Kinnevik AB

Private Equity Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden ·Founded 1936

Overview

Kinnevik AB is a Swedish investment company established in 1936, specializing in long-term investments in digital consumer businesses. The company primarily invests in sectors such as healthcare, software, marketplaces, and climate tech, aiming to redefine industries and create new categories. Kinnevik's portfolio includes significant holdings in companies like Tele2, VillageMD, Pleo, and Cityblock, reflecting its commitment to supporting innovative and growth-oriented businesses. As an active owner, Kinnevik provides capital and operational support to its portfolio companies, partnering with founders and management teams to build sustainable and transformative businesses. The company operates across Europe and the United States, focusing on markets with growth potential. Kinnevik's investment approach emphasizes patient capital and a long-term perspective, aiming to deliver both shareholder and social value. With a history spanning over eight decades, Kinnevik has a proven track record of backing companies that challenge established norms and address pressing consumer needs. The company's entrepreneurial spirit and strategic investments have contributed to the success of numerous businesses, making it a prominent player in the investment landscape. Kinnevik's shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm under the ticker codes KINV A and KINV B, reflecting its status as a leading growth investor in the region.

Investment Focus

  • Digital consumer businesses
  • Focus on healthcare, software, marketplaces, and climate tech sectors
  • Companies at various stages of development
  • Sustainable business models
  • Diverse teams
  • Potential for significant returns
  • Innovative business models
  • Scalable operations
  • Strong management teams
  • Sustainable growth potential
  • Alignment with Kinnevik's focus sectors

Portfolio Companies

TravelPerkLivongoSpring HealthZalandoMewsKarmaGlobal Fashion GroupCityblockPleoAvitoMoneseRocket InternetCedarMillicomTele2VillageMDKolonial.noBudBeeDeposit SolutionsBillerudKorsnäsSandvikens JärnverkBredbandsbolagetTelenor Sweden

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Frequently asked questions about Kinnevik AB

What sectors does Kinnevik AB invest in?

Kinnevik AB invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden. Kinnevik AB is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Kinnevik AB invest at?

Kinnevik AB backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Growth, Late Stage and Pre-IPO, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.

Which regions does Kinnevik AB invest in?

Kinnevik AB invests across United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Australia and China.

What companies has Kinnevik AB invested in?

Kinnevik AB's portfolio includes TravelPerk, Livongo, Spring Health, Zalando, Mews, Karma, Global Fashion Group and Cityblock.

How do I contact Kinnevik AB?

Kinnevik AB's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.

Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database