Paratus Investment

Paratus Investment is a private equity firm headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in venture capital and growth investments. The firm focuses on sectors such as technology, healthcare, consumer goods, energy, materials, components, biotechnology, clean technology, automotive, shipbuilding, offshore plant, metaverse, media, entertainment, and telecommunications. Paratus Investment engages in various investment stages, including seed, early stage, growth, late stage, pre-IPO, buyout, turnaround, and distressed investments. The firm's geographical focus is primarily on South Korea.

Paratus Investment has a history of significant investments in the South Korean market. Notably, in March 2022, the firm invested 100 billion KRW in VA Corporation, a metaverse platform company, marking a substantial commitment to the emerging metaverse industry. This investment aimed to bolster VA Corporation's position in the metaverse sector by expanding its virtual studio and enhancing its technological capabilities. Additionally, Paratus Investment has been involved in the recovery of its first blind fund, 'Paratus Innovation Growth No. 1 PEF,' with successful exits from portfolio companies such as Hosan Tech and IT Chem, demonstrating the firm's active role in managing and realizing returns from its investments.

The firm's investment philosophy centers on identifying and nurturing high-potential companies across diverse industries. By providing strategic capital and support, Paratus Investment aims to foster sustainable growth and create lasting value for its portfolio companies. The firm's approach combines deep industry insights with a commitment to innovation, positioning it as a key player in South Korea's private equity landscape.