Capital for Transformation, Impact for Generations.
Portfolio Companies
At NIIF, we invest in businesses and infrastructure projects that are poised for growth and transformation in Nepal. Our portfolio spans sectors critical to the nation’s development, including clean energy, agriculture, healthcare, education, technology, manufacturing, and tourism.
By providing equity, quasi-equity, and debt solutions, we empower companies to scale operations, innovate, and consolidate fragmented markets. Each investment is guided by robust governance, strong financial discipline, and a commitment to sustainable impact, ensuring that our capital not only generates returns for investors but also contributes to inclusive economic growth and long-term national development.
Our Investment Approach:
At NIIF, we invest in high-growth companies and infrastructure assets that are central to Nepal’s economic transformation. Our portfolio strategy is sector-agnostic, but consistently focused on businesses with:
- Strong domestic demand or export potential.
- Scalable business models in fragmented sectors.
- Sound unit economics with clear growth visibility.
- Alignment with ESG standards and long-term sustainability goals.
We typically hold minority stakes (5%–49%) in portfolio companies, investing through:
- Straight equity
- Performance-linked equity
- Quasi-equity (venture debt)
- Convertible debt
Alongside capital, NIIF brings strategic guidance, industry networks, and consolidation opportunities, helping our portfolio companies unlock their full potential.
Focus Areas
NIIF invests across key sectors that drive Nepal’s economic transformation. From clean energy, agriculture, and healthcare to education, technology, manufacturing, and tourism, our capital empowers businesses with high growth potential, enabling sustainable development and long-term impact for the nation.
Value Creation Strategy
NIIF goes beyond capital infusion. We actively:
- Support Entrepreneurs in building strong consumer brands.
- Drive Industry Consolidation through mergers, acquisitions, and integrations.
- Facilitate Refinancing to strengthen balance sheets.
- Enable Growth by leveraging institutional credibility and robust corporate governance.
Our Impact
Through our portfolio, NIIF contributes to Nepal’s broader development goals by:
- Improving access to long-term growth capital.
- Empowering SMEs to become sector leaders.
- Driving inclusive growth and job creation.
- Supporting investments that substitute imports or expand exports.
- Advancing progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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