Private Equity at Invesdor

It's easy to invest in start-ups. Invesdor offers a clear, transparent and user-friendly platform for experienced investors and beginners alike.

   Invest from €250, easily and digitally

   Direct participation in unlisted companies

   Financial returns and social impact

   Projects reviewed by Invesdor before funding begins

   Access to exciting industries and innovations across Europe

   Invest alongside institutional investors

Impact Investing through Private Equity at Invesdor

Companies launching funding rounds through Invesdor focus on future-oriented themes such as:

  • Climate protection & circular economy

  • Fair production & sustainable consumption

  • Health & social innovation

  • Education & equal opportunities

  • Sustainable mobility & urban solutions

Your capital supports these developments while giving you the opportunity for long-term financial returns.

Who is Private Equity for?

Private equity is suited for anyone who wants to grow their money while putting it to meaningful use.
 
If you want to help shape the future, promote social change, and benefit financially at the same time, private equity is a worthwhile option. With your investment, you support companies developing new solutions to real challenges – and become part of a movement that makes an impact.

This form of investment is right for you if you:

  want to invest responsibly while achieving above-average returns, 

  are looking for exciting early-stage companies with strong potential, 

  want to combine financial gain with social benefit, 

 wish to accompany and help shape long-term developments, 

  want to support innovations before they reach the mainstream. 

Why Private Equity is exciting for beginners too

„Anyone can start with small amounts, from as little as €250. That’s a big difference from the traditional private equity world, which until now has been accessible mainly to companies and large investors,” explains Niklas Green (Investment Manager at Invesdor Nordics) in an interview . 


There are several factors that set this form of investment apart from traditional stock market investments:

  • Stability: Private equity is a long-term investment, so daily price fluctuations do not play a role as on the stock market. However, the capital can still be tied up for quite a while.

  • Access to innovation: You invest early in companies that are opening up new markets or developing pioneering solutions – often long before they reach the mainstream.

  • Equal terms for all: At Invesdor, private investors have the same access as institutional investors, with no surcharges, special conditions, or informational advantages.

Risks? Yes. But manageable with preparation and diversification.

As with any investment, private equity carries risks. Investors should be aware that a company can fail, in which case the invested capital is lost. If the company later issues new shares, there may also be what’s known as dilution, meaning your ownership share in the company becomes proportionally smaller. 

Unlike publicly listed stocks, private equity cannot simply be sold at any time. There is currently no established secondary market, though work is underway to create one. For now, capital is generally tied up for several years. 

Those who understand and take these factors into account can still make informed decisions and invest responsibly. 


A simple rule: Never put all your eggs in one basket. Spread your investments across multiple projects and asset classes. Follow diversification and the 10x10-rule.

Private Equity today: Why you as a private investor can invest in european limited companies

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In the past, investing in unlisted companies (such as limited liability companies) required high entry amounts as well as legal procedures and notary appointments –making it hardly available for private investors. 

Today, it’s much easier thanks to innovation like the STAK structure (Stichting Administratiekantoor, in English: Foundation for the Administration of Shares)

What is a STAK and how does it work?

A STAK is a Dutch structure through which shareholdings are held in trust. 

  • The company remains structurally stable, even with many small investors. 

  • You are not entered into the commercial register, which saves time, effort, and costs. 

  • You receive certificates that secure your economic rights (for example, profit participation, exit proceeds). 

  • The STAK holds shares in the company on behalf of all investors. 

This way, you can now invest easily, legally, and without complicated formalities in European growth companies.
 
Read more here about how we at Invesdor use STAKs to allow you to participate directly in a company’s success: 
Invest directly in companies thanks to a trust office foundation

How does Invesdor select companies?

Only about five percent of all applications make it onto the Invesdor platform. Before a funding round is published, we review it thoroughly. Several factors are considered, including: How viable is the business model? What market potential does the project have? How stable are the financial metrics? The team behind the company also matters – especially the founders’ experience and expertise. In addition, we assess the sustainability profile: What societal or environmental contribution does the company make? 
 
Before you invest, you will have access to all key information on the respective campaign page. This allows you to make your decision based on transparent and verified facts. Read more about our investment evaluation process here .  

How does investing with Invesdor work?

In just a few steps to your digital investment:

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  1. Register & verify 

  2. Benefit from an exit or profit distribution 

  3. Participate in long-term growth 

  4. Invest online from €250 

  5. Analyze & select companies 

All processes are fully digital. Your documents remain permanently accessible, and you can keep track of your portfolio at any time.

A company’s exit strategy: How do you benefit from it?

All companies raising (private) equity needs to have an exit strategy. 
For example, in 2021 the Dutch company Fairphone offered investors the opportunity to participate via Invesdor. Two years later, in 2023, the company partially bought back the shares. Investors received their initial investment back along with an attractive return. 

