Temasek Holdings
Temasek Holdings is an investment company based in Singapore, founded in 1974, with a diverse portfolio valued at approximately S$242 billion. The firm invests across various sectors, including telecommunications, media and technology, financial services, transportation, consumer products, real estate, life sciences, agriculture, and energy. Temasek's investment strategy is guided by long-term trends, focusing on themes such as transforming economies, rising middle-income populations, and emerging champions. Its investment structure includes a mix of liquid assets, listed and unlisted holdings, and private equity, reflecting a commitment to being a significant shareholder in both local and international businesses. Temasek Capital Management, a subsidiary, specializes in private equity and mid-stage technology and life sciences investments, further enhancing Temasek's global investment footprint.
Golden Gate Trade & Service JSC is a Vietnamese company that owns and operates a chain of restaurants across the country. Founded in 2005 and based in Hanoi, the company also offers franchising opportunities to expand its brand. In addition to its restaurant operations, Golden Gate has developed the Golden Spoon application, which facilitates bookings and provides discounts at various dining establishments.
Grab Holdings Inc. is a Singapore-based company that offers a comprehensive mobile technology platform providing various online-to-offline services in Southeast Asia. Founded in 2012 by Anthony Tan and Tan Hooi Lng, Grab operates in several countries, including Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar. The platform includes a wide range of services such as transportation options like GrabTaxi and GrabCar, and delivery services, alongside solutions for financial transactions through Grab Financial Group. This group provides services in payments, rewards, lending, and insurance, and features a user-friendly point-of-sale system for merchants, as well as a mobile wallet for convenient transactions. Grab aims to enhance the quality of life for its users by integrating essential services into a single app.
Private Equity Round in 2021
LeapFrog Investments is a private equity firm that specializes in investments in growth-stage and expansion. It does not invest in green-fields or startups.
The firm makes investments in financial institutions, distributors for financial products, or enablers of financial services, such as administrators or technology platforms.
LeapFrog Investments was founded by Dr. Andrew Kuper Ph.D. in 2007 and is headquartered in Australia.
Vinhomes Joint Stock Company, established in 2008 and headquartered in Hanoi, Vietnam, specializes in the investment, development, and trading of real estate properties. The company focuses on integrated residential, commercial, and industrial real estate, and also engages in office leasing activities. In addition to its core real estate operations, Vinhomes offers comprehensive real estate management services and engages in general contracting, consulting, design, and construction management services. Originally known as Hanoi Southern City Development Joint Stock Company, it rebranded to Vinhomes in February 2018.
Private Equity Round in 2019
Scommerce operates within Vietnam's rapidly expanding e-commerce landscape, having established itself as a leading integrated logistics provider since its inception in 2012. The company serves millions of merchants and consumers, facilitating online transactions through social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, which are increasingly viewed as viable marketplaces. Scommerce focuses on delivering news and insights regarding technological innovations, franchise opportunities, and investments in technology. By leveraging the growth of social commerce and social sourcing, Scommerce aims to enhance the shopping experience for affluent individuals while contributing to job creation in the burgeoning digital economy.
Tiki Corporation retails books, electronics, home appliances, gifts, fashion, beauty, and health products. The company also offers phone, digital equipment and accessories, electrical appliances, life house products, beauty and health products, stationery, vehicles, toys and souvenirs, mother and baby sports products, air ticket booking, and international goods. It sells its products through online store. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.