Wholesale Investments for Growth-Focused Investors
Capital appreciation through venture capital, private equity, and growth strategies
Explore growth-focused wholesale investments including venture capital, private equity, and growth-stage opportunities. These investments typically involve equity participation in high-growth companies and may suit investors with longer time horizons who understand and accept higher volatility and risk of loss. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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2040 Ventures Climate Fund
Climate tech VC with 25% target IRR
Greenmount Capital New Economy Fund LP
Target 20%+ IRR from new economy
2040 Ventures Punakaiki Fund
Evergreen VC with 20% target returns
Pioneer Capital Private Equity V
15-20% p.a. from global expansion
Icehouse Ventures Seed Fund IV
Backing brave Kiwi founders
Booster Innovation Fund
by Booster
Back NZ innovation going global - Listed PIE
DE Capital Fund
by DE Capital
10-14% p.a. with equity participation upside
Henton Fund 2
9-12% p.a. from experienced credit specialists
Seedling Next Gen Agri Limited Partnership
by Seedling
9% pre-tax IRR from sustainable dairy
Castlerock Partners Fund
8% distributions + capital growth
Brand Fund 2 by Previously Unavailable and Icehouse Ventures
28.63% IRR from Fund 1
Movac Growth Opportunity Fund (Fund 8)
by Movac
Top decile returns, 25+ years experience
Altered Capital Venture Fund II
$250m FUM, $1B FUA track record
Bridgewest Venture Fund 1 LP
Seed to Series A deep-tech focus
NZVC Fund 2
by NZVC
Top 5% Fund 1, 50% lower valuations
Quidnet Ventures Fund II
Top-quartile Fund I, 20+ companies
WNT Ventures Fund 4
by WNT Ventures
Top quartile with proven exits
Ryft Fund Zero
by Ryft
4-6 venture studio companies
GD1 Fund 3 LP
by GD1
Anchored by NZ Government largest VC investment
GD1 Fund 4 LP
by GD1
Upper quartile performance continues
IV Sustainable Technology Fund
Impact investing with sustainability outcomes
Ecliptic Venture Capital LP
Active hands-on management
Maūi Toa Fund 1
by Maūi Toa
Māori owned and led VC
Motion Capital
Climate-tech specialist with track record
New Zealand Fintech Fund
by Point16
Fintech fastest-growing sector (32% CAGR)
Nuance Connected Capital
Female scientist-led deep tech
Pacific Channel Fund III
Largest deep-tech VC in NZ
Matū Karihi Fund
by Matū Karihi
17 science & tech companies backed
Icehouse Ventures Seed Fund IV LP
NZ's most active early-stage VC
Pacific Channel Fund V (Renewable Energy)
Nationally significant renewable energy
Cultivate Ventures Limited Partnership
15% IRR target, industry backed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are typical return targets for growth investments?
Growth investments often have higher target returns but also higher risk. Actual returns are highly variable - many investments may result in total loss while others may perform well. Target returns stated by fund managers are not guarantees. Always review the specific fund's disclosure documents and risk factors carefully.
What's the typical investment timeline?
Most venture capital and private equity funds have 7-10 year fund lives. Capital is called over 3-5 years as investments are made, with returns distributed as portfolio companies exit through sale or IPO. Expect minimal liquidity during the investment period.
How do growth investment funds typically structure their portfolios?
Growth investment funds often hold portfolios of multiple underlying investments to spread risk, as individual investments in this asset class have varying outcomes. Review each fund's investment strategy and diversification approach in their disclosure documents. Consult a licensed financial advisor for guidance on your personal situation.
Important Information
This website is an information directory only and does not constitute financial advice. The information provided is general in nature and does not take into account your individual financial situation, objectives, or needs. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Investment in wholesale products involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Wholesale investors do not have the same protections as retail investors under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013.
Before making any investment decision, you should seek independent financial, legal, and tax advice from appropriately qualified professionals. Wholesale Investor does not recommend or endorse any particular investment or fund manager.