Kiwoom Private Equity, founded in 2017 as a subsidiary of Kiwoom Financial Group, is a Seoul-based firm specializing in private equity investments across buyouts, growth capital and mezzanine financing. Operating within a group that encompasses venture capital, asset management, investment banking and corporate finance, Kiwoom PE benefits from comprehensive market insight and a strong financial infrastructure. The firm draws on its parent’s reputation and extensive networks in the financial services industry to identify promising opportunities and deliver tailored capital solutions that support portfolio company expansion and value creation.
Kiwoom Private Equity focuses on industries that demonstrate significant growth potential and value creation, including information technology, healthcare, biotechnology and financial services. The investment team combines deep sector expertise with rigorous due diligence to structure transactions that balance risk and reward. From initial investment through active asset management and strategic advisory, the firm works closely with management teams to drive operational improvements, pursue new market entry and manage complex regulatory environments. Exit strategies are designed to maximize returns through sales to strategic buyers or public listings when market conditions are favorable.
In the clean technology space, Kiwoom Private Equity has backed Nexeon Limited, a developer of advanced silicon anode materials for next-generation lithium-ion batteries. This investment highlights the firm’s interest in battery performance improvements and sustainable energy storage solutions. By supporting companies that advance electric vehicle technology and grid-scale storage, Kiwoom PE positions its portfolio alongside broader trends toward decarbonization. While direct private equity investments in eco-energy beyond battery materials are limited, the firm’s engagement with Nexeon underscores its capacity to support breakthrough innovations in clean tech and energy transition.
