
Deep Track Capital
Description
Deep Track Capital is a prominent investment firm based in Greenwich, Connecticut, exclusively dedicated to the life sciences sector. Founded by David Steinberg, the firm operates primarily as a hedge fund, focusing on public equities within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. However, Deep Track Capital also allocates a significant portion of its capital to private investments, particularly in late-stage and crossover rounds for promising life science companies nearing public market readiness or achieving significant clinical milestones. This dual approach allows them to capitalize on opportunities across the entire lifecycle of innovative life science ventures.
The firm's investment strategy is characterized by a deep understanding of scientific innovation and market dynamics within the highly specialized life sciences industry. With reported assets under management (AUM) reaching approximately $3.5 billion as of 2021, Deep Track Capital possesses substantial financial capacity to make meaningful investments. Their private investment arm typically targets companies that have advanced beyond early-stage development, often participating in large funding rounds designed to propel companies through crucial clinical trials or towards an initial public offering. This strategic focus on later-stage private deals complements their public market activities, providing a holistic approach to life sciences investing.
Deep Track Capital's participation in private rounds often involves substantial commitments, reflecting their capacity and conviction in the underlying science and commercial potential. For instance, the firm was a key participant in ReNAgade Therapeutics' $300 million Series C financing round in 2023, demonstrating their willingness to deploy significant capital into high-potential, transformative biotech companies. While they do not typically engage in seed or early-stage venture funding, their involvement provides crucial capital for companies aiming to scale and achieve commercialization. Their typical first check for private investments generally ranges from $10 million to $100 million, positioning them as a major financial partner for growth-stage life science innovators.
Investor Profile
Deep Track Capital has backed more than 80 startups, with 23 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 14 rounds, about 18% of its total and boasts 46 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Post Ipo Equity, Series B, Series C rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada, France.
- Strong thematic focus on Biotechnology, Health Care, Therapeutics.
- Led 4 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $10M – $100M.
Stage Focus
- Post Ipo Equity (51%)
- Series B (25%)
- Series C (13%)
- Series A (5%)
- Series E (3%)
- Series D (3%)
- Undisclosed (1%)
Country Focus
- United States (83%)
- Canada (5%)
- France (5%)
- United Kingdom (4%)
- Germany (1%)
- Denmark (1%)
Industry Focus
- Biotechnology
- Health Care
- Therapeutics
- Pharmaceutical
- Medical
- Biopharma
- Life Science
- Oncology
- Medical Device
- Genetics
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