Abax Investments
Overview
Abax Investments is an independent, owner-operated investment management firm based in Cape Town, South Africa. Established in 2003, the firm specializes in a differentiated range of equity, multi-asset, fixed income, and hedge fund strategies. Abax employs a disciplined, fundamental research approach to investing in companies with strong potential earnings growth over the medium and long term, delivering excellent returns for its clients across various mandates and time periods. The firm's investment strategies include South African equity, fixed income, multi-asset, alternative investments, and a separate global equity strategy. Abax serves both retail and institutional clients, offering a variety of equity, balanced, and hedge fund strategies. The firm is committed to responsible investing, integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into its investment process. Abax is a signatory to the UN-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), demonstrating its commitment to sustainable investment practices. Abax's ownership structure reflects its commitment to shared success, with 75% of the firm owned by employees and three charitable trusts. This structure aligns the firm's interests with those of its clients and partners. The firm is a Level 2 contributor to broad-based black economic empowerment in South Africa, highlighting its dedication to promoting economic transformation and inclusion. Abax's team of experienced professionals collaborates closely to deliver long-term investment excellence, ensuring focused attention on continuously improving every aspect of its operations.
Investment Focus
- Accredited investors only
- Compliance with local regulations
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Abax Investments invest in?
Abax Investments invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Industrials, and is based in Rondebosch, South Africa. Abax Investments is listed as a institutional investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Abax Investments invest at?
Abax Investments backs companies at Growth, Late Stage, Pre-IPO, Buyout, Turnaround and Distressed, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does Abax Investments invest in?
Abax Investments invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Japan and Australia.
Who are the partners at Abax Investments?
Team members listed for Abax Investments include Lebo Thubisi (Deputy Chief Executive Officer) and Richard Bray (Head of Investor Relations).
What companies has Abax Investments invested in?
Abax Investments's portfolio includes Naspers, FirstRand, Imperial Logistics, Sasol, Discovery Limited, MTN Group, Standard Bank and Anglo American.
How do I contact Abax Investments?
Abax Investments's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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