The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU)
Overview
The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU) is Denmark's development finance institution (DFI), owned by the Danish state. Established in 1967, it provides risk capital and advisory services to private sector companies in developing countries and emerging markets across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and parts of Europe. Investments are made on commercial terms through equity, loans, and guarantees with the objective of promoting economic and social development, and supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals. IFU's prioritized sectors include Green Energy & Infrastructure, Financial Services, Sustainable Food Systems, and Healthcare. It also acts as a fund manager for several public-private funds, such as the Danish SDG Investment Fund.
Portfolio Companies
5
Website
impactfunddenmark.dkInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| PowerGen Renewable Energy | Jan 2025 | Series C | Co-investor |
| Redcliffe Labs | Sep 2024 | Series C | Lead |
| Bright | Jul 2023 | Series C | Lead |
| Nithio | May 2023 | Debt | Co-investor |
| Suminter India Organics | Feb 2023 | Private Equity | Lead |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU) based?
The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU) is headquartered in Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark.
When was The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU) founded?
Founding year information for The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU) is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU) have?
The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU) has 5 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU)'s portfolio?
Recent investments visible on Caplight include PowerGen Renewable Energy, Redcliffe Labs, Bright, Nithio, Suminter India Organics.
What was The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU)'s most recent investment?
The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU)'s most recent investment on Caplight was in PowerGen Renewable Energy in 2025.
What sectors does The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU) focus on?
The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU) focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Consumer & Commerce, Energy & Sustainability, FinTech, Energy & Sustainability, FinTech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Consumer & Commerce.
What company stages does The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU) focus on?
The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU) typically invests at the Mid stage.
What is The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU)'s AUM?
The Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU)'s assets under management are estimated between $2.2B and $3.9B.