with gross margin of 71%, EBITDA margin of 33%, and net margin of 17%.

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LTMLast FY202320242025202620272028
Revenue$3.7B$4.9B$3B$5.4B$4.9B
Gross Profit$2.3B$3.5B--$3.5B
Gross Margin61%71%--71%
EBITDA$1.5B$1.6B--$1.6B
EBITDA Margin41%33%--33%
EBIT Margin42%33%--33%
Net Profit$1.4B$809M($608M)$1B$809M
Net Margin37%17%(20%)19%17%
Net Debt-$10B---

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Carlyle Group Stock Performance

Carlyle Group has current market cap of $14B, and enterprise value of $29B.

Market Cap Evolution


Carlyle Group's stock price is $40.18.

Carlyle Group share price decreased by 26.3% in the last year.

Carlyle Group has an EPS (earnings per share) of $2.27.

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EVMarket CapPrice 1DPrice 1MPrice 3MPrice 12MEPS
$29B$14B0.0%0.0%-17.0%-26.3%$2.27

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Carlyle Group Valuation Multiples

Carlyle Group trades at 7.7x EV/Revenue multiple, and 18.7x EV/EBITDA.

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EV / Revenue (LTM)


Carlyle Group Financial Valuation Multiples

As of November 1, 2026, Carlyle Group has market cap of $14B and EV of $29B.

Carlyle Group has a P/E ratio of 10.4x.

LTMLast FY202320242025202620272028
EV/Revenue7.7x5.8x9.6x5.2x5.8x
EV/EBITDA18.7x17.4x--17.4x
EV/EBIT18.2x17.4x--17.4x
EV/Gross Profit12.6x8.2x--8.2x
P/E10.4x17.7x(23.5x)14.0x17.7x
EV/FCF-(8.4x)206.1x(34.0x)(8.4x)

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Carlyle Group Margins & Growth Rates

Carlyle Group decreased revenue by 25% and EBITDA by 8% in the last fiscal year.

In the most recent fiscal year, Carlyle Group reported gross margin of 71%, EBITDA margin of 33%, and net margin of 17%.

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Carlyle Group Margins

Last FY202420252026202720282029
Gross Margin71%-71%61%
EBITDA Margin33%-33%41%
EBIT Margin33%-33%42%
Net Margin17%19%17%36%
FCF Margin(69%)(15%)(69%)34%

Carlyle Group Growth Rates

FY+1/FY23/2424/2525/2626/2727/2828/29
Revenue Growth(25%)83%(10%)(25%)
Gross Profit Growth(36%)--(36%)
EBITDA Growth(8%)--(8%)
EBIT Growth(6%)--(6%)
Net Profit Growth62%(268%)(21%)62%
FCF Growth(137%)(705%)303%(137%)

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Carlyle Group Operational KPIs

Carlyle Group's revenue per employee in the last FY averaged $2.0M, while opex per employee averaged $1.5M for the same period.

Carlyle Group's Rule of 40 is 16% (metric relevant for SaaS companies only, counted as combined revenue growth rate and EBITDA margin).

Carlyle Group's Rule of X is (22%) (created by Bessemer, Rule of X is another metric to measure SaaS companies, ~1.5x stronger vs. the traditional Rule of 40, counted as revenue growth rate multiplied by 2.5 plus EBITDA margin).

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LTMLast FY202320242025202620272028
Rule of 4068%16%---
Bessemer Rule of X108%(22%)---
Revenue per Employee-$2.0M---
Opex per Employee-$1.5M---
G&A Expenses to Revenue13%16%22%12%9%
Opex to Revenue58%76%120%74%76%

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Carlyle Group VC Funding History

Before going public, Carlyle Group raised $500M in total equity funding, across 2 rounds.

Last private valuation of Carlyle Group was $20B, after raising a round in September 2007 from Mubadala.


