Luxembourg is renowned as a major hub for investment funds in Europe. It is well-known for its favorable business environment and attractive tax system, offering a diverse range of investment options. One of the popular investment structures used in Luxembourg is the...
Investment funds
Registering a limited liability company (s.à.r.l.) to set up your Luxembourg SOPARFI
Luxembourg offers a variety of investment options for corporations and wealthy individuals, including SOPARFIs. SOPARFI, short for "Société de Participations Financières," in French, is a type of investment holding company widely utilized in Luxembourg for...
Choose Luxembourg RAIF (Reserved Alternative Investment Fund) to structure your investments
The Reserved Alternative Investment Fund (RAIF) - an unregulated fund that falls under the category of alternative investment funds, was established through legislation passed by the Luxembourg Parliament in July 2016. This new investment vehicle positions Luxembourg...
Understanding the Luxembourg Special Limited Partnership (SCSp or société en commandite spéciale)
The Luxembourg Special Limited Partnership ("société en commandite spéciale in French" or SCSp) is a type of investment vehicle designed for individuals or institutions who want to launch their investment funds in Luxembourg to lead a specific business or project...
Groupe BEI launches fund-of-funds to support technology start-ups
Belgian-based investment company, Groupe BEI (Banque européenne d’investissement) , has launched a new fund-of-funds to provide investment support to technology start-ups that are looking to expand their operations. The initiative aims to help start-ups bridge the...
How Luxembourg funds make investments in Europe easier for New York private equity firms
Private equity is a growing industry in New York City, with a total of $84.6 billion invested in 2020, according to the Private Equity Growth Capital Council. With increasing interest in European investment opportunities, many New York private equity (PE) firms are...
Main reasons to launch your Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) in Luxembourg
Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) have become a popular alternative to traditional Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) in recent years. A SPAC is a shell company that is created specifically to acquire a target company with the intention of taking it public....
Fine art investment funds in Luxembourg: Exploring the Benefits of Special Limited Partnership (SLP)
I. Fine arts as alternative assets Fine arts, collectibles and antiques, including digital assets have been growing in popularity as an alternative investment in recent years, with more and more investors seeking to diversify their portfolios and capitalize on the...
Chinese private equity funds choose Luxembourg to invest in Europe
In recent years, Chinese private equity (PE) funds have been seeking out new investment opportunities abroad, particularly in Europe. One country that has seen a surge of interest from these funds is Luxembourg. Luxembourg has become a hub for Chinese Private equity...
Invest in Brazil: Understanding the FIP (fundo de investimento em participações) or Brazilian private equity fund
Introduction to FIPs (fundo de investimento em participações) in Brazil Brazil, a country renowned for its rich culture, stunning natural beauty, and thriving economy, is a popular destination for investors seeking diverse investment opportunities. One investment...