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EXOR N.V.

Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam

Description

EXOR N.V. is a prominent diversified holding company, controlled by the Agnelli family, known for its long-term, patient capital investment approach across a broad spectrum of global industries. Headquartered in Amsterdam, the firm primarily focuses on acquiring and developing significant stakes in established, high-quality companies with strong fundamentals and growth potential. This strategy is exemplified by its substantial portfolio, which includes controlling or influential positions in industrial giants like Stellantis, Ferrari, CNH Industrial, and Iveco, alongside media interests such as The Economist Group. As of December 31, 2023, EXOR reported a Net Asset Value (NAV) of €36.2 billion, underscoring its immense financial capacity and strategic influence in the global investment landscape.

Beyond its core strategy of investing in mature, large-cap enterprises, EXOR also actively engages in strategic investments that align with its long-term vision. A notable recent example is its acquisition of a 15% stake in Philips in August 2023, valued at approximately €2.6 billion, demonstrating its willingness to deploy significant capital into leading companies in evolving sectors. EXOR's investment philosophy emphasizes partnership with management teams, fostering sustainable growth, and leveraging its extensive network and industrial expertise to create value over decades rather than short-term cycles.

To complement its strategic holdings, EXOR N.V. operates EXOR Ventures, its dedicated early-stage investment arm. EXOR Ventures focuses on backing promising startups from the seed to Series A stages, primarily in sectors that align with EXOR's broader interests or represent future growth areas. This venture arm typically provides initial checks ranging from €250,000 to €2,000,000. Converted to USD, this translates to approximately $270,000 to $2,160,000 based on recent exchange rates. EXOR Ventures leverages the parent company's vast resources, industry insights, and global reach to provide more than just capital, offering strategic guidance and access to a powerful ecosystem for its portfolio companies. This dual approach allows EXOR to participate in both the established economy and the disruptive innovation landscape.

Investor Profile

EXOR N.V. has backed more than 23 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 9 rounds, about 39% of its total and boasts 4 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series D, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, India, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Mobile Apps, Service Industry, Logistics.
  • Led 2 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $270K – $2.2M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (26%)
  • Series D (17%)
  • Series A (9%)
  • Seed (9%)
  • Series B (9%)
  • Private Equity (9%)
  • Post Ipo Equity (9%)
  • Series E (4%)
  • Series C (4%)
  • Series G (4%)

Country Focus

  • United States (26%)
  • India (22%)
  • United Kingdom (13%)
  • Italy (13%)
  • France (9%)
  • The Netherlands (9%)
  • Denmark (4%)
  • Sweden (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Mobile Apps
  • Service Industry
  • Logistics
  • Biotechnology
  • Real Time
  • Ride Sharing
  • Transportation
  • Automotive
  • Clean Energy
  • Electric Vehicle
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Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does EXOR N.V. frequently co-invest with?

Planven Entrepreneur Ventures
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Co-Investments: 2
Abu Dhabi Growth Fund
Asia, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi
Co-Investments: 2
Newpath Management
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 2
RiverPark Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
ION Crossover Partners
Asia, Tel Aviv, Israel, Herzliya
Co-Investments: 2
Pitango VC
Asia, Tel Aviv, Israel, Herzliya
Co-Investments: 2
83North
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Janus Henderson Investors
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Invus
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
ARCH Venture Partners
North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does EXOR N.V. often collaborate with?

CS
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Shared Deals: 1
Daniel Ek
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
BB
North America, Utah, United States
Shared Deals: 1
GC
Europe, Piemonte, Italy, Turin
Shared Deals: 2
AM
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Shared Deals: 1
NR
Europe, Monaco, Monaco
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by EXOR N.V.?

Philips

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Philips is a technology company that operates in various fields, including healthcare, consumer electronics, lighting, and home appliances.

B2BConsumer ElectronicsElectronicsLightingWellness
Post Ipo EquityMar 19, 2025
Ultraviolette Automotive

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Ultraviolette Automotive is a developer of electric two-wheeler vehicles offering clean energy and sustainable transportation to customers.

AutomotiveClean EnergyElectric VehicleSustainability
Series UnknownDec 5, 2024
Amount Raised: $15,351,179
Lupa Pets

London, England, United Kingdom

SaaS for pet service providers and B2C mobile app platform

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Generative AIPetSoftwareVeterinary
SeedNov 30, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,000,000
Bee

San Francisco, California, United States

Bee is an AI developer of a life administration wearable assistant.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Generative AIMobile Apps
SeedJul 29, 2024
Amount Raised: $5,500,000
Casavo

Milan, Lombardia, Italy

Casavo is a digital residential platform that is redesigning the experience of selling and buying homes in Europe.

FinanceProperty DevelopmentProperty ManagementReal Estate
Series DMar 1, 2024
Amount Raised: $21,690,798
Philips

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Philips is a technology company that operates in various fields, including healthcare, consumer electronics, lighting, and home appliances.

B2BConsumer ElectronicsElectronicsLightingWellness
Post Ipo EquityAug 14, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,836,031,563
Orbital Therapeutics

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Orbital Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that develops RNA-based medicines to treat disease in humans.

Alternative MedicineBiotechnologyLife ScienceTherapeutics
Series AApr 26, 2023
Amount Raised: $270,000,000
Via

New York, New York, United States

Via is a transport company that offers public mobility solutions for transit agencies, school districts, cities, and corporations.

LogisticsMobile AppsReal TimeRide SharingTransportation
Series UnknownFeb 13, 2023
Amount Raised: $110,000,000
myTVS

Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India

myTVS offers one stop car services.

ConsumerService Industry
Series CDec 15, 2022
Amount Raised: $83,274,956
Ultraviolette Automotive

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Ultraviolette Automotive is a developer of electric two-wheeler vehicles offering clean energy and sustainable transportation to customers.

AutomotiveClean EnergyElectric VehicleSustainability
Series DNov 22, 2022
Amount Raised: $24,000,000