Sofina S.A.

Business Description

Sofina is a Brussels-based investment firm founded in 1898 that backs both private and publicly listed companies across a wide range of industries, including consumer goods, healthcare, education, technology, and financial services. It makes direct investments at various stages of a company's growth, from early startups to mature businesses, typically taking minority stakes and seeking a seat on the board. The firm also invests in third-party private equity and venture capital funds, with a geographic focus on Western Europe, Asia, and the United States. Investment sizes range from ?5 million for fund positions up to ?300 million for larger direct stakes, and holdings are generally kept for ten to twelve years.