GMO Global FinTech Fund

Overview

GMO Global FinTech Fund is a Japanese venture capital firm established in June 2018, focusing on investing in the global FinTech sector. The fund leverages the extensive network and expertise of the GMO Internet Group, including strategic partners like GMO Financial Holdings, Inc. and Money Forward, Inc., to identify and support innovative FinTech companies worldwide. With an initial capital of approximately 3 billion yen, the fund aims to expand its assets up to 10 billion yen. The fund's investment strategy targets a wide range of FinTech sub-sectors, including mobile payments, digital lending, digital wallets, remittances, insurTech, regTech, blockchain, cryptocurrency, digital banking, and wealthTech. It focuses on companies at various stages of development, from seed to late-stage, and seeks to invest in regions such as Southeast Asia, South Asia, and other emerging markets. The fund's approach combines financial investment with strategic support, leveraging the GMO Internet Group's resources to accelerate the growth of its portfolio companies. GMO Global FinTech Fund has made several notable investments, including in FinAccel Pte Ltd, which operates the 'Kredivo' buy now, pay later service in Indonesia, and Razorpay, Inc., a leading payment gateway provider in India. These investments reflect the fund's commitment to supporting innovative FinTech solutions that address the evolving needs of consumers and businesses in the digital economy.

Investment Focus

• Innovative FinTech solutions
• Scalable business models
• Strong management teams
• Potential for regional or global expansion
• Alignment with GMO Internet Group's strategic interests

Portfolio Companies