CapBridge takes capital raising to the next generation
Connecting
global investors
with tomorrow’s
outstanding companies
ABOUT CAPBRIDGE
CapBridge is a global investment syndication platform for private opportunities. The co-investment platform serves mid-to-late stage growth companies and the funds that focus on them.
Our co-investment model is built with investors in mind. We first bring opportunities to lead investors, who leverage their specific industry knowledge to conduct due diligence, negotiate value adding investment structures, and manage their portfolio positions to the desired exit.
We then open up the same opportunities to co-investors as they leverage on the lead investors’ expertise in specific industry fields and diligence work. Co-investors sign with the same terms as the lead investors and realize better risk-adjusted returns and a more likely exit. Co-investors with smaller ticket sizes can also take part through Preferred Access.
Companies benefit from working with lead investors who understand their sector well and can directly value-add, as well as broadening the shareholder base with co-investors who can add network connectivity and assist towards a more successful listing further down the road.
The co-investment process is conducted electronically on our intelligent platform, which works ceaselessly to match deals with investors and facilitate the deal process.
CapBridge has a Capital Markets Services License and is regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. The Singapore Exchange (SGX) is a strategic partner and shareholder.
CapBridge has successfully onboarded an accumulative USD $500M worth of deals in 2018 so far.
WHY WE STARTED CAPBRIDGE
We started CapBridge with the vision to help entrepreneurs, and to address a need.
The companies of tomorrow require growth capital and smart investors to help them achieve their development objectives. Entrepreneurs must have the ability to raise appropriate growth capital, and to refresh and manage their investor base, and provide liquidity to align employees and stakeholders.
Our offering is a combination of business needs, technology and innovation, created as a direct response to the radical changes and needs in the markets and regulatory environments.
The ideal growth capital is obtained when investors share deals – deal sharing leads to network effect which leads to better outcomes. Companies want a good blend of investors – a good lead investor to price, conduct diligence and structure deals, and at the same time, having co-investors to enlarge the round, diversify the investor base and expand coverage.
Lead investors in turn want to spread their risk, and leverage on co-investors. Co-investors benefit by tagging along on the knowledge and due diligence of the lead investor, and have gaining to deals that they otherwise may not be able to do. Smaller ticket sized co-investors can also participate via our Preferred Access which allows for investments across all live deals for portfolio diversification. This all leads to positive reinforcements, which leads to better outcomes for all.
The CapBridge primary capital raising platform was built to facilitate growth for both companies and investors. We bring the pipeline, and allow various growth opportunities to be discovered and matched, in a secure, regulated and process-optimised environment.
– Johnson Chen, Founder & CEO
ADVANTAGES OF CAPBRIDGE
LEAD INVESTOR
- Significantly Enlarged Pipeline
Companies are becoming increasingly specialized yet targeting similar global opportunities from varied locations. The CapBridge syndication and co-investment platform enables small expert investment teams to save time originating such opportunities by having them served to them in on a timely basis (i.e. when a company wants to raise capital). Our system continually improves deal matching and increases the likelihood of a match as it learns from a global transaction database, as well internal matching algorithms. - Efficient Process Facilitation
We enable access to more information quicker and earlier in our process so that investments teams can assess a match and decide on whether to progress or not quickly. Our secure data room lets you view confidential company information such as audited finances, financial forecast, business plans, and other information efficiently, and then enables direct engagement with the companies quickly. This significantly expedites deal completion. - Investment Amount Right-sizing
Companies often have fundraising requirements that may not exactly match investor cheque sizes. Through syndication of the opportunities, many more opportunities become available to a wider set of investors according to their preferred allocations.
CO-INVESTOR
- Leveraging Lead Investor in Deal Making
All deals on the CapBridge syndication and co-investment platform are fronted by a Lead Investor. They leverage their industry knowledge to evaluate the deal comprehensively. With a prior understanding of the space, they conduct in-depth due diligence and price the opportunities appropriately before securing win-win transaction structures with the company. Co-investors are able to leverage the diligence that was performed as well as understand the expert thesis driving the lead investor’s interest. They are also able to come in on similar terms as the lead investor. - Value Add by Lead Investor
Lead investors make effort in managing the portfolio, ensuring company targets are met and assist on when called upon. Co-investors are assured that the company has a value-adding partner to work alongside them. - Exits More Likely
Lead investors plan for exit clearly in their investment thesis and will work hard with the company to effect an exit within a reasonable time. Co-investors will be made aware of such exit plans during the investment and can take comfort that the lead investor will work towards an exit of their joint investment. This allows co-investors to plan ahead on when to recycle their capital and reinvest into future deals, thus increasing capital flow.
