Active Ownership

Active Ownership is an independent, partner-managed investment firm operating primarily in Continental Europe and Scandinavia. The firm focuses on acquiring significant stakes in undervalued, publicly listed companies in the DACH region and Scandinavia, aiming to enhance their intrinsic value through active ownership. This involves collaborating with management and industry experts to implement strategic plans that strengthen corporate governance, improve margins, and drive revenue growth. By investing with a long-term perspective, Active Ownership seeks to be a strong partner to management, providing input and support for sustainable growth. The firm's investment strategy is built upon two pillars: Value Investment and Value Creation. Value Investment involves conducting deep fundamental research to identify companies with potential for sustainable value creation. Once invested, the firm works constructively with boards and management to implement strategies that unlock this value, allowing companies to reach their full potential. Value Creation focuses on improving the intrinsic value of a company through active ownership, using private equity-like tools to develop strategic plans aimed at strengthening corporate governance, improving margins, and growing revenue. The principals of the firm have managed investment strategies in a similar manner since 2006, demonstrating a consistent approach to value creation and active ownership. With offices in Frankfurt, Vienna, and Stockholm, Active Ownership leverages its regional presence to identify and invest in companies across a diverse range of industries, including consumer goods, healthcare, industrial goods, technology, financial services, energy, telecommunications, media, retail, transportation, logistics, real estate, construction, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, automotive, agriculture, food and beverage, leisure, and education. The firm's investment size typically ranges from €5 million to €50 million, reflecting its commitment to supporting companies at various stages of growth and development. Through its strategic investments and active engagement, Active Ownership aims to foster sustainable growth and create long-term value for its portfolio companies and stakeholders.