How we help Businesses
The companies we supported have gained strategic strongholds and achieved operational excellence.
Argos has extensive experience helping European companies unlock