GILDE EQUITY MANAGEMENT
GILDE EQUITY MANAGEMENT is a Series C+ and buyout fund in Benelux and Europe writing $10M–$150M checks into Climate, food, manufacturing, services and retail.
- Stages
- Series C+, buyout
- Sectors
- Climate, food, manufacturing, services, retail
- Check size
- $10M–$150M
- Invests in
- Benelux, Europe
- Actively investing
- Yes
- Founded
- 1982
- Assets under management
- €2.5B+
Thesis
Gilde Equity Management (GEM) is a European mid-market private equity firm founded in 1982 in the Netherlands. As an independent, partner-owned firm, GEM focuses on acquiring stakes in established, profitable mid-market companies within the Benelux region that have strong fundamentals and significant growth potential. Their investment strategy targets management buyouts, business succession, and privatization scenarios, seeking companies with clear competitive advantages and strong market positions. GEM employs a hands-on approach, providing strategic and operational support to drive organic and acquisitive growth. While not sector-specific, they have expertise in food, manufacturing, and services, and also invest in retail and energy. Their investment horizon is long-term, focusing on businesses with proven models and stable cash flows. As of June 2025, GEM has over EUR 2.5 billion in AUM. Their latest fund, Fund VI, closed at EUR 600 million, allowing for investments between EUR 10 million and EUR 150 million per transaction. The typical transaction value ranges from €20 million to €200 million.
Common questions
Does GILDE EQUITY MANAGEMENT invest at the Series C+ stage?
Yes. GILDE EQUITY MANAGEMENT lists Series C+ and buyout among the stages it invests in.
What check size does GILDE EQUITY MANAGEMENT write?
GILDE EQUITY MANAGEMENT writes $10M–$150M checks.
Where does GILDE EQUITY MANAGEMENT invest?
GILDE EQUITY MANAGEMENT invests in Benelux and Europe.