Alantra EQMC Asset Management

Overview

Alantra EQMC Asset Management is a Spanish hedge fund specializing in European equities. The firm focuses on small and mid-cap listed companies across Europe, employing an active ownership strategy to drive value creation. It manages a portfolio of 12 to 15 companies, aiming to achieve net annualized returns of 15% since its inception in January 2010. The fund has approximately €1.3 billion in assets under management. The investment strategy centers on identifying undervalued assets with strong growth potential, particularly those exposed to export-driven euro economies and international demand. Alantra EQMC seeks to unlock value by actively engaging with management teams and shareholders, often taking minority positions in companies. The firm emphasizes a disciplined, thorough, and repeatable investment process, with a focus on long-term value creation. Since its inception, Alantra EQMC has demonstrated a strong track record, outperforming relevant indexes by 170% to 220% and surpassing many hedge funds. The fund's performance has been recognized in various industry rankings, including being named the top global hedge fund in Barron's Penta's 2017 ranking. The firm's investment philosophy combines a solid value discipline with an active ownership approach to drive premium returns for its investors.

Investment Focus

• Focus on small and mid-cap listed companies in Europe
• Active ownership strategy

Portfolio Companies