
Rancilio Cube Sicaf
Description
Rancilio Cube Sicaf is an Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) managed by Rancilio Cube S.r.l., which functions as the investment arm of an Italian family office. With a strategic focus that spans venture capital, growth equity, and impact investments, the firm targets high-potential companies both within Italy and internationally. Their investment philosophy is rooted in identifying innovative businesses across various stages, from early-stage startups requiring initial capital to more mature companies seeking growth funding. This broad mandate allows them to be flexible in their approach, supporting enterprises that demonstrate strong scalability and a clear path to market leadership.
The fund primarily engages in equity and quasi-equity investments, aiming to provide significant capital to accelerate portfolio companies' development. Rancilio Cube Sicaf typically deploys investment tickets ranging from €1 million to €5 million. This translates to approximately $1.08 million to $5.4 million in U.S. dollars, based on recent exchange rates. Their portfolio reflects a diverse set of sectors, including Digital, Deep Tech, Fintech, Health & Life Science, Food & Beverage, and Sustainable Energy. This sector-agnostic yet strategically focused approach enables them to capitalize on emerging trends and disruptive technologies across different industries.
Notable investments underscore their commitment to innovative Italian companies. For instance, Rancilio Cube Sicaf invested €2 million in Hacking Finance, a fintech startup, demonstrating their interest in the financial technology space. They have also supported companies like WeAreStarting and Biorama, showcasing their engagement with diverse business models. Beyond financial returns, the family office emphasizes impact, seeking to back companies that contribute positively to society and the environment, aligning with their broader commitment to sustainable development.
Overall, Rancilio Cube Sicaf positions itself as a versatile and strategic investor, leveraging the long-term perspective of a family office combined with the agility of a venture and growth fund. Their capacity to deploy substantial capital, coupled with a keen eye for both financial performance and societal impact, makes them a significant player in the European investment landscape, particularly for companies seeking capital in the mid-seven-figure range.
Investor Profile
Rancilio Cube Sicaf has backed more than 60 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 17 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Italy, United States, Germany.
- Strong thematic focus on E-Commerce, Software, Financial Services.
- Typical check size: $1.1M – $5.4M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (27%)
- Series A (23%)
- Series B (10%)
- Series F (8%)
- Series D (7%)
- Series C (5%)
- Series E (5%)
- Series Unknown (5%)
- Private Equity (3%)
- Angel (2%)
Country Focus
- Italy (38%)
- United States (35%)
- Germany (7%)
- United Kingdom (5%)
- Switzerland (5%)
- The Netherlands (3%)
- Kenya (2%)
- Spain (2%)
- Hong Kong (2%)
- Finland (2%)
Industry Focus
- E-commerce
- Software
- Financial Services
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Fintech
- Health Care
- Marketplace
- Internet
- Travel
- Apps
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