Metric Capital Partners

Metric Capital Partners is a prominent pan-European private capital manager based in London, specializing in providing flexible capital solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Unlike traditional venture capital firms, Metric focuses on established businesses, offering bespoke financing structures that include debt, preferred equity, and structured equity. Their investment approach is designed to support companies through various stages, such as growth initiatives, acquisitions, recapitalizations, and special situations, often targeting businesses with an EBITDA generally ranging from €5 million to €50 million.

The firm has demonstrated a strong fundraising track record, successfully closing multiple funds. For instance, their fourth fund, Metric Capital Partners IV, closed in 2022, securing commitments of approximately €1.4 billion. This follows the success of their third fund, which closed at €1.1 billion in 2018. These substantial capital pools enable Metric to deploy significant resources into their target companies. Their philosophy emphasizes partnership with management teams, providing not just capital but also strategic support to drive value creation and operational improvements.

Metric Capital Partners typically deploys capital ranging from €20 million to €200 million per transaction. This broad range allows them to cater to a diverse set of financing needs across various sectors and company sizes within the SME segment. Their focus on the "gap" between traditional bank lending and private equity buyouts positions them as a crucial provider of capital for companies seeking non-dilutive or less dilutive financing alternatives. They are active across a wide variety of industries, reflecting a diversified portfolio strategy aimed at mitigating sector-specific risks while capitalizing on growth opportunities across Europe.