Dragon Capital Ltd. is a privately owned investment management firm based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Founded in 1994, it has grown to become one of Vietnam's longest-established independent asset managers, overseeing approximately US$3 billion in assets as of mid-2019. The firm specializes in managing portfolios across various sectors, including public equity, fixed income, real estate, and clean technology. It serves a diverse clientele, including international pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, and endowments, offering tailored investment solutions. As a subsidiary of Dragon Capital Group Limited, the firm is committed to providing strategic investment management and principal investment opportunities.
Fin VC is focused on B2B, principally Enterprise SaaS FinTech companies within seven sub-sectors: Alternative Lending, Asset Management, Real Estate Tech, InsureTech, Health Care solutions, Blockchain Enterprise Applications, and Enabling Tech. FIN invests globally in the US, EU, MENA, Israel, and Asia. As former corporate and start-up operators, the Fin team takes a hands-on approach, helping its portfolio companies with access to capital (equity/debt), talent sourcing, and business development support. Fin is building a Global Financial Platform that will provide LPs with unique fund strategies and co-investment opportunities alongside of the fund and in Special Situation Growth/Late stage companies.
Actis is a prominent investment firm specializing in growth markets across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Established in 2004, it has raised $14 billion and employs over 200 people, including around 120 investment professionals, across 16 global offices. Actis focuses on a multi-asset strategy that encompasses private equity, energy, infrastructure, and real estate. The firm is committed to responsible investing, leveraging local knowledge and sector expertise to drive competitive returns. Its investment philosophy emphasizes "south-south" relationships, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing between emerging markets. Actis manages various funds targeting sectors such as financial services, education, health, energy, and real estate, with a strong emphasis on impact investing. The firm has a significant footprint in approximately 70 companies worldwide, creating over 116,500 jobs.
MicroVest is a private equity firm based in Bethesda, Maryland, founded in 2003. It specializes in investing in small and medium-sized enterprises, focusing particularly on low-income financial institutions, such as microfinance institutions and consumer finance companies. The firm operates through its mPower Investment Program and prefers to invest in regions including the Middle East, Latin America, Central America, Mexico, the United States, Canada, Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia, and the Indian Subcontinent. MicroVest typically makes investments ranging from $0.1 million to $15 million, utilizing various financial instruments such as debt, loan guarantees, equity with an exit strategy, and quasi-equity sub-debt.
Capital Square Partners Pte Ltd is a private equity investment firm established in 2014 and based in Singapore. The firm focuses on investing in the telecommunications, media and technology, healthcare, consumer and business services, and education sectors, primarily within South and Southeast Asia. Capital Square Partners aims to support companies that demonstrate potential for leadership in their respective markets, either as existing leaders or as entities capable of achieving leadership with additional capital and operational assistance. Through its investments, the firm seeks to leverage its in-depth market understanding to foster growth and enhance value in its portfolio companies.
VinaCapital is a prominent investment management and real estate development firm based in Vietnam, established in 2003. With a diversified portfolio totaling USD 1.5 billion in assets under management, the firm focuses on producing superior returns for its investors by leveraging extensive international finance and investment experience. VinaCapital's approach involves identifying key trends and opportunities in Vietnam's evolving economy. The firm has specialized teams that cover various asset classes, including capital markets, private equity, fixed income, venture capital, real estate, and infrastructure, allowing it to target investments across diverse sectors in the Asia-Pacific region.
Apis Partners is a private equity asset manager based in London, specializing in financial services within growth markets, including Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Europe. The firm is managed by a seasoned team with over 20 years of experience in financial services and private equity, having built a strong track record in the industry. Apis Partners has developed a wide-ranging network of operating partners, comprising over 20 financial services professionals, which enhances their on-the-ground presence in five countries. The firm's recent fund, Apis Growth Markets Fund III, launched in 2023, focuses on investments in the financial services sector, targeting ticket sizes between USD 60 to USD 70 million across 10 to 15 companies. Apis Partners leverages its extensive industry expertise and resources to capitalize on growth opportunities in emerging markets.
