
EQT Ventures
Description
EQT Ventures is a prominent multi-stage global venture capital firm based out of Stockholm, Sweden, with a significant presence across Europe and the US. As part of the broader EQT global investment organization, EQT Ventures leverages a vast network and deep industry expertise. They are known for backing bold and ambitious founders with a vision for global success, investing across various stages from Seed to Series C, and are committed to supporting companies with the potential to achieve global scale.
The firm's investment strategy is characterized by its sector-agnostic approach, though it maintains a strong focus on technology-driven companies. A key differentiator is their proprietary AI platform, "Motherbrain," which assists in deal sourcing, market analysis, and identifying promising startups. This data-driven methodology aims to enhance investment decisions and accelerate portfolio company growth. EQT Ventures also emphasizes providing hands-on operational support through its team of Operating Partners and Talent Team, helping founders scale their businesses, build strong teams, and navigate international expansion.
EQT Ventures typically writes initial checks ranging from approximately $1.08 million (€1 million) up to $54 million (€50 million), making them capable of leading substantial rounds across different stages. The firm has demonstrated significant fundraising success, with their latest fund, EQT Ventures Fund III, closing at an impressive €1.1 billion (approximately $1.188 billion) in 2023. This substantial capital pool underscores their commitment to supporting high-growth technology companies globally. Their portfolio spans diverse sectors, including fintech, health tech, SaaS, and deep tech, reflecting their broad investment mandate and commitment to fostering innovation across the tech ecosystem.
Investor Profile
EQT Ventures has backed more than 223 startups, with 28 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 129 rounds, about 58% of its total and boasts 20 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Sweden, Germany, United Kingdom.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI), SaaS.
- Led 16 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $1.1M – $54M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (28%)
- Seed (22%)
- Series B (22%)
- Series C (10%)
- Series Unknown (9%)
- Pre Seed (4%)
- Series D (3%)
- Series E (1%)
Country Focus
- Sweden (23%)
- Germany (17%)
- United Kingdom (17%)
- United States (15%)
- Finland (6%)
- France (6%)
- The Netherlands (6%)
- Denmark (2%)
- Switzerland (1%)
- Ireland (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Saas
- Information Technology
- Fintech
- Financial Services
- Apps
- Manufacturing
- Machine Learning
- Health Care
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