Deutsche Private Equity

Deutsche Private Equity (DPE) is a capital management company that invests in medium-sized growth companies, primarily in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. With a partnership-based approach, DPE supports its portfolio companies in realizing their future potential by providing capital, experience, and respect for entrepreneurial action. The firm emphasizes trust and sustainability in its investments.

Since its inception in 2007, DPE has invested in over 40 companies as both majority and minority shareholders, made more than 140 add-on investments, and created approximately 6,000 new jobs. The active portfolio companies currently employ nearly 11,000 people. DPE's funds manage assets totaling around €3 billion.

DPE's investment strategy focuses on companies with strong market positions and sustainable competitive advantages, targeting annual sales between €20 million and €500 million. The firm provides equity investments ranging from €10 million to €250 million per company, aiming to foster growth and create long-term corporate value.