Lightrock

What they do

Lightrock is a global private equity platform that evolved from LGT Group, establishing itself as an independent entity in 2021 to focus on impact investing. The firm operates from its headquarters in London and several other global offices, managing over €5.5 billion in assets. Lightrock backs purpose-driven, growth-stage companies that leverage technology to address major global challenges. Its investment strategy is centered around three core themes: People (healthcare, education, financial access), Planet (energy transition, sustainable food, decarbonization), and Productivity/Tech for Good (analytics, digital infrastructure). The firm typically makes initial investments ranging from €10 million to €40 million and has a significant portfolio of over 90 companies across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa. Lightrock is backed by the Princely House of Liechtenstein and LGT, among other global institutions.

What they look for

Lightrock invests in companies that pursue scalable, tech-driven business models central to building a better tomorrow. Their thesis is built on the conviction that tomorrow's most valuable companies will be those solving today's most pressing global problems. They focus on three core macro themes: People (Healthcare, education, financial inclusion), Planet (Energy transition, decarbonization, circular economy, sustainable food/agriculture), and Productivity (Digital infrastructure, analytics, enterprise software that drives efficiency and sustainable industrial practices).

Stage

Series B+

Sectors

Climate, Healthcare, Edtech, Fintech, SaaS, Food and agriculture, Deeptech

Based

London, GB