
Eiffel Investment Group
Description
Eiffel Investment Group is a prominent alternative asset manager based in Paris, France, specializing in credit and equity investments. Established with a mission to disintermediate the funding of the economy, the firm provides direct financing solutions to companies and infrastructure projects, primarily across Europe. As of December 31, 2023, Eiffel Investment Group manages approximately €6 billion (equivalent to roughly $6.5 billion) in assets, making it a significant player in the European alternative finance landscape.
The firm's investment strategies are diverse, encompassing private debt, private equity, listed equities and bonds, and a strong emphasis on energy transition infrastructure. Eiffel Investment Group is particularly recognized for its commitment to sustainable finance, integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria into its investment processes. Their approach involves offering flexible financing solutions, including senior, unitranche, and subordinated debt, as well as preferred equity, tailored to the specific needs of their portfolio companies. This broad mandate allows them to support a wide range of enterprises, from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-caps to large-scale infrastructure developments.
Eiffel Investment Group plays a crucial role in bridging the financing gap for businesses and projects that might not be fully served by traditional banking channels. Through funds like "Eiffel Essentiel," which focuses on financing French SMEs and mid-caps, and "Eiffel Transition Infrastructure," which has raised over €1.2 billion for green energy projects, the group actively contributes to economic growth and the transition to a more sustainable future. Their expertise in direct lending and private equity, combined with a strong focus on impact, positions them as a key partner for companies seeking alternative capital and for investors looking for exposure to sustainable and resilient assets. The firm's ability to deploy capital across various stages and structures underscores its versatility and depth in the European financial market.
Investor Profile
Eiffel Investment Group has backed more than 36 startups, with 5 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 21 rounds, about 58% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Debt Financing, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in France, Italy, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Renewable Energy, Software, Solar.
- Led 5 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $5.4M – $108M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (33%)
- Debt Financing (25%)
- Seed (11%)
- Series A (8%)
- Series B (8%)
- Series C (6%)
- Convertible Note (3%)
- Private Equity (3%)
- Post Ipo Equity (3%)
Country Focus
- France (64%)
- Italy (6%)
- United States (6%)
- Ireland (6%)
- Sweden (6%)
- Israel (6%)
- Poland (3%)
- Brazil (3%)
- Spain (3%)
Industry Focus
- Renewable Energy
- Software
- Solar
- Energy
- Information Technology
- Financial Services
- Fintech
- Saas
- Manufacturing
- Environmental Consulting
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