Investment Focus

BaltCap is the leading dedicated private equity and venture capital investor in the Baltic States (Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania). We have worked in the region since 1995.

BaltCap supports strong management teams and companies with a vision to grow in the Baltics and beyond. To date we have made 47 investments out of which 26 are now fully exited, providing the firm with a strong track record.

We have a presence in all three Baltic countries via our three offices and experienced team of local investment professionals.

 

Investment criteria

We invest in one of the following types of deals:

  • Buy-outs/buy-ins
  • Private companies in expansion

Investment instruments

Equity or equity related instruments (convertibles, preferred shares, bonds with warrants). We do not provide loans.

Geography

We are regional investors and consider companies with a substantial part of the business carried out in the Baltic States.

Industries

We are generalists and have invested in a wide range of industries. We will not invest in gambling, arms or hard liquor manufacturing, financial services, real estate, insurance or environmentally hazardous businesses.

Investment size

Depends on type of deal: typically larger in case of buy-outs and lower in expansion-type deals. However, we will continuously consider add-on investments to growing companies. The initial investment is at least EUR 3 million for buy-outs and EUR 0,3 million for venture capital (Jeremie Funds) investments.

Ownership

We acquire majority or significant minority positions with controlling rights.

Holding period

The typical holding period of our investments is 3-5 years after which we sell our shares in the company.

Exit

The exit channels are: sale to strategic (trade) buyer, sale to a financial buyer, public offering (IPO) and sale to other co-owners.

Other requirements

BaltCap is an active owner. Among other things we require:

  • A shareholders' agreement
  • A supervisory board seat
  • Regular management and financial reports

 

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