Molten Ventures Plc
A leading venture capital firm on the London Stock Exchange and Euronext Dublin.
We invest across the UK and Europe in private high-growth technology companies with global ambitions. We do this because we believe the future is being built, today, by Europe's entrepreneurs.
Investment Case
Long-term, capital allocation
Molten takes a long-term, patient capital approach to investing in and developing high-growth technology companies across the UK and Europe.
Multiple sources of capital
We combine multiple pools of capital, across PLC, EIS, VCT and third-party investment strategies, to invest in the best UK and European technology companies.
Diversified portfolio of leading companies
We have a diversified portfolio of 110+ companies. The top 20 comprise 62% of portfolio value across sectors and stages, spanning the UK and Europe.
Focused on disruptive, high-growth technology companies
Molten specialises in investing in disruptive, high-growth technology companies, capturing their full growth potential by building meaningful ownership stakes over time.
Experienced team and value-added support
Molten has an experienced team with active Board management; providing strategic guidance, access to networks, and operational support to portfolio companies, and helping them to scale and achieve growth objectives.
Proven track record
Molten Ventures plc has deployed over £1 billion in capital, and realised over £520 million from successful exits, thus demonstrating a strong track record of value creation for investors.
Financial Highlights
As at 31 March 2024£1,379m
Gross Portfolio Value
£1,251m
Net Assets
£525m
Realised since IPO
662p
NAV per share
What's in a share?
As at 31 March 2024Buy a share in Molten Ventures, and you’re getting access to some of Europe’s technology innovators, years of investor expertise, and an investment model which has proven sustainable to date. We focus on four sectors, and keep our portfolio diverse. As our companies grow, we provide follow-on capital to build our stakes. As at 31 March 2024, 64% of our Net Asset Value is distributed in the top 20 companies, representing our core holdings. Cash goes back to the balance sheet when exit proceeds are received—so we can re-invest it in new opportunities. We strive for sustainable growth, for the long term
* Capital is at risk. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance.
~64%
Core Holdings
The top companies by value that represent 62% of the overall Net Asset Value
~39%
Emerging Companies
Getting access to Europe’s technology innovators
~5%
Cash
Upon exit, cash goes back to the balance sheet to be re-invested
~-8%
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Molten Ventures plc is registered in England and Wales with company number 09799594. It is managed by Esprit Capital Partners LLP (Reg No: OC318087). Esprit Capital Partners LLP is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 451191).
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Contact Details
Registered Office: 20 Garrick Street, London, WC2E 9BT, United Kingdom
Phone Number: +44 (0)20 7931 8800
Contact email: IR@molten.vc
Group VAT number: 892208805
Risk Warnings
Your capital is at risk. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Shares may trade at a discount to their net asset value. The value of an investment can fall as well as rise and investors may not get back the amount originally invested. Therefore you should only make investments which you can afford to lose without having any significant impact on your overall financial position or commitments.
As a shareholder in Molten Ventures plc, you do not have the right to complain to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) about the management of Molten Ventures plc. You would not be able to make a claim to the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) about Molten Ventures plc in the event that Molten Ventures plc found itself unable to pay out.
Prospective investors must refer to the applicable Prospectus, in particular the section headed “Risk Factors”, when considering an investment in Molten Ventures plc.