LGT group

LGT Group, the private banking and asset management group of the princely House of Liechtenstein, is a significant player in global finance. While the broader group offers a wide array of financial services, its venture capital and private equity activities are primarily channeled through LGT Capital Partners. This specialized alternative investment manager is one of the largest of its kind globally, managing a substantial portfolio that includes private equity, private debt, infrastructure, and real estate. As of June 30, 2023, LGT Capital Partners managed over USD 90 billion in alternative investments, underscoring its considerable financial capacity and reach within the private markets.

Within LGT Capital Partners, LGT Lightstone serves as the dedicated direct investment platform for growth equity and venture capital. This arm focuses on identifying and backing technology-enabled businesses with proven business models and significant growth potential across various global markets. LGT Lightstone's strategy involves making direct investments, often participating in or leading growth-stage funding rounds for innovative companies. Their investment approach is characterized by a long-term perspective, aiming to support portfolio companies through their scaling phases.

LGT Lightstone's typical investment strategy for direct growth equity involves substantial capital commitments. The firm generally targets initial investments ranging from $10 million to $50 million per company. These investments are typically deployed in Series B to pre-IPO rounds, reflecting their focus on mature startups that have achieved product-market fit and are poised for rapid expansion. While LGT Capital Partners also allocates capital to a vast network of underlying funds, LGT Lightstone's direct investment mandate positions it as a key partner for high-growth technology companies seeking significant capital to accelerate their development and market penetration.