Alger
Overview
Fred Alger Management (Alger) is an investment advisor based in New York, New York. Founded in 1964, the firm manages client-focused equity portfolios, equity and balanced mutual funds and provides asset management services. The firm primarily invests in the public equity and fixed income markets across the globe. It caters to individuals, investment companies, pension and profit sharing plans, and charitable organizations. The assets of the firm are managed by the executive management team.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| SandboxAQ | Apr 2025 | Series E Extension | Co-investor |
| Prosetta Biosciences | Dec 2015 | Series D | Co-investor |
| Impulse Dynamics | Dec 2025 | Early Funding | Co-investor |
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Key People
Brandon Geisler
Senior Vice President And Portfolio Manager
Amy Y. Zhang
Executive Vice President, Portfolio Manager - U.S. Small & Mid Cap Equity
Arthur Nowak
Client Portfolio Manager
Patrick Kelly
Portfolio Manager
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Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Alger based?
Alger is headquartered in New York City, New York, United States.
When was Alger founded?
Alger was founded in 1964.
How many portfolio companies does Alger have?
Alger has 4 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Alger's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include SandboxAQ, Prosetta Biosciences, Impulse Dynamics.
What was Alger's most recent investment shown here?
Alger's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Impulse Dynamics in 2025.
What sectors does Alger focus on?
Alger focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Cybersecurity, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does Alger focus on?
Alger typically invests at the Late stage.
What is Alger's AUM?
Alger's assets under management are estimated between $10.0B and $100.0B.