Stonepeak, a prominent alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets, has appointed Yuichi Jimbo as Chairman for Japan, effective July 1, 2024. Based in Tokyo, Yuichi will support Stonepeak’s investment strategies in Japan and its broader APAC business.
Yuichi brings extensive experience in global financial services, particularly in infrastructure and renewables. His recent role was at Bank of America, where he served as Chairman of Investment Banking and Vice Chairman at BofA Securities Japan. Prior to this, he was Deputy President and Head of Investment Banking at Citigroup Global Markets Japan, and also held a similar position at J.P. Morgan in Japan. Yuichi began his career at the Bank of Tokyo (now MUFG Bank) and holds a Master of Science in Business Administration from MIT’s Sloan School of Management and a B.A. in Commerce from Hitotsubashi University.
Hajir Naghdy, Senior Managing Director and Head of Asia and the Middle East at Stonepeak, expressed enthusiasm for Yuichi’s appointment, highlighting the firm’s active investments in Japan’s digital infrastructure and renewable energy sectors. He emphasized the significant opportunities in Japan and praised Yuichi’s leadership, relationships, and expertise, which are expected to enhance Stonepeak’s established Asia Pacific team.
Yuichi Jimbo expressed his excitement about joining Stonepeak, recognizing its strong reputation in risk-adjusted infrastructure investing and its strategic commitment to the Asia Pacific region. He looks forward to contributing to Stonepeak’s growth and success.
Stonepeak has been expanding its presence in Japan and the Asia Pacific region. Recently, it partnered with CHC to develop energy storage projects in Japan and invested in TerraWind Renewables in collaboration with Shizen Energy Inc. Stonepeak’s portfolio also includes companies like Digital Edge and Peak Energy, which have a significant presence in Japan. Across Asia Pacific, Stonepeak has over 15 investments and partnerships supporting critical infrastructure needs.
About Stonepeak
Stonepeak is a leading alternative investment firm with approximately $65.1 billion in assets under management. Specializing in infrastructure and real assets, Stonepeak aims to create value through investments in defensive, hard-asset businesses worldwide. The firm’s focus includes communications, energy and energy transition, transport and logistics, and real estate. Headquartered in New York, Stonepeak has offices in Hong Kong, Houston, London, Singapore, and Sydney. For more information, visit www.stonepeak.com.
