Investor Type | Firm |
Industries | IT (& TMT) • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Retail (& E-Commerce) |
Investing | Germany |
Emdequity is an independent investment company based in Munich, Germany, that positions itself as a reliable growth partner for sustainable business success. They focus on investing in sustainable, unconventional ways, always considering the individual companies and their employees for long-term growth and healthy development. Emdequity offers not only financial support but also operational expertise. By leveraging their network and know-how, they develop innovative growth strategies, drive digitalization and modernization forward, and design succession solutions. As a dynamic and reliable partner, they work pragmatically and flexibly to set up businesses for long-term future security. They primarily invest in companies that operate in industries with sustainable long-term development prospects, especially in retail, manufacturing, hardware, IT, and TMT sectors. Emdequity's investment activities to date have included trade, production, real estate, and services. Geographically, their focus is on companies in Europe, especially in German-speaking countries, from which they prefer medium-sized companies for their investments. Their investment approach is to support proven business models in markets with growth perspectives and to develop identified potential together for long-term business success, rather than seeking quick wins. Regarding the types of transactions, Emdequity is flexible, interested in various situations including succession, MBO/MBI, growth capital, spin-offs/carve-outs, buy and build, public-to-private, or secondaries. They mainly target majority stakes but are open to minority investments in the right constellation. The firm's core values emphasize working at eye level, being flexible and pragmatic, and being committed to ensuring companies are set up for long-term success.