12-05-2025
Arbra launches tech-focused private market fund
Arbra Partners has launched a private markets investment vehicle that provides exposure to some of the most promising high-growth tech companies, including the space exploration company SpaceX.
The multinational asset management and wealth advising firm introduced its High Conviction Private Markets Basket I, a curated portfolio of private technology companies operating in North America and Europe. Other companies in the basket include Varda, an innovative manufacturing firm, and Ramp, a finance platform.
The Basket, which is designed to leverage on rising global digital trends, is part of Arbra's larger strategy of identifying investment opportunities outside of established markets.
Furthermore, the portfolio includes both direct equity shares and co-investments through top-tier general partners, typically at the Series B and beyond. The fund will operate as a Delaware-based Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), with an investment minimum of $500,000.
Arbra's approach is based on what it calls a "high conviction" thesis, which is a rigorous technique that combines venture capital knowledge with hedge fund strategy. Analysts at the firm focus on areas and technology that they believe will drive tomorrow's economy, such as:
Democratisation of technology
Global surge in talent
AI as an innovation catalyst
Government as consumers of technology
The fund intends to make opportunistic exits within four to five years, which means it will not have to wait for IPOs or M&A transactions to deliver capital to investors.
This initial Basket is at the crossroads of what Arbra sees as the next wave of technological and economic development. Sectors of particular relevance are:
Industrialisation 4.0, covering space and defence tech, robotics, and advanced manufacturing
Climate tech, including nuclear energy, next-generation power grids, and carbon capture technologies
Enterprise technology, from fintech to cybersecurity, big data and cloud computing
Arbra additionally focuses its global outlook and focus on alternative assets. In addition to wealth management and traditional asset services, the business uses its global network, particularly in the BRICS markets, to provide tailored M&A and investment opportunities.
Philip Harris, Chief Executive of Arbra, stated: 'Our High Conviction Basket aims to fill a gap in the way our investors gain exposure to private market opportunities. All our targets are part of a highly curated long list of unique tech disruptors, and we are delighted to bring this to market.'
Lucas Bitencourt, founder of Arbra, added: 'We're backing the breakthrough technologies and proven sectors we believe will reshape the future - and our High Conviction Basket offers investors a bold, distinctive opportunity to stay ahead of the curve.'
Future Baskets will be offered on a rolling basis as new opportunities arise, with Arbra refining its selection methodology to catch the most transformative and scalable enterprises in private tech.
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