EMV Capital

What is EMV Capital?

EMV Capital is a venture capital investment group based in London, United Kingdom that focuses on deep technology and life sciences sectors. The firm is dedicated to leading the next wave of venture capital investment by generating superior returns for investors from the fast-growing sectors and technologies set to define the future.

EMV Capital specifically targets B2B companies involved in industrial high-tech, clean energy, resource efficiency, circular economy, smart cities and transportation, healthcare, robotics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, materials science, internet of things, advanced engineering, and power electronics.

Their investment thesis revolves around a capital-efficient investment strategy, utilizing a mix of funding sources such as syndicated investments, selective balance sheet investments, and funds from their Funds practice to increase direct and indirect stakes in portfolio companies, thus creating capital gain opportunities upon exits.

EMV Capital's proactive management style includes taking board positions, closely working with management, and maintaining solid relationships with co-investors to assess and align strategies and objectives.

By focusing on a select cohort of companies, EMV Capital aims to drive growth through fundraising support and value creation services provided by their in-house operational team and network of venture partners and expert service providers.

Services cover various functions like investment readiness, exit readiness, IP strategy, corporate collaborations, financial operations, and senior executive placements. Their financial model relies on a blend of operational fee income and modest divestments to finance operations, targeting outsized investment returns through strategic exits via M&A, IPOs, or sales to PE and other financial investors.

EMV Capital differentiates itself with its flexibility to support portfolio companies from early stages to successful exits, its approach to value creation, and its commitment to invest in technologies with high growth and impact potential.