COMPANY
- Fair valuation
Due to the initial intelligent matching on the CapBridge syndication and co-investment platform, and subsequent due diligence, lead investors will invest mostly in sectors and companies that they have a deeper understanding of. With knowledgeable investors, fundraising companies can focus on more meaningful discussions and expect a fairer valuation. With investors that have a better understanding, it is also more likely that deals are structured with more aligned views on milestones and the types of exit achievable. The entire fundraising experience is more efficient due to lead investor sector familiarity, as well as our platform technology that smartly facilitates the process. - Greater Investor Value Add
Greater sector familiarity often comes with a relevant network in the same space alongside additional sector expertise which may be brought to assist companies as they grow. Given that we match relevant sector investors with the right companies, the opportunity for management teams to gain value add from such investors are increased, which ultimately benefits both investors and companies. - More Efficient Deal Process
With highly advanced and user-friendly online tools, our platform is housed on an enterprise-grade software backbone encased with military grade security. CapBridge processes are streamlined and optimized for efficient deal closing. - Broadening of Shareholder Base
Syndication of the opportunity to co-investors greatly increases the shareholder base and associated network of aligned shareholders that can be greatly helpful in preparing for a listing down the line. Companies that have raised capital on our platform have also experience over-subscription of their investment rounds, and have spaced out capital raises more, thereby investing less time on capital raising and more on growing.
FUNDS
- Greater reach to Limited Partners
With our customized online platform, funds now have an avenue to share their investment deck, portfolio snapshots, key investment strategies, fund terms, track record (of successful exits) with a global community of potential investors. Expand your network of suitable limited partners on our platform by gaining visibility with investors who operate in the same space and who fit your fund requirements. - More Efficient Fundraising Process
Funds often invest across a myriad of sectors. Our platform enables direct and instant access to potential fund investors through information-sharing. With the use of algorithms, our intuitive and intelligent matching system helps funds source for investors with similar sector expertise, according to each investor’s intended portfolio strategy. Filter through our curated pool of suitable limited partners and expedite your fundraising process. - Global Investor Relations
Connect with your current investors and accelerate their due diligence process on our fully digitalized platform, while keeping potential investors in the loop. Establish trust and build rapport with your investors by providing regular updates on your funds’ development through your personalized webpage account. At the same time, expect improved visibility within our community of investors and be informed of potential targets and investors who have been tracking your developments. - Faster Time to and Price of Exits
With our platform, investors of funds now have a partial exit option. This is achieved by selling secondaries of funds (at a valuation set by the fund), which potentially improves a fund’s interest. Additionally, funds can leverage our investor base to build up its “dry powder” at standardized limited partner terms, improving the position of the fund for future investments.
FOR COMPANIES
Fundraise from expert lead investors with deep industry knowledge and aligned views on valuation. These investors bring relevant networks, adding value to growth companies. The introduction of co-investors further broadens your shareholder base.
FOR LEAD INVESTORS
Gain access to more deals through intelligent matching, curating only deals that matches your investment criteria. Features such as secure datarooms and engagement tools easily facilitate due diligence and expedite completion.
FOR CO-INVESTORS
Gain access to more deals through intelligent matching, curating only deals that matches your investment criteria. Features such as secure datarooms and engagement tools easily facilitate due diligence and expedite completion.
LATEST NEWS
Read the latest news and press releases about CapBridge, fintech and investing.
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LATEST NEWS
Monday, July 2, 2018 – 10:00
CapBridge is pleased to share that Liquidia Technologies (“Liquidia”), a biopharmaceutical firm that raised millions in funding in its pre-IPO round via CapBridge in 2017, has filed for an IPO on Nasdaq Capital Market.
Tuesday, June 26, 2018 – 17:00
CapBridge, ConsenSys to deploy blockchain technology for upcoming private exchange in Singapore
Monday, May 7, 2018 – 10:00
CapBridge appoints Chew Sutat as Board Member; closes expanded Series A funding round with over S$5m raised
Monday, October 16, 2017 – 17:00
Singapore-based growth capital platform CapBridge Holdings Pte Ltd (Capbridge) today announced that it has strengthened its partnership with the Singapore Exchange (SGX) and raised new money from seasoned early stage investors.
Keppel T&T puts $13.5m in Nautilus Data Technologies
Saturday, September 16, 2017 – 05:00
Keppel Data Centres, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Keppel Telecommunications & Transportation (Keppel T&T), has invested US$10 million (S$13.5 million) in Nautilus Data Technologies, a California-based company that created the world’s first successful waterborne data centre.
Say goodbye to
ATMs and hello to
robo-advisers
Tuesday, January 31, 2017 – 05:50
The rise of programmes, machines and robots in the financial industry is going to get bigger and faster.
Traits of fintech
champs
Tuesday, January 31, 2017 – 05:50
IN the past few years, the fintech space has been peppered with start-ups that have thrived and continued to revolutionise traditional banking, and those that have decided to exit the space.
Heralding an
era of financial
inclusiveness
Tuesday, November 15, 2016 – 05:50
FINTECH has fundamentally changed the way financial institutions, businesses and consumers interact, and its benefits undoubtedly signify a new era of financial inclusiveness and innovation for the industry.
Singapore has the
chops to be global
fintech leader
Tuesday, November 8, 2016 – 05:50
Its international status, conducive business environment, Asia-Pac gateway position, access to China, rigorous corp governance standards and legislation are big pluses.
Overcoming
challenges:
Building a strong
and sustainable
fintech sector
Tuesday, October 25, 2016 – 05:50
Singapore is in a good position to learn from experience and embrace change.
FinTech defined:
innovative change
at its core