Rio Bravo

Rio Bravo Investimentos Ltda. is a private equity and venture capital firm based in São Paulo, Brazil, specializing in both direct and fund of fund investments. Established in 1997, the firm focuses on a diverse range of sectors, including technology, infrastructure, energy, metals and mining, life sciences, and real estate. It primarily targets investments in start-ups and mid-stage companies, particularly in Brazil's Northeastern region, while also considering opportunities in Europe and Asia. Rio Bravo typically invests between R$0.50 million and R$80 million in companies with revenues ranging from $50 million to $100 million and enterprise values up to R$300 million. The firm aims to acquire either minority or majority stakes in its portfolio companies. In addition to private equity, Rio Bravo also manages real estate and hedge funds within Latin America.