
Recharge Capital
Description
Recharge Capital is a New York-based private equity firm with a distinctive investment focus on companies shaping the future of the "gender-inclusive economy" and the "digital economy." Established with a mission to deploy both capital and operational expertise, the firm seeks to identify and scale businesses that address the evolving needs of these two interconnected sectors. Their strategic approach is not limited to specific stages, as they aim to invest across the capital stack, indicating flexibility in their engagement from growth equity to later-stage funding.
The firm's investment philosophy emphasizes active partnership, providing not just financial backing but also strategic guidance and operational resources to its portfolio companies. This hands-on approach is designed to accelerate growth and maximize impact within their targeted markets. Recharge Capital's portfolio reflects this dual focus, featuring companies that empower women economically and technologically, alongside those driving innovation in the broader digital landscape.
Recharge Capital has demonstrated significant financial capacity, having raised substantial capital for its investment vehicles. For instance, the firm launched its initial fund, Recharge Capital Fund I, with a reported size of $100 million. Building on this success, they are reportedly targeting a larger Recharge Capital Fund II with a target of $200 million, signaling continued expansion of their investment capacity. The firm typically deploys first cheques ranging from $5 million to $25 million per company, aligning with their strategy of providing meaningful capital to support growth and expansion initiatives.
This targeted investment strategy positions Recharge Capital as a specialized player in the venture and growth equity landscape, appealing to founders whose missions align with fostering economic inclusivity and digital transformation. Their commitment to providing both capital and operational support makes them a strategic partner for companies looking to scale within these impactful and rapidly evolving market segments.
Investor Profile
Recharge Capital has backed more than 57 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 6 rounds, about 11% of its total and boasts 9 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Argentina, China.
- Strong thematic focus on FinTech, Financial Services, Health Care.
- Typical check size: $5M – $25M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (39%)
- Series A (33%)
- Series B (14%)
- Pre Seed (9%)
- Series D (2%)
- Convertible Note (2%)
- Series Unknown (2%)
Country Focus
- United States (63%)
- Argentina (7%)
- China (7%)
- Germany (4%)
- Pakistan (4%)
- United Kingdom (4%)
- Brazil (4%)
- Philippines (2%)
- Hong Kong (2%)
- Singapore (2%)
Industry Focus
- Fintech
- Financial Services
- Health Care
- Banking
- Credit Cards
- Wellness
- Biotechnology
- Marketplace
- Apps
- Mobile Apps
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