Our capital base
Berkshire Partners has raised $11 billion of private equity capital through our eight investment funds. Of special mention is the fact that the coinvestment commitment by Berkshire's staff makes us our own largest investor.
Capital under management as of July 20, 2011
| Year | Fund | Total Capital | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Berkshire Fund VIII | $4.5 billion | Investing |
| 2006 | Berkshire Fund VII | $3.1 billion | Investing |
| 2002 | Berkshire Fund VI | $1.7 billion | Fully invested |
| 1998 | Berkshire Fund V | $985 million | Fully invested |
| 1996 | Berkshire Fund IV | $387 million | Fully invested |
| 1992 | Berkshire Fund III | $168 million | Fully invested |
| 1986 | Berkshire Fund II | $125 million | Fully invested |
| 1984 | Berkshire Fund I | $59 million | Fully invested |