Eterus Capital

Eterus Capital is a private equity firm based in Bratislava, Slovakia, established in 2008. The firm focuses on providing growth capital to small and medium-sized companies with proven business concepts, strong management teams, and significant growth potential. They primarily invest in companies domiciled in Slovakia, aiming to support innovation and expansion into global markets. Eterus Capital typically takes minority stakes, ensuring that management control remains with the original shareholders, and offers a preferred investment duration of 5-7 years.

The firm acts as a strategic partner, offering more than just capital. Eterus Capital provides post-transaction support, assisting in financial and strategic areas, debt financing negotiations, and identifying optimal funding structures for new projects or financial restructuring. Their representatives often serve as advisors to CEOs and partners, offering an independent perspective on strategic topics and helping identify potential acquisition targets to foster sustained growth and market consolidation.

Eterus Capital has invested over 40 million EUR in more than 20 companies since its inception. Their diverse portfolio includes notable investments such as MTBIKER, a leading cycling e-commerce portal; HOPIN, a ride-hailing app developer; and Eyerim, an e-commerce platform. Other significant investments include Sygic (GPS navigation), Saneca Pharmaceuticals (generic medications), Virtual Reality Media (flight simulators), and GroupSolver (market research technology utilizing AI and machine learning).

The team at Eterus Capital comprises experienced investment professionals, including Investment Directors and Senior Investment Managers. Key individuals like Boris Kostík, an Investment Director and Partner, play a crucial role in the firm's investment strategy and portfolio company support. The firm is managed by WOOD & Company, a prominent investment group in the Central European market, further enhancing their expertise in transaction advisory, securities trading, and asset management.