Funds - Global Equity Fund

Nepal Infrastructures Investment Fund (NIIF)

Transformative Investments in Nepal’s Future

Nepal Infrastructure Investment Fund Limited (NIIF) is a perpetual capital entity anchored by the Global Equity Fund. NIIF is a collaborative investment platform that brings together domestic and international institutional investors, mandated to deploy equity capital in both equity and debt formats. Our focus lies on enabling infrastructure assets and related businesses poised to benefit from Nepal’s long-term economic growth. NIIF is professionally managed by the seasoned investment team of Global Equity Fund, backed by the expertise of senior operating team of industry leaders. Presently, NIIF is promoted by Nepal’s leading insurance companies, Himalayan Life Insurance (HLI) and Himalayan Everest Insurance (HEI), aligning with their ‘investment diversification strategy’.

NIIF’s Investment Philosophy

NIIF investment philosophy is sector-agnostic, concentrating on providing growth capital to companies in sectors such as Agriculture, Clean Energy, Education, Healthcare, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Service Sectors, and Tourism. Focused on creating consumer brands and organizing services in traditionally fragmented sectors, NIIF targets emerging SME leaders, partnering with entrepreneurs to drive transformative agendas. NIIF actively identifies industry trends, pursues opportunities for sectoral consolidation, and plays a key role in mergers & acquisitions, industry integrations, and refinancing. With a commitment to holding minority stakes (5%-49%) in portfolio companies, the fund explores various investment forms including straight equity, performance-linked equity, quasi-equity (venture debt), or convertible debt. NIIF provides customized debt solutions to growth-stage companies, leveraging institutional backing, robust corporate governance, and strong unit economics.

NIIF’s Impact Hypothesis

NIIF’s impact hypothesis revolves around improving access to long-term risk capital, fostering accelerated growth, and bridging financial gaps in Nepal’s infrastructural development. The fund targets sectors with steady domestic demand, contributing to inclusive growth and investing in portfolio companies engaged in goods and services that substitute imports or have export potential. As a responsible investor, NIIF, managed by the Global Equity Fund, is committed to ensuring adherence to ESG standards prescribed by IFC, CDC & DFC. The fund aspires to contribute to various Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), SDG 5 (Gender Equality); SDG 7 (Affordable & Clean Energy); SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth); SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure); SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities & Communities); and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption & Production) depending on the investments that will be made.

Nepal Women Growth Equity Fund (2X Fund)

Nepal Women Growth Equity Fund (2X Fund) aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals, to achieve gender equality and empower women in all aspects of society and the economy. Despite progress, Nepali women face under-representation and underfunding in entrepreneurship. The 2X Fund Fund recognizes the pivotal role of women entrepreneurs in economic development and aims to bridge gaps by providing access to capital, networks, and resources.

The Fund

With an expected total size of NPR 50 Cr, 2X Fund Fund targets investments between NPR 20 Lakhs- 5 Crore in small to mid-cap or MSME/SME’s owned by women. The fund addresses challenges such as scaling up, lack of technical assistance, ESG Professionalization, and shareholder transition. 2X Fund Fund supports businesses in key sectors meeting everyday consumption needs such as Agriculture, Clean Energy, Education, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Service, IT, and Tourism.

Impact of Nepal Women Growth Equity Fund

The 2X Fund Fund aspires to create over 10,000 indirect jobs, with 50% held by women, and one-third of investments outside the Kathmandu valley. Aligned with SDGs, the fund aims to contribute to SDG 3 (Health and Well-being); SDG 4 (Quality Education); SDG 5 (Gender Equality); SDG 7 (Affordable & Clean Energy); SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 10 (Reduce Inequalities), depending on the investments that will be made.

The Fund Approach

Nepal Women Growth Equity Fund is a holistic initiative fostering increased access to finance, markets, and networks for women entrepreneurs. It targets sectors with steady domestic demand, contributing to inclusive growth, and invests in businesses solely run by women, focusing on goods and services with export potential.

Core Pillars

– Access to Finance: Providing financial support to women entrepreneurs for debt, equity, venture capital, and insurance.

– Access to Capacity, Mentoring, and Networks: Enhancing women entrepreneurs’ skills, connecting them with mentors, and facilitating networking opportunities.

– Access to Markets: Establishing robust linkage to domestic and global supply chains in collaboration with the private sector and financial institutions.

Capital to Opportunity

Empowering Growth,
One Investment at a Time.

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