IFU is a venture capital and private equity firm based in Copenhagen, Denmark, that specializes in providing equity, mezzanine financing, loans, and guarantees to projects in developing countries. Established in 1967, IFU focuses on creating and financing new businesses, joint ventures between Danish companies and local partners, and acquiring existing ventures. The firm primarily invests in sectors such as commercial services, biofuels, renewable energy, and irrigation systems, with a particular emphasis on climate and agribusiness. Investments are targeted at countries with a low gross national income per capita, as defined by specific criteria, and include regions across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. IFU typically invests between DKK 0.5 million and DKK 100 million and often seeks co-investment opportunities with Danish firms. The firm also supports small and medium-sized enterprises and provides advisory services for business investments in developing markets. With a preference for board membership, IFU aims to exit investments within five to seven years, ensuring a positive return for its stakeholders.
CDC Group, established in 1948, is the UK’s Development Finance Institution wholly owned by the government. Its primary mission is to foster business development in Africa and South Asia, aiming to create jobs and improve living conditions in some of the world’s most impoverished regions. CDC invests strategically in sectors where job creation is most needed, including manufacturing, agribusiness, infrastructure, financial institutions, construction, health, and education. By supporting businesses in these areas, CDC seeks to stimulate economic growth and enhance the private sector in regions where it is often underdeveloped. Through its portfolio, which includes numerous investee businesses, CDC has demonstrated a significant impact on job creation and local economies, contributing to tax revenues and ultimately improving the lives of individuals in the communities it serves.
Eversource Capital is an impact investment firm based in Mumbai, India, established in 2018. The firm serves as the fund manager for the Green Growth Equity Fund, which received initial investment from India's National Investment and Infrastructure Fund and the Department for International Development. Eversource Capital focuses on financing sectors such as contracted power, distribution infrastructure, electric mobility, green finance, and renewable energy services. Its primary objective is to minimize and mitigate the adverse effects on ecosystems, communities, and the climate through strategic investments in sustainable projects within India.
Japan Bank for International Cooperation is a financial institution based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 1999. It provides a range of financial services, including lending, investment, and guarantees, with a focus on sectors such as natural resources, infrastructure, industry, mid-tier enterprises, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and environmental initiatives. The bank offers various financial instruments, including export loans, energy and natural resource financing, and equity participations, among others. It maintains a network of representative offices in major global cities, including Beijing, New York, and London, to facilitate its operations. The institution aims to contribute to Japan's development and the international economy while fostering partnerships, such as its collaboration with Novatek. Japan Bank for International Cooperation was formerly a subsidiary of Japan Finance Corporation.
Lighthouse Funds is a private equity firm established in 2006 that focuses on early-stage investments in consumer-facing companies in India. The firm was founded by a group of investors and entrepreneurs who recognize India as a dynamic and vibrant economy with significant growth potential. Originally rooted in the United States, Lighthouse shifted its focus to India in the mid-2000s, driven by the country's burgeoning entrepreneurial spirit. The firm is dedicated to capitalizing on the evolving market landscape in India, aiming to support innovative businesses that are poised for growth.
TVS Capital Funds, established in 2007, is an independent private equity firm based in India that specializes in mid-market investments. The firm focuses on sectors such as retail, healthcare, education, food, media, and technology, aiming to identify and capitalize on promising investment opportunities. With a commitment to creating substantial value, TVS Capital leverages the expertise of industry veterans as advisors to enhance the growth potential of its portfolio companies. The firm is dedicated to building sustainable businesses that contribute to India's overall economic development.
Global Founders Capital (GFC) is a venture capital firm established in 2013 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The firm is stage agnostic, meaning it invests in companies at various stages of development, from early-stage ventures to those preparing for an initial public offering. GFC focuses on empowering talented entrepreneurs and seeks investment opportunities in sectors such as internet, retail, financial software, media, communication, and information technology. With a global perspective, GFC aims to support innovative companies across all continents.
Rabo Equity Advisors Private Limited, established in 1996, is a subsidiary of Rabobank, with senior employees owning 49% of the shares. Based in New Delhi and Mumbai, the firm operates as an investment advisor for global private equity managers and seeks to act as an investment manager for domestic venture capital and private equity funds. Currently, it advises Rabo Equity Management Company Ltd, Mauritius, which manages two private equity funds dedicated to the food and agribusiness sector in India. Rabo Equity Advisors specializes in identifying and evaluating investment opportunities, providing economic insights, and facilitating liquidity events. Its team possesses substantial expertise and industry relationships essential for sector-focused funds, particularly in food and agribusiness. The firm leverages the resources of Food & Agribusiness Research and Advisory, which includes a global team of analysts with extensive knowledge across various agribusiness sectors. This collaboration enhances Rabo Equity's understanding of the agricultural value chain, from production to end products, benefiting its portfolio companies in the food and agribusiness sector.