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Lightrock

Europe, England, United Kingdom, London

Description

Lightrock stands as a prominent global growth capital platform, dedicated to empowering purpose-driven entrepreneurs who are actively tackling some of the world's most pressing challenges. As part of the LGT Group, a leading international private banking and asset management group owned by the Princely House of Liechtenstein, Lightrock leverages a robust institutional backing to support its mission. The firm is committed to investing in companies that not only promise strong financial returns but also deliver significant positive societal and environmental impact across various critical sectors.

Lightrock's investment strategy primarily targets growth-stage companies, typically engaging in Series B rounds and beyond. Their thematic focus spans vital areas such as climate change, health and well-being, education, sustainable food systems, and the future of work. The firm maintains a truly global footprint, with investment teams operating across key regions including Europe, Latin America, India, and Africa, allowing them to identify and nurture innovative businesses worldwide that align with their impact-driven mandate.

Demonstrating its substantial capacity and commitment, Lightrock typically deploys first cheques ranging from $20 million to $100 million into its portfolio companies. The firm manages over $3 billion in assets, underscoring its significant financial resources available for investment. With a portfolio comprising over 90 investments globally, Lightrock has established itself as a key player in the impact investing landscape, consistently backing ventures poised for scalable growth and profound positive change.

Investor Profile

Lightrock has backed more than 111 startups, with 11 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 57 rounds, about 51% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series C, Series B, Series E rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in India, Brazil, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Financial Services, FinTech, AgTech.
  • Led 3 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $20M – $100M.

Stage Focus

  • Series C (26%)
  • Series B (20%)
  • Series E (15%)
  • Series D (13%)
  • Series Unknown (11%)
  • Series F (4%)
  • Private Equity (4%)
  • Series A (3%)
  • Post Ipo Equity (2%)
  • Seed (2%)

Country Focus

  • India (41%)
  • Brazil (14%)
  • United States (12%)
  • Germany (11%)
  • United Kingdom (5%)
  • Kenya (4%)
  • Italy (3%)
  • Mexico (3%)
  • Nigeria (2%)
  • The Netherlands (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Financial Services
  • Fintech
  • Agtech
  • Finance
  • Information Technology
  • Transportation
  • Agriculture
  • Energy
  • Banking
  • Farming
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Lightrock frequently co-invest with?

Quona Capital
North America, District of Columbia, United States, Washington
Co-Investments: 6
LGT group
Europe, Vaduz, Liechtenstein, Vaduz
Co-Investments: 8
Tencent
Asia, Guangdong, China, Shenzhen
Co-Investments: 6
Lightbox
Asia, Maharashtra, India, Mumbai
Co-Investments: 7
Temasek Holdings
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 5
Atomico
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 6
Peak XV Partners
Asia, Karnataka, India, Bengaluru
Co-Investments: 9
Eurazeo
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 5
QED Investors
North America, Virginia, United States, Alexandria
Co-Investments: 5
Kaszek
South America, NA - Uruguay, Uruguay, Montevideo
Co-Investments: 5

Which angels does Lightrock often collaborate with?

KR
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Weßling
Shared Deals: 1
Amrish Rau
Asia, Singapore
Shared Deals: 1
Wes Schwalje
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Shared Deals: 1
BG
North America, Washington, United States, Seattle
Shared Deals: 2
David Vélez
South America, Sao Paulo, Brazil, São Paulo
Shared Deals: 1
Kunal Shah
Asia, Karnataka, India, Bengaluru
Shared Deals: 1
Barry Engle
South America, Sao Paulo, Brazil, São Paulo
Shared Deals: 1
OP
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
David Wallerstein
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
NZ
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Lightrock?

Ultromics

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Ultromics develops AI-driven cardiology solutions to assist in cardiovascular disease diagnosis through echocardiography.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Health CareHealth DiagnosticsMedicalSoftware
Series CJul 31, 2025
Amount Raised: $55,000,000
Makersite

Stuttgart, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Makersite is a cloud-based product data management tool that helps companies manage product sustainability, cost, and compliance.

Data ManagementMachine LearningProduct ManagementProductivity ToolsSupply Chain Management
Series BJul 22, 2025
Amount Raised: $70,128,522
Aerones

San Jose, California, United States

Aerones is an innovative company that develops robotic technology for wind turbine blade maintenance services.

Drone ManagementDronesManufacturingRobotics
Series BJun 2, 2025
Amount Raised: $62,000,000
Mainspring Energy

Menlo Park, California, United States

Mainspring Energy provides power generation technology using linear generators for clean energy.

Clean EnergyEnergyOil and Gas
Series FApr 14, 2025
Amount Raised: $258,000,000
AMBOSS

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

AMBOSS is a digital medical knowledge platform providing clinical content for decision-making.

E-LearningEdTechEducationHealth CareMedicalmHealthUniversities
Series UnknownMar 25, 2025
Amount Raised: $259,154,358
Azos

São Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Azos is an insurtech that offers best in class insurance products in Brazilian market.

Financial ServicesInsuranceInsurTech
Series BFeb 19, 2025
Amount Raised: $30,500,000
Augury

New York, New York, United States

Augury develops AI-driven solutions for monitoring machine health and process efficiency in industrial operations.

AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Industrial AutomationMachine Learning
Series FFeb 19, 2025
Amount Raised: $75,000,000
SolarSquare Energy

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

SolarSquare Energy is a residential solar company that designs and installs solar rooftop panels for homes and commercial establishments.

EnergyRenewable EnergyResidentialSolar
Series BDec 11, 2024
Amount Raised: $40,000,000
Eupheus Learning

Delhi, Delhi, India

Eupheus Learning India's Largest School Focused Distribution Platform Offering Curricular, Supplemental and Technology Solutions to K-12.

E-LearningEdTechEducation
Series UnknownDec 9, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
Satispay

Milan, Lombardia, Italy

Satispay is a fintech company that provides a bank account enabled mobile payment platform.

BankingFinancial ServicesFinTechMobile PaymentsPayments
Series UnknownNov 11, 2024
Amount Raised: $63,978,913