Strategy & Criteria

Selective investment with a clear ownership case

We look for understandable businesses, credible management, transparent ownership and financial information, a defensible market position and a credible path for growth or value preservation. We assess the capital required, downside risks, governance rights and potential exits before committing.

How we think about capital

Our strategy prioritises bankability, credible sponsors and realistic, asset-backed or cash-flow-supported fundamentals. As an initial phase, we prioritise deal-by-deal structures, co-investment SPVs and strategic partnerships with established funds and capital providers.

This approach builds a credible track record, develops investor confidence, and prepares the foundation for a future regulated or professionally managed fund platform.

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Where our own capital goes

Where there is strategic alignment and an acceptable risk-return profile, ERAM Invest invests directly — bringing capital, governance and the full advisory platform to the businesses and projects we back.

We co-invest alongside strategic partners and capital providers, aligning sponsors, investors and lenders around shared opportunities through SPVs and joint structures.

Our partners include family offices, funds, banks, IFIs and DFIs.

  • Direct Investment
  • Co-Investment SPVs
  • Joint Structures

What matters in our review

Commercial demand and quality of revenue.

Historical and projected cash generation, working capital and capital expenditure.

Management capability and continuity.

Legal title, ownership, tax, compliance and material contracts.

Valuation in base and downside cases.

Appropriate rights for the proposed shareholding.

A realistic funding plan and future capital needs.

Sectors and countries are assessed case by case

We consider sectors and countries case by case. Published priorities are areas of interest, not fixed exclusions or commitments.

Indicative parameters

Minimum participation from approximately €5 million.

Kosovo, Western Balkans, CEE and selected international.

Long-term, value-creation-led, with a defined exit path.

  • €5m+ Minimum
  • Region
  • Horizon

Think you fit?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions

Do you work only with large projects?

We assess enquiries against strategic fit, quality of information, resource needs and a credible transaction route.

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More on how we invest

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