Chequers Capital

What is Chequers Capital?

Chequers Capital is a private equity firm with a legacy stretching back to 1972, making it one of the historic leaders of private equity in Europe. With headquarters in Munich, Germany, and additional offices in Paris, France, and Milan, Italy, the firm stands out for its extensive experience in the industry.

Chequers Capital specializes in mid-cap buyouts across Europe, targeting business-to-business (B2B) companies in a wide range of sectors. These sectors include Software (e.g., Web Marketplace, SaaS), IT & TMT, Media, Business Solutions, Hardware & Manufacturing, Energy, HealthTech & Fitness, and Logistics & Distribution.

Their expertise lies in Equity investments, with a particular focus on Expansion, MBO/LBO, Turnaround, Restructuring, Consolidation, and Corporate Divestiture including Spinouts. With a flexible approach to capital structure, they are open to both majority and minority investments and are known for their long-term investment perspective.

Chequers Capital is currently investing out of their 18th vehicle, reflecting their deep-rooted history and commitment to the private equity scene. The fund has a minimum investment threshold of €40 million and a maximum of €150 million, overseeing assets under management worth €2 billion.

They take pride in being a strategic partner, offering continuous support to entrepreneurs and managers, and leveraging their full ecosystem of executive experts to share in value creation. The team comprises 25 investment professionals, showcasing a diversity of nationalities and skillsets, and operates with an integrated one-team approach that ensures a strong local presence across mainland Europe.