Such exits are planned and offer realistic opportunities for a profitable exit while contributing to sustainable change. The exact amount of profit from the sale of the shares for investors depends on the increase in value and the contractual terms. 
 
Possible exit scenarios include: 

  • Buyback of shares by the company 

  • Distribution upon company sale 

  • Initial public offering (IPO) 

  • Sale during an acquisition or investment by third parties 

The terms for an exit are set out in the respective investment agreement. Invesdor provides transparent information about planned steps.  

Practical examples: Companies financed through Invesdor

e-heat-oy: as an example for investment in start-ups

E-Heat Oy (Finnland)  

E-Heat operates energy-efficient data centers that feed excess heat into district heating networks. In 2023, the company raised around €500,000 through Invesdor. The funds were used to scale the business model, enabling the execution of a major contract in Scandinavia. In 2024, the investors where offered the opportunity to sell their shares at a higher price to a new investor. The next growth phase has now begun.
Learn more about E-Heat Oy

river recycle as an example for investment in start-ups

RiverRecycle (Finnland)  

This company develops systems for collecting and recycling plastic waste from rivers, delivering a strong impact for both the environment and society. In 2023, it raised over €1,200,000 through Invesdor, which financed the first facility in Bangladesh. Since then, the plant has been removing several tons of plastic from the water each week. Investors benefit in the long term from licensing revenues and a growing international partner network. Another funding round (bond, not equity) took place in March 2025.
Learn more about RiverRecycle

pirche as an example for investments in start-ups

Pirche (Deutschland)  

Pirche develops medical software to make transplants safer. Funding through Invesdor in 2024 enabled further development of the platform as well as new clinical studies, which significantly increased the company’s value. Investors are currently involved in an innovative HealthTech company that has successfully established itself in the market. An exit – such as through a sale or buyback – is targeted for 2026
Learn more about Pirche

Investor comments:

“I was fortunate to receive a well-matched donor heart that gave me my life back. I support Pirche because this pioneering digital diagnostic tool can help transplant patients and their doctors accurately assess risks before a transplant, which could ensure better long-term organ survival and improved quality of life" - Elmar Sprink

"E-Heat Oy’s share offering provides investors with strong return potential at a moderate valuation. I anticipate significant demand for the company’s heat generation solution from both municipal and private institutions. The future belongs to green energy." - Jarkko Wartiovaara, Zarkko Unlimited Oy.

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What investors say about us*

"einfacher anlageprozess. gute auswahl an unternehmen und produkten (anleihen, aktien, darlehen etc.)" - Moritz Hild bewertet Invesdor mit fünf von fünf Sternen

"Schon viele spannende Projekte hier gefunden. Ich schätze die ausführlichen Informationen und die Transparenz, auch wenn es mal zu einem Zahlungsverzug kommt. So macht mir investieren Spaß!" - Franziska bewertet Invesdor mit fünf von fünf Sternen

"Bisher läuft alles glatt bei meinen Investments. Kundenservice ist gut erreichbar und hilfsbereit. Bei mehreren Investments ist die Übersicht etwas unübersichtlich." - Aanniliee bewertet Invesdor mit vier von fünf Sternen

"Spannende Unternehmen, hohe Verzinsung. Ist definitiv eine Risikoanlage, also nicht für jederman. Bisher sind zwei Investitionen in Verzug, aber man wird auf dem Laufenden gehalten, wie der aktuelle Stand ist. Für mich eine gute Möglichkeit der Diversifizierung." - Carina Ploetz bewertet Invesdor mit vier von fünf Sternen

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Investment opportunities

FAQs

Investing in start-ups opens up opportunities for attractive returns. Young companies are characterised by innovative ideas and high growth potential. Although such investments involve higher risks, they also offer the opportunity to diversify the portfolio and participate in the success of promising business models. In addition, they support the innovation ecosystem and contribute to a sustainable, future-oriented economy – an investment area that is becoming increasingly important.

Equity and debt capital are the two main forms of corporate financing.
Debt capital usually refers to a loan with fixed interest rates over a specific period and is often used by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as larger companies. 
In equity financing, on the other hand, investors acquire shares in a (young) company, which is particularly common in start-ups. Equity investors participate in the potential growth and profitability of the company, while debt investors receive regular interest payments.

Start-up investments do not provide for fixed interest payments, as is customary with debt financing. The return is derived from the increase in value of the company, for example through subsequent financing rounds or liquidity events such as mergers, acquisitions, IPOs or share buybacks.

To invest with Invesdor, first create a free account on our platform. After registering, you will have access to all current financing projects. There you can view and compare company profiles, financial information and impact aspects in detail. Then select the project that suits you and specify the desired investment amount. Participation is possible from as little as 250 euros. Once your investment is complete, you will be informed about the progress of the project.

There is a one-time transaction fee of 1.5 percent. There are no recurring annual costs.