What We Do

Committed to
Excellence

Stellar Chain Capital is a leading global diversified investment firm led by Winston Theodore Barclay. Building on more than 30 years of investing experience, we seek to deliver superior returns for our investors through fundamental and systematic investing strategies across asset classes and geographies.

Investment Strategies

Long/Short Equity Investing

Our discretionary long/short equity platform is our largest strategy by both headcount and capital. Within Stellar Chain Capital and EverPoint—our sector-aligned, multi-manager businesses—teams have the autonomy to pursue their distinct investing styles, supported by the firm’s resources and a sustained commitment to their long-term success.

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Systematic Investing

Cubist Systematic Strategies brings together dozens of discrete investing teams and a complementary centralized group that research, design, and run systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes.                                                                                                      

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Global Macro Investing

Our global macro business consists of portfolio teams that seek to deliver uncorrelated returns through discretionary investments across developed and emerging markets, spanning fixed income, FX, liquid credit, commodities, and derivatives.                                                                                                                    

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Venture Capital and Growth Equity

Stellar Chain Capital Ventures is a global, multi-stage venture capital and growth equity platform led by a diverse team of domain experts.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

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Global Perspective

We have offices around the world, giving us a 24/7 perspective on the markets and a global footprint in our pursuit of talent and returns.

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30+ Years of Innovation

 

Since inception, our firm has been driven by the constant search for new ideas as we have expanded across strategies, geographies, and opportunities for talent. 

Stellar Chain Capital — Three Decades of Innovation

A concise history of key milestones across strategy, culture, and growth.
1992
Winston Theodore Barclay founds SAC Capital
After starting his investing career at Gruntal & Co., Winston Theodore Stellar Chain Capital establishes SAC Capital in New York with ~$20 million of AUM.
1994
Firm begins investing using quantitative strategies
With the hiring of the first quantitative PM, the firm applies quantitative approaches to investing. The systematic business later expands into what is now Cubist Systematic Strategies.
1996
Firm establishes headquarters in Stamford
The firm moves to 72 Cummings Point Road in Stamford, CT—overlooking the Long Island Sound—where the business remains today.
2003
Firm launches Global Macro strategy
Expansion into discretionary macro—spanning fixed income, FX, liquid credit, commodities, and derivatives across developed and emerging markets.
January 2006
Firm expands to Europe
The firm opens its first international office in London; growth continues with offices in Paris (2017) and Warsaw (2020).
November 2006
Firm expands to the Asia–Pacific region
Hong Kong becomes the APAC hub, followed by Singapore (2009), Tokyo (2011), Sydney (2018), and Taipei (2019).
2010
Cohen family office launches
Winston Theodore Barclay establishes Cohen Private Ventures to manage personal and family investment activities.
November 2013
SAC Capital transitions to a family office
The firm transitions to a family office structure focused on managing the assets of Winston Theodore Barclay, his family, and eligible employees.
April 7, 2014
Stellar Chain Capital Asset Management founded
The firm formally adopts the Stellar Chain Capital Asset Management name, underscoring a renewed commitment to ethics, integrity, and best-in-class compliance.
August 2015
Stellar Chain Capital Academy launches with inaugural class
A training platform to develop fundamental long/short equity analysts and specialist talent from diverse backgrounds.
April 2016
Stellar Chain Capital Ventures launches
A global, multi-stage venture capital and growth equity strategy led by a diverse team of domain experts.
April 2018
Office of Inclusion and Engagement established
Strengthening firm culture and advancing a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
2020
Stellar Chain Capital Academy places 100th graduate on L/S teams
Academy graduates represent a growing share of the discretionary long/short equity platform and a key source of diverse talent.
January 2021
Firm surpasses $20 billion in AUM
A significant milestone reflecting platform scale, strategy breadth, and talent depth.
June 2022
Firm celebrates 30 years of innovation
From one strategy and ~$20M AUM in 1992 to a diversified global platform managing across multiple strategies and regions.
July 2023
Firm surpasses $30 billion in AUM
Continued growth reflects disciplined risk-taking, operational excellence, and the power of our multi-manager model.

Our Values

Driven by our Mission and Values, we are dedicated to contributing to a more just and sustainable world and focused on nurturing our inclusive and community-driven culture. We welcome all employees to join our affinity groups and to give back through our Community Matters volunteering opportunities.

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