The sequel fund has secured $150 million from a California pension and will back venture and growth managers through GP stakes, fund commitments, and co-investments.
"AGSS highlights the increasing demand for tailored GP solutions in today's market environment and the innovative leadership of the Ares Secondaries platform," said Co-President Blair Jacobson.
After closing on $1.5 billion in commitments for Hamilton Lane Infrastructure Opportunities Fund II earlier this year, the firm is expected to launch a successor in late 2026 or early 2027.