
Zinal Growth
Description
Zinal Growth is a London-based investment firm established in 2021, specializing in late-stage investments within the high-growth technology sector. The firm primarily focuses on European companies that have demonstrated significant traction and often command multi-billion dollar valuations. Unlike traditional venture capital firms that primarily participate in primary funding rounds, Zinal Growth is notably active in secondary transactions, acquiring shares from existing shareholders such as founders, employees, or early investors. This strategic approach allows them to gain exposure to established, high-performing private companies without necessarily leading or participating in new capital raises.
Their investment thesis centers on identifying and backing market leaders across diverse technology verticals. Zinal Growth's portfolio showcases a strong inclination towards disruptive companies in areas such as fintech, artificial intelligence, health tech, and edtech. Prominent examples of their investments include leading European unicorns like Monzo, Revolut, ZOE, Multiverse, and Wayve, among others. These companies represent some of the most successful and rapidly scaling businesses in the European tech ecosystem, reflecting Zinal Growth's commitment to backing proven innovators.
As of early 2024, Zinal Growth has reportedly made over a dozen investments, with public databases like Crunchbase listing approximately 15 portfolio companies. Their involvement in these high-profile ventures underscores their role as a significant, albeit often quiet, player in the European late-stage private equity landscape. While specific check sizes are not publicly disclosed, their investment in companies that have raised hundreds of millions or even billions in capital suggests substantial capital deployment in each transaction, aligning with the scale of late-stage secondary market deals.
Investor Profile
Zinal Growth has backed more than 25 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 16% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom, Ireland.
- Strong thematic focus on FinTech, Payments, Financial Services.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
Stage Focus
- Seed (40%)
- Series A (24%)
- Series B (12%)
- Pre Seed (12%)
- Convertible Note (8%)
- Series Unknown (4%)
Country Focus
- United States (28%)
- United Kingdom (24%)
- Ireland (8%)
- United Arab Emirates (8%)
- Argentina (4%)
- France (4%)
- Pakistan (4%)
- India (4%)
- South Africa (4%)
- Germany (4%)
Industry Focus
- Fintech
- Payments
- Financial Services
- E-commerce
- Mobile Apps
- Software
- Marketplace
- Information Technology
- Blockchain
- Internet
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