Ekuity Holding aims at pursuing a medium risk policy in creating its direct investment portfolio, in addition to seeking stable returns on the portfolio in the long-term. In this regard, Ekuity Holding aims at diversifying its investments portfolio through making brownfield and greenfield investments as well as investing in companies in their growth stage with the opportunity to expand their activities by capitalizing on the available opportunities in the Egyptian market and exploiting the improving economic conditions and the expected economic growth in the upcoming period.
Ekuity Holding seeks partnerships with strategic investors and management teams with extensive experience who are able to deliver on the business plan.
Ekuity Holding is on the continuous lookout for quality investment opportunities in the Egyptian market through dealing with top tier investment banks and advisory firms. Moreover, Ekuity holding sources and originates its proprietary deals through direct contact with industry experts and entrepreneurs in targeted sectors.
Ekuity Holding is sector agnostic in seeking investment opportunities however, excluding Oil & Gas investments and companies whose activities involve alcohol, tobacco and gambling.
In pursuing its medium-risk policy, Ekuity Holding has a special focus on investing in defensive sectors with an emphasis on food & beverages, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, and real estate sectors.
INVESTMENT CRITERIA
Geographic Scope
Egypt
Target Sectors
Sector-agnostic with specific focus on defensive sectors and excluding oil and gas
Excluded Activities
Alcohol, tobacco, and gambling
Types of Investments
Greenfield
Growth capital
Pre-IPO
Secondary acquisitions
Investment Size
Ticket size (min-max): USD 10-25 million
Target Stake
Significant minority: 26% - 45%
Investment Characteristics
Strong management team with long
term commitment, and able to deliver on the business plan
Management should preferably hold a stake in the company
Strong business model with core competencies, and sustainable competitive advantages
Growth potential - Profitable with consistent margins
