Capital Today

Capital Today is a Hong Kong-based private equity firm that specializes in providing growth capital to small and medium-sized Chinese companies. Founded in 2005 by Kathy Xu, the firm manages dedicated China country funds of approximately USD 2.5 billion. Capital Today focuses on sectors such as consumer, retail, and internet, aiming to help entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses and leading brands in China.

The firm's investment strategy emphasizes capturing opportunities arising from the booming Chinese middle class and their evolving lifestyles. Capital Today seeks to identify companies that can leverage shifts in consumer behavior, particularly in technology and digital retail. By backing early-stage and growth-stage companies in these sectors, the firm aims to support transformative ventures with the potential to become market leaders.

Notable portfolio companies include JD.com, Youku Tudou, and Dianping. Capital Today's approach is characterized by a hands-on strategy and a long-term investment horizon, focusing on key performance indicators, culture, and brand development to drive value creation in its portfolio companies.