
Signals Venture Capital
Description
Signals Venture Capital is a prominent early-stage venture capital firm based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in enterprise and B2B software companies. The firm primarily targets Seed and Series A funding rounds, seeking to back innovative startups that are transforming industries through technology. A distinctive aspect of Signals VC is its backing by Signal Iduna, one of Germany's largest financial services groups. This strategic partnership provides portfolio companies with unique access to a vast corporate network, deep industry expertise, and potential pilot opportunities, positioning Signals VC as a "smart money" investor beyond just capital provision.
The firm has demonstrated a strong commitment to the European tech ecosystem through its successive fundraises. Signals VC launched its inaugural fund, Fund I, in 2017 with a total capital commitment of €100 million. Building on its initial success and growing portfolio, the firm successfully closed its second fund, Fund II, in 2022, raising an additional €150 million. This brings Signals Venture Capital's total assets under management to an impressive €250 million, solidifying its position as a significant player in the early-stage B2B venture landscape.
Signals Venture Capital typically deploys initial checks ranging from €1 million to €10 million, aligning with its focus on Seed and Series A stages. Their investment thesis centers on identifying scalable software solutions that address critical business needs across various sectors, including FinTech, InsurTech, HealthTech, and enterprise SaaS. Beyond financial investment, Signals VC emphasizes active portfolio support, leveraging its operational experience and the extensive resources of Signal Iduna to help founders with market access, strategic guidance, and talent acquisition, fostering long-term growth and success for its portfolio companies.
Investor Profile
Signals Venture Capital has backed more than 35 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 15 rounds, about 43% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Germany, United States, United Kingdom.
- Strong thematic focus on SaaS, Software, Information Technology.
- Typical check size: $1.1M – $10.8M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (34%)
- Seed (31%)
- Series B (9%)
- Series C (9%)
- Series D (6%)
- Pre Seed (6%)
- Series Unknown (6%)
Country Focus
- Germany (71%)
- United States (11%)
- United Kingdom (6%)
- Israel (3%)
- Denmark (3%)
- France (3%)
- Norway (3%)
Industry Focus
- Saas
- Software
- Information Technology
- B2b
- Electronics
- Mobile Devices
- Rental
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Corporate Training
- Personal Development
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