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Novo Holdings
Novo Holdings manages Novo Nordisk Foundation assets with focus on healthcare and life sciences investments.
Novo Holdings
Novo Holdings was established in 1999 as a holding and investment company headquartered in Copenhagen. It invests in early stage and growth across industries like healthcare and food. The firm manages the operating and financial assets of the Novo Nordisk Foundation and is the controlling shareholder in the Novo Group companies.
General information
Firm type
Generalist
Year founded
1999
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
Denmark
City
Singapore, Singapore
Corporate office
Tuborg Havnevej 19, 2900 Hellerup, Denmark
Additional offices
New York · San Mateo · London · Raleigh · Durham
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Novo Holdings?
No named principals or CIO appear in public records or the firm website.
How does Novo Holdings source proprietary deal flow?
The firm draws from its position as controlling shareholder in Novo Group companies and foundation network.
Is Novo Holdings structured as a single family office or does it operate more like a venture firm?
It functions as an asset manager with venture capital and private equity strategies tied to the Novo Nordisk Foundation.
Does Novo Holdings participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Records list both venture capital and fund-of-funds strategies among its approaches.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
The capital originates from the Novo Nordisk Foundation and its ownership in Novo Group companies.
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