Knighthead Capital Management

Knighthead Capital Management

Founding Date
2008

Knighthead Capital Management is a diversified asset management firm specializing in long-short investment strategies, event-driven opportunities, distressed credit, and special situation investing. The firm combines deep fundamental analysis, operational expertise, and risk management to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns while prioritizing capital preservation. Knighthead focuses on identifying unique investment opportunities across a broad range of industries, including distressed companies, turnaround situations, and complex financial events. Its disciplined approach positions the firm as a trusted partner for investors seeking exposure to high-conviction, alternative investment strategies.

KNIGHTHEAD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT

  • Knighthead Capital Management is a leading credit-focused, event-driven investment firm specializing in distressed credit, structured credit, and special situation investing. 

  • Known for disciplined capital preservation and rigorous risk management, Knighthead delivers attractive risk-adjusted returns across a variety of investment vehicles, including insurance asset management, real estate lending, and both closed- and open-ended funds.

  • Knighthead combines deep fundamental research with proactive portfolio management, helping investors access sophisticated alternative investment strategies in credit and special situations.


INVESTMENT STRATEGIES

  • Distressed & Event-Driven Credit 

Identifying high-potential opportunities in companies facing financial distress or unique market events.

  • Insurance Asset Management 

Tailored investment programs for direct and reinsurance portfolios, balancing risk and return.

  • Real Estate Lending 

Originating and servicing commercial mortgage loans nationwide through Knighthead Funding, LLC.

  • Closed-End & Evergreen Funds 

Flexible structures for long-short credit investments and high-conviction opportunities across multiple industries.