Investor Type | Firm |
Type of Fund | Private Equity Fund |
Industries | Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • IT (& TMT) • Education • Businesses Solutions • FinTech (& Financials services) • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Energy • Retail (& E-Commerce) • CleanTech • A.I. (& Big Data) • HealthTech (& Fitness) • Web Security (& Privacy) • Analytics • Cloud Services (& Infrastructure) • Developer tools • Food & Beverage • Logistics (& Distribution) • Real Estate (& Construction) • DeepTech • Life Science • Woman Focused |
Stages | MBO/LBO, Pre-seed, Seed |
Investing | United Kingdom • Israel |
Investment Range | $500,000 - $2,000,000 |
Investment Sweet Spot | $1,500,000 |
Horizon Capital is a London-based private equity firm with a strong presence in emerging Europe, particularly focusing on Ukraine and the near region. Founded in 2000, they are known for backing fast-growing, export-oriented companies that leverage Central and Eastern Europe’s competitive edge to generate global revenues. With over 30 years of operational history, Horizon Capital has become a model of integrity and transparency in the investment community. The firm manages six funds with assets under management of over $1.6 billion, and it has attracted more than $2.4 billion of capital to the region. Their investment strategy predominantly targets the IT sector, prioritizing companies with strong potential for export and expansion. Additionally, Horizon Capital invests in a variety of sectors including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, outsourcing, financial services, media, infrastructure, and more. Their expertise in equity investment extends to transactions such as buyouts, growth capital, and add-ons, with a particular specialty in MBO/LBO, Pre-seed, and Seed investments. With a minimum investment threshold of $500,000, a maximum of $2,000,000, and a sweet spot of about $1,000,000, they support visionary entrepreneurs to become regional and global market leaders. Horizon Capital's commitment to responsible investing is evident through their adherence to United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment and a systematic approach to ESG that includes implementing effective corporate governance mechanisms. Their latest fund, Horizon Capital Growth Fund IV, has reached $350 million in commitments and focuses on nurturing tech and export-oriented companies in Ukraine and Moldova. With a diverse portfolio that includes leading companies in the digital marketing, education, e-commerce, and tech industries, Horizon Capital continues to drive economic growth and innovation in the region.