Oquendo Capital

Oquendo Capital is an independent private equity firm founded in 2007 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain. The firm specializes in providing flexible financing solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Southern Europe, particularly in Spain, France, Italy, and Portugal. Their investment instruments include common equity, preferred equity, PIK loans, mezzanine debt, and unitranche debt, catering to family-owned businesses and financial investors seeking funds for acquisitions, growth, and shareholder reorganizations.

The firm's capital is sourced from a diversified group of institutional investors, including pension funds, insurance companies, non-profits, and both public and private investors. Oquendo Capital has invested over €1.2 billion in more than 100 companies since its inception, demonstrating a strong commitment to the Iberian, French, and Italian markets. Their investment strategies encompass senior debt, flexible capital solutions, and tailored financial instruments to meet the unique needs of each company and financing event.

Oquendo Capital's approach is characterized by experience, flexibility, independence, and reliability. As the main private debt provider for the Spanish lower mid-market, they have a deep understanding of the regional market dynamics. Their flexible capital solutions are designed to align incentives with company shareholders and financial institutions, ensuring a collaborative and effective partnership. The firm's streamlined decision-making process allows for quick and transparent feedback on investment opportunities, supported by proactive due diligence and negotiation of legal documentation.