CM-CIC Capital Prive

CM-CIC Capital Privé is a prominent French private equity firm operating as a key subsidiary of Crédit Mutuel Equity, one of France's leading financial groups. Based in Paris, the firm specializes in providing capital to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-cap companies (ETIs), focusing on their growth, development, and capital restructuring needs. While CM-CIC Capital Privé specifically targets these segments, it benefits from the extensive resources and broad investment mandate of its parent company.

The firm engages in various private equity transactions, including venture capital, growth capital, buy-out, and turnaround capital, demonstrating a flexible approach to supporting businesses at different stages of their lifecycle. Their strategy emphasizes long-term partnerships, aiming to help companies achieve sustainable growth and strategic objectives. This commitment is underpinned by the significant scale of Crédit Mutuel Equity, which has invested in over 400 companies across diverse sectors.

Crédit Mutuel Equity, under which CM-CIC Capital Privé operates, manages substantial capital exceeding €4 billion, equivalent to approximately $4.32 billion. This robust financial backing enables the firm to deploy significant resources into its portfolio companies. Investment tickets typically range from €1 million to €200 million, which translates to approximately $1.08 million to $216 million. This wide range allows CM-CIC Capital Privé to cater to a broad spectrum of investment opportunities, from early-stage innovative ventures to more mature, established businesses, aligning with its focus on supporting the dynamic French SME and ETI landscape.