Abenex
Private Equity Est. 1992
Also known as Abenex beats second small cap fund target with €180m.
- Type
- Private Equity
- HQ
- Paris, France
- Founded
- 1992
- Focus
- Varies by strategy
About
Abenex is a leading B Corp certified private equity firm in Europe, investing in sustainable growth for small and mid-cap companies.
Strategies
Buyout
Investment Focus
Sources
Profile sources
- abenex.com — Financial Services, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Industrials & Manufacturing
Investment Criteria
Investment Stages
Stages
Growth
Investment Geographies
Primary Markets
France
Coverage
Country-focused Regions
Europe
Coverage is a guide only.
Location
Office Presence
1 country
France
1 known office
Paris, France (HQ)
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