Stonepeak Appoints Yuichi Jimbo as Chairman, Japan
Slice of Finance Team
07/10/2024
Key Highlights:
- Yuichi Jimbo appointed Chairman, Japan at Stonepeak, effective July 1, 2024.
- Yuichi brings extensive experience from Bank of America, Citigroup, and J.P. Morgan.
- Stonepeak strengthens its presence in Japan and the Asia Pacific region.
- Key focus on digital infrastructure and renewable energy investments.
- Recent significant investments include partnerships with CHC and Shizen Energy Inc.
Source (Business Wire)
Quotes
“ “We are excited to leverage Yuichi’s expertise in these sectors and the Japanese market more broadly to deliver differentiated investments and additional value for our partners.” ”
Hajir Naghdy, Senior Managing Director and Head of Asia and the Middle East at Stonepeak
Our Take:
Stonepeak's appointment of Yuichi Jimbo as Chairman, Japan, marks a strategic enhancement of their leadership team, leveraging Jimbo's profound expertise in infrastructure and renewables. This move underscores Stonepeak's commitment to expanding their footprint in Japan and the broader Asia Pacific region. By bringing on board a leader with a rich background from top financial institutions, Stonepeak is poised to further capitalize on investment opportunities in digital infrastructure and renewable energy sectors, aligning with global trends towards sustainability and technological advancement. This appointment, coupled with recent strategic investments, positions Stonepeak to significantly influence and grow its market presence in APAC.
