1648 Capital

What they do

Founded in Switzerland in 2013 with an initial focus on private equity, 1648 Capital pioneered an "Embedded Expertise" approach by working intimately within portfolio companies. Today, the firm operates as a hybrid between a boutique investment bank, a corporate advisor, and a direct investment syndicate. They offer "Modular Private Markets" services, meaning they originate, structure, and manage direct private investments for a network of family offices and ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs). The firm is known for its strict credo of "independence and discretion" and has built a strong reputation for bridging European capital with Middle Eastern growth opportunities.

What they look for

1648 Capital looks for "extraordinary people with bold ideas and global ambition." They aim to invest in companies with the potential to disrupt entire industries, focusing heavily on "high-conviction opportunities" driven by macroeconomic shifts, digital transformation, and sustainable impact. They seek out high-impact companies catalyzing transformative change, particularly in hard-to-abate industries (such as energy transition and climate tech), as well as businesses poised to benefit from the rapid economic transformation in the Middle East (e.g., Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030).

Stage

Pre-seed, Seed, Series A, Series B+

Sectors

Climate, SaaS, Fintech

Based

Freienbach, CH