
Maor Investments
Description
Maor Investments is a Luxembourg-based venture capital firm that strategically focuses on the burgeoning Israeli deep-tech ecosystem. Established with a clear mandate to bridge European capital with Israeli innovation, the firm targets growth-stage companies poised for significant global expansion. Maor's investment thesis centers on disruptive technologies across various deep-tech sectors, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, enterprise software, and advanced materials, among others. Their presence in Luxembourg provides a unique gateway for European investors seeking exposure to Israel's vibrant tech scene, while offering Israeli startups access to a broader international network and capital.
The firm has successfully raised two significant funds to date. Their inaugural fund, Maor I, closed at €50 million in 2019, laying the groundwork for their specialized investment approach. Building on this success, Maor Investments announced the final close of its second fund, Maor II, at an impressive €100 million in 2023. This substantial capital pool underscores the firm's growing influence and commitment to its niche, enabling them to support a larger number of promising Israeli companies through critical growth phases.
Maor Investments typically participates in Series A and Series B funding rounds, although they are also open to Series C investments for companies demonstrating strong traction. Their initial investment checks generally range from $3 million to $10 million, providing crucial capital for companies to scale their operations, expand market reach, and accelerate product development. Furthermore, Maor maintains the capacity to provide significant follow-on investments, committing up to $15 million per company across subsequent rounds, which demonstrates their long-term commitment to their portfolio companies' success and growth trajectory.
This strategic approach allows Maor Investments to act as a long-term partner, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and access to their extensive network in both Europe and Israel. By concentrating on deep-tech and growth-stage companies, Maor aims to back ventures that can achieve substantial market impact and generate significant returns for its limited partners.
Investor Profile
Maor Investments has backed more than 27 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 7% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series B, Series C, Series D rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Israel, United States, The Netherlands.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Enterprise Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Typical check size: $3M – $10M.
Stage Focus
- Series B (37%)
- Series C (22%)
- Series D (15%)
- Series E (7%)
- Series F (4%)
- Series A (4%)
- Series G (4%)
- Series I (4%)
- Series Unknown (4%)
Country Focus
- Israel (56%)
- United States (26%)
- The Netherlands (11%)
- United Kingdom (7%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Enterprise Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Machine Learning
- Cyber Security
- Network Security
- Information Technology
- Saas
- Analytics
- Identity Management
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