WAYNE, PA — Guardian Capital Partners announced it has closed Guardian Capital Partners Fund IV with $441 million in total capital commitments as of Feb. 18, 2026.
The private equity firm said the fund reached its hard cap in seven months from first to final close and was oversubscribed.
Fund IV received commitments from existing limited partners, some of whom have invested with the firm since 2008, as well as new investors including university endowments, foundations, fund of funds and family offices, according to Guardian.
Peter Haabestad, co-founder and managing partner, said the closing reflects continued support from long-term investors.
“Fund IV represents an important milestone for Guardian and reflects the strength of our team and our long-standing relationships with founders, intermediaries, and investors,” Haabestad said.
Guardian makes control investments in founder-led and closely held lower-middle market companies using a sector-focused approach. The firm’s current priority sectors include industrial technology, digital infrastructure, non-discretionary services and food and beverage manufacturing.
Scott Evans, co-founder and managing partner, said Fund IV has already been deployed into three platform acquisitions: LINX, Raptor Power Systems and Heatscape.
“These investments reflect Guardian’s success on its GPS focus and on businesses where hands-on operational support and strategic approach can accelerate capital deployment,” Evans said.
Latham & Watkins LLP advised Guardian on the formation of Fund IV. The firm said it did not use an external placement agent for the fundraising.
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