Deutsche Beteiligungs AG Celebrates 60 Years of Mid-Market Success

Deutsche Beteiligungs AG (DBAG), Germany's oldest private equity firm, marks 60 years of accomplishments in the mid-market sector. Focused on structural growth sectors, DBAG has expanded its geographical presence to Italy, drawn by the familiar market structure resembling Germany's Mittelstand. The company has successfully transitioned its Board of Management to ensure future growth and expanded its services by acquiring a majority stake in ELF Capital, enhancing its private debt offerings.

DBAG has shifted its focus towards sectors like IT services, healthcare, and energy, marking 22% of its portfolio in IT and software. Its most recent investment includes Stuttgart-based FinMatch AG, a leading mid-market corporate finance platform. DBAG maintains its market leader status in SME management buyouts with consistent successful transactions.

The Italian market echoes DBAG’s strategy, evidenced by its profitable investment in Pmflex. The company plans to distribute 25% of fund investments in Italy, balancing risks across the DACH region and Southern Europe. DBAG's share performance remains robust, with a doubling price over two decades and a shareholder-friendly dividend policy reinforcing its market confidence.