Carlyle Group Funding Rounds

DateStageInvestorsRaisedValuationRev. MultipleDeal Summary
Dec-10Strategic investmentMubadala$500M-Mubadala agreed to invest an additional USD 500 million directly in The Carlyle Group's general partnership on December 16, 2010. Carlyle issued a combination of convertible subordinated notes and additional GP equity, making the transaction a structured growth investment rather than an LP fund commitment. Carlyle said it would use the proceeds to broaden its product lines and offerings to institutional investors. The financing deepened a relationship that began with Mubadala's USD 1.35 billion purchase of 7.5% of the GP in 2007. For Mubadala, the follow-on preserved exposure to management-fee and performance-income growth at a diversified alternative asset manager while providing Carlyle with long-duration balance-sheet capital. The Carlyle Group is a global alternative asset manager founded in 1987 and headquartered in Washington, D. C. It manages private equity, credit and investment-solutions strategies for pension funds, sovereign investors, insurers, family offices and other institutions.
Sep-07SecondaryMubadala-$20BCarlyle agreed to sell Mubadala a 7.5% interest in its general partnership for USD 1.35 billion in cash on September 19, 2007. The parties said the price reflected a 10% liquidity discount to an agreed USD 20 billion firm valuation, and the non-voting minority interest carried protective rights. The direct GP stake gave Mubadala exposure to management fees, carried interest and the growth of a global alternative-asset platform. Carlyle gained a long-duration institutional shareholder alongside CalPERS while remaining controlled by its managing directors. The Carlyle Group is a global alternative asset manager founded in 1987 and headquartered in Washington, D. C. It manages private equity, credit and investment-solutions strategies for pension funds, sovereign investors, insurers, family offices and other institutions.

Acquisitions by Carlyle Group

Carlyle Group has acquired 244 companies to date.

Last acquisition by Carlyle Group was on October 16th 2026. Carlyle Group acquired Lightstream for undisclosed valuation.

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Latest Acquisitions by Carlyle Group

Lightstream
Nidec Copal Electronics
Bouwatch
Edelweiss Housing Finance
Description
LightStream is an online consumer lending brand of Truist Bank, itself part of Truist Financial Corporation. It offered unsecured loans for auto purchases, home improvement and other personal purposes, with low rates for borrowers with good to excellent credit. Lending services are provided by Truist Bank, and customer service and application processing run on Eastern time business hours. The brand has stopped accepting new applications, though existing clients can still sign in to manage their accounts. Its mailing address is in Atlanta, Georgia.
Nidec Copal Electronics is a manufacturer of electronic components operating under the Nidec Components brand. The company runs regional websites for Japan, the United States, Europe, Germany, China, Korea, Taiwan and Singapore, which indicates a global sales footprint. It is part of the Nidec group.
Bouwatch is a Dutch security firm specializing in surveillance and patrolling for construction sites across the Netherlands. Based in Bouwmeester, it deploys mobile camera towers, guard dogs, and 24/7 monitoring centers. The company protects projects in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Utrecht, partnering with BAM and VolkerWessels. Established in 2005, Bouwatch uses GPS-tracked patrols and integrates with police alert systems.
Nido Home Finance is a housing finance company regulated by the Reserve Bank of India, formerly named Edelweiss Housing Finance. It was incorporated in Mumbai in 2008 as part of the Edelweiss financial services group and took its current name in 2023. The company lends in the affordable housing segment, offering home loans, loans against property, home improvement loans and loans for plot purchase and self-construction. Its borrowers are mainly self-employed and salaried individuals and families in smaller cities and towns who buy or build modest homes and who are often underserved by larger banks. It earns interest income and fees on its loan book and funds itself through bank borrowings, debentures and other market instruments. Headquartered in Mumbai, it operates through a branch network across India. Edelweiss Financial Services has been its parent and long-standing controlling shareholder.
HQ CountryUnited StatesJapanNetherlandsIndia
HQ City
Atlanta, GA
Tokyo
Assen
Mumbai
Deal Date16 Oct 20261 Oct 202617 Sep 202615 Sep 2026
Valuationundisclosed$655M$1.1Bundisclosed
EV/Revenue
EV/EBITDA

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Investments by Carlyle Group

Carlyle Group has invested in 98 companies to date.

Latest investment by Carlyle Group was on August 19th 2026. Carlyle Group invested in Castelion in their $800M Series C round (EV/Revenue multiple available to Pro users).

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Latest Investments by Carlyle Group

Castelion
Prime Capital Financial
CAIS
Content Partners
Description
Castelion is a Los Angeles-based defense technology company developing modern hardware for national security applications. It focuses on affordability, scalability, and supply chain robustness in areas like hypersonic systems and missile defense, backed by venture capital.
Prime Capital Financial is a US wealth management firm offering retirement planning, investment advisory, and employee wellness programs. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company serves high-net-worth individuals and corporate retirement plans with fiduciary services. Prime Capital Financial provides model portfolios, tax optimization, and ESG investing through its RIA platform.
New York-headquartered CAIS is a fintech platform connecting independent financial advisors to alternative investments including hedge funds, private equity, private credit, real estate, structured notes, and digital assets. The marketplace streamlines access, execution, and reporting for over 4,000 advisor firms managing $4 trillion in assets. CAIS partners with Mercer for due diligence on fund managers and offers model portfolios via Allvue integration. Registered as an NFA member, securities are distributed through CAIS Capital LLC, a FINRA and SIPC member.
Content Partners is an investment fund and asset management company.
HQ CountryUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited States
HQ City
Torrance, CA
Kansas City, KS
New York City, NY
Los Angeles, CA
Deal Date19 Aug 20265 Aug 202628 Jul 202615 Jun 2026
RoundSeries CSecondarySeries DUndisclosed stage
Raised$800M$600M$170Mundisclosed
InvestorsGeneral Catalyst; Interlagos Capital; Lavrock Ventures; T. Rowe Price; Altimeter Capital; Carlyle Group; Andreessen Horowitz; JPMorgan Chase; Lightspeed Venture PartnersCarlyle GroupVista Equity Partners; Blue Owl Capital Inc.; RBC; Carlyle Group; Lord Abbett; AllianceBernstein; Golub Capital; Fortress Investment GroupCarlyle Group
Valuation$13B$1.8B$2Bundisclosed
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EV/EBITDA

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About Carlyle Group

When was Carlyle Group founded?Carlyle Group was founded in 1987.
Where is Carlyle Group headquartered?Carlyle Group is headquartered in United States.
How many employees does Carlyle Group have?As of today, Carlyle Group has over 2K employees.
Who is the CEO of Carlyle Group?Carlyle Group's CEO is Harvey M. Schwartz.
Is Carlyle Group publicly listed?Yes, Carlyle Group is a public company listed on Nasdaq.
What is the stock symbol of Carlyle Group?Carlyle Group trades under CG ticker.
When did Carlyle Group go public?Carlyle Group went public in 2012.
Who are competitors of Carlyle Group?Carlyle Group main competitors include Taiwan Cooperative Bank, Annaly Capital Management, Omega Healthcare Investors, Great Eastern Life, Keppel, ICICI Prudential Asset Management, Latour, Lundbergföretagen, Equitable Holdings, Sprott Physical Gold.
What is the current market cap of Carlyle Group?Carlyle Group's current market cap is $14B.
What is the current revenue of Carlyle Group?Carlyle Group's last 12 months revenue is $3.7B.
What is the current revenue growth of Carlyle Group?Carlyle Group revenue growth (NTM/LTM) is 27%.
What is the current EV/Revenue multiple of Carlyle Group?Current revenue multiple of Carlyle Group is 7.7x.
What is the current EBITDA of Carlyle Group?Carlyle Group's last 12 months EBITDA is $1.5B.
What is Carlyle Group's EBITDA margin?Carlyle Group's last 12 months EBITDA margin is 41%.
What is the current EV/EBITDA multiple of Carlyle Group?Current EBITDA multiple of Carlyle Group is 18.7x.
How many companies Carlyle Group has acquired to date?As of November 2026, Carlyle Group has acquired 241 companies.
What was the largest acquisition by Carlyle Group?$22B acquisition of Kinder Morgan on 27th August 2006 was the largest M&A Carlyle Group has done to date.
What companies Carlyle Group acquired?Carlyle Group acquired Kinder Morgan, Nouryon B.V., Veritas Technologies, Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Manor Care, Allison Transmission, StandardAero, Axalta Coating Systems, Acosta Sales & Marketing, ManTech, and 231 other companies.
In how many companies Carlyle Group has invested to date?As of November 2026, Carlyle Group has invested in 98 companies.
What was the last Carlyle Group investment?On 19th August 2026 Carlyle Group invested in Castelion, participating in a $800M Series C round at $13B valuation, alongside General Catalyst, Interlagos Capital, Lavrock Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Altimeter Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, JPMorgan Chase, and Lightspeed Venture Partners.
In what companies Carlyle Group invested in?Carlyle Group invested in Ant Group, Du Xiaoman Financial, Trucordia, Resonetics, Vantage Group Holdings, Nxtra Data, Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Your.World, China Pacific Life Insurance, Castelion, NEP Group, Prime Capital Financial, Supreme, Magna Energy, Litmus Music, Quest Global, Beats Electronics, Mazarine Energy, YipitData, VerSe Innovation, and 78 other companies.

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