Danish Microfinance Partners

What they do

Maj Invest Financial Inclusion is a specialized business unit within the larger Maj Invest group, a prominent Danish asset manager. Established with "Danish Microfinance Partners" in 2010, the team has become a top-tier global impact investor. They focus exclusively on financial inclusion, investing in banks, NBFCs, and fintechs that serve the underserved working poor and micro-entrepreneurs in emerging markets. They are a commercial private equity investor seeking market-rate returns alongside social impact, known for their transparency, active board involvement, and hands-on value creation.

What they look for

Their thesis is to invest in "healthy and differentiated financial service enterprises" that provide access to finance for the underserved. They believe that financial inclusion drives economic growth and that commercial viability is the best way to ensure long-term impact. They back established institutions ready to scale, focusing on digital transformation and taking significant minority stakes with board seats.

Stage

Series B+

Sectors

Fintech, Food and agriculture

Based

Copenhagen, DK