General Information
Swedfund International AB offers risk capital and know-how for investments in Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe (non-EU members). Swedfund´s vision is to contribute to the development of viable businesses thereby stimulating sustainable economic development in its investment countries. Swedfund is specialised in the field of complex investment environments with a high level of country risk. With a broad spectrum of financial solutions, combined with knowledge and experience, Swedfund gives its partners an opportunity to make more profit on their investments.

Instruments

Equity

Swedfund's equity stake is always a minority stake and can be in the form of ordinary or preference shares.

Convertible, subordinated and secured loans

Swedfund can extend medium-term loans on commercial terms to the joint venture company. Interest is normally fixed at the same time the loan agreement is signed. Swedfund may also provide loans at variable rates and with equity features.

Royalty loans

Royalty loans consist of a low base rate and a performancebased part. The latter can be tied to the project company's turnover or profit. A large part of the loan charges are deferred until the company has achieved a cash flow sufficient to carry the costs.

Other financial support

In some cases Swedfund can also assist the financing of a venture through the provision of guarantees. Swedfund's total exposure should not exceed 30 percent of the total investment.

In addition to Swedfund's financial instruments and expertise in the field of complex investment environments, Swedfund can tailor-make financial solutions and assist in identifying co-financiers.

Swedfund has in-house legal expertise and an extensive network of local and international development finance institutions, assisting in eliminating unnecessary risks.