RATO-A 📈 Ratos AB (publ) - Overview

Ratos AB (publ) operates as a private equity firm, focusing on buyouts, turnarounds, and add-on acquisitions, primarily targeting middle market transactions. The company's investment strategy excludes early-stage companies, as well as those involved in the arms industry, pornography, or environmentally detrimental activities. Instead, it seeks out unlisted, medium-sized companies with strong potential for growth. Ratos AB (publ) invests in a range of sectors, including industry, construction, services, consumer goods, and technology, with a particular emphasis on companies operating in the Nordic region, specifically Sweden, Finland, Denmark, and Norway.

The firm's investment criteria are centered around companies with equity investments ranging from SEK250 million to SEK5000 million, sales values between SEK300 million and SEK5000 million, and an EBITDA of over SEK50 million. Ratos AB (publ) takes both minority and majority stakes in its portfolio companies, with a preference for being the principal owner and holding a minimum of 20% of the company's shares. Additionally, the firm typically seeks a seat on the company's board, allowing for active involvement in strategic decision-making. The investment horizon for Ratos AB (publ) is relatively long-term, with a typical holding period of five to ten years.

Founded in 1934, Ratos AB (publ) is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and has established itself as a prominent player in the Nordic private equity market. With a strong focus on creating value through active ownership and strategic guidance, the company has built a diverse portfolio of investments across various industries. For more information, Ratos AB (publ) can be found online at https://www.ratos.com/en/, and its stock is listed under the ISIN SE0000191090, classified as a common stock within the Environmental & Facilities Services sub-industry.