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Olympus Capital Holdings Asia

North America, New York, United States, New York

Description

Olympus Capital Asia (OCA) is a well-established private equity firm founded in 1997, primarily focused on middle-market investments across Asia. While maintaining an office in New York, its core investment activities are concentrated in key Asian markets, including China, India, Southeast Asia, and Japan. The firm targets companies within the environmental services, financial services, and business services sectors, seeking to partner with strong management teams to drive growth and operational excellence.

Olympus Capital Asia typically pursues control or significant minority equity investments in established businesses with proven track records and substantial growth potential. Their investment philosophy emphasizes value creation through strategic guidance, operational improvements, and active board participation. The firm is known for its substantial capital commitments, with typical equity checks ranging from approximately $50 million to $200 million per transaction. This allows them to support significant growth initiatives and provide substantial capital for expansion, acquisitions, or balance sheet restructuring.

With over two decades of experience, Olympus Capital Asia has built a robust portfolio, having invested in more than 50 companies across diverse Asian economies. The firm manages significant capital, with Assets Under Management (AUM) exceeding $2.5 billion across multiple funds. Their long-term approach and deep regional expertise enable them to identify and nurture companies that can achieve market leadership and generate strong returns for their investors. Their commitment to sustainable growth is particularly evident in their focus on environmental services, addressing critical needs in the region.

Investor Profile

Olympus Capital Holdings Asia has backed more than 21 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 12 rounds, about 57% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Private Equity, Series C rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in China, United States, India.
  • Strong thematic focus on Logistics, Energy, Electronics.
  • Typical check size: $50M – $200M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (24%)
  • Private Equity (24%)
  • Series C (24%)
  • Series D (10%)
  • Series A (5%)
  • Angel (5%)
  • Series E (5%)
  • Series B (5%)

Country Focus

  • China (33%)
  • United States (24%)
  • India (24%)
  • Thailand (5%)
  • Vietnam (5%)
  • Hong Kong (5%)
  • The Netherlands (5%)

Industry Focus

  • Logistics
  • Energy
  • Electronics
  • Manufacturing
  • B2b
  • Dairy
  • Fast-moving Consumer Goods
  • Software
  • Social Network
  • Government
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Who does Olympus Capital Holdings Asia frequently co-invest with?

Birchmere Ventures
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Pittsburgh
Co-Investments: 2
Trident Capital
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 2
Arka Venture Labs
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 1
Firelake Capital Management
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 2
Medley Partners
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
ITOCHU Corporation
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 2
Bessemer Venture Partners
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Alumni Ventures
North America, New Hampshire, United States, Manchester
Co-Investments: 1
Jeneration Capital
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Central
Co-Investments: 2
DBL Partners
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Olympus Capital Holdings Asia?

Enact

Pleasanton, California, United States

Enact's platform enables customers to simplify their solar purchase, also used by thousands of professionals in 20+ countries

AnalyticsEnergyEnergy StorageReal EstateSoftwareSolar
Series ASep 20, 2022
Amount Raised: $11,500,000
Cashify

Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Cashify is an online marketplace for reselling used electronic gadgets.

ConsumerE-CommerceMarketplace
Series EJun 8, 2022
Amount Raised: $90,317,323
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Utkarsh Small Finance Bank provides a range of banking services.

BankingFinancial Services
Series UnknownMar 22, 2021
Amount Raised: $33,227,067
Cashify

Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Cashify is an online marketplace for reselling used electronic gadgets.

ConsumerE-CommerceMarketplace
Series DMar 4, 2021
Amount Raised: $15,000,000
DST Car

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

DST Car is an energy vehicle rental service platform based in Shenzhen.

Electric VehicleLogisticsRentalTransportation
Series CJan 7, 2020
DST Car

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

DST Car is an energy vehicle rental service platform based in Shenzhen.

Electric VehicleLogisticsRentalTransportation
Series CJan 6, 2020
Thai Credit Retail Bank

Bangkok, Krung Thep, Thailand

Thai Credit Retail Bank Public Company is a Computer Software company located in Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand.

BankingSoftware
Private EquityJul 26, 2019
Amount Raised: $91,000,000
Dong Nai Plastic

Ho Chi Minh City, NA - Vietnam, Vietnam

Dong Nai Plastic Joint Stock Company is a Vietnam-based manufacturer of plastic construction fixtures.

ConstructionManufacturingPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing
Private EquityMar 1, 2019
Amount Raised: $20,000,000
Yuanyu Radio

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

The most powerful broadcast advertising company.

AdvertisingInternet RadioSocial Network
Series UnknownAug 9, 2017
Amount Raised: $90,000,000
NSPIRA Management Services

Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India

NSPIRA focuses mainly on educational institutions

EducationKnowledge ManagementService Industry
Private EquityJan 25, 2016
Amount Raised: $60,000,000