News
Highlights and news from the Private Equity and Venture Capital ecosystems, as well as other investment market topics.
Venture Capital
A new generation of Brazilian startups is emerging, focusing on artificial intelligence and using WhatsApp as their primary interface. WhatsApp has recognized this trend and is considering creating a hub to support these companies.
ABVCAP
With the stock market closed to IPOs and interest rates high at 15%, private equity funds have turned to the secondary market for divestments. Although data is scarce, managers point to growth in the secondary market in Brazil.
ABVCAP
Even though the product has CVM approval to be opened to retailers, it must be aimed at high-income consumers, as it is a long-term investment that involves risks.
Venture Capital
Two major venture capital firms in the South region, Quartzo Capital and Invisto, have joined forces to drive and accelerate venture capital investment in companies beyond the Rio-São Paulo region. Together, they have a portfolio of R$600 million and are now seeking to raise an additional US$100 million.
Venture Capital
The firm's current COO began his entrepreneurial journey at a time when Brazil's startup ecosystem was still developing. Today, he works on the other side of the counter, investing in innovative businesses.
ABVCAP
Managers support the opening of FIPs to individuals, but warn that investments must be made with caution, as they are illiquid.
Venture Capital
The funds will be used to develop financial solutions for pharmacies, expand staff, and develop algorithm technology.
CVC
For Copel's CVC, the important thing is to find startups that are aligned with the company's strategic objectives, which include, in addition to increasing revenue, efficiency, and operational gains, a focus on the energy transition and the changes the electricity sector has undergone.
Private Equity
KKR will be Itaú's preferred global partner in alternative asset management, while Itaú Asset will be KKR's preferred asset manager in Brazil. Together, the companies will launch co-branded investment products for the Brazilian market.
Industry Activities
The Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) issued two resolutions granting regulatory exemptions for companies with annual gross revenue below R$500 million. The rules will come into effect on July 1, 2026.
Venture Capital
For the management partner, artificial intelligence is no longer a differentiator; it's a prerequisite when choosing investments.
BAD
According to a survey by financial advisory firm Seneca Evercore, based on data from MergerMarket, the share of these sectors in total mergers and acquisitions in Brazil jumped from 9% in 2020 to 44% in 2024, in terms of transaction volume. In the first half of this year alone, it reached a share of 59.7%.
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