Direct Capital NZ
Private Equity Est. 1994
USD 800M
Estimated FUM
- Type
- Private Equity
- HQ
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Founded
- 1994
- Focus
- Generalist
About
Direct Capital is New Zealand's largest private equity fund and one of its oldest, having raised five funds since commencing in 1994. Direct Capital is interested in mid-market investment opportunities in Australia and New Zealand, with proceeds usually used for growth (onshore or offshore), acquisitions, or for succession planning strategies. We make both minority and majority investments. We bring both capital and expertise, and work alongside existing owners to grow business value. We are especially adept at expansion into Australia, and helping with board appointments and governance.
Investment Focus
Investment size
USD 20M - USD 70M
Reported investment size. Actual commitments may vary by stage, ownership and follow-on participation.
Focus Areas
Stages
Growth PE/Buyout
Focus
Generalist
Investment Geographies
Primary Markets
New Zealand
Coverage
Country-focused Regions
Oceania
Coverage is a guide only.
Location
Headquarters
Auckland, New Zealand
Office Presence
1 country
New Zealand
1 known office
Auckland, New Zealand (HQ)
Fundraising
Latest fundraise
Latest tracked fund close or raise.
NZD 325M
2019
Direct Capital Fund V
2019
NZD 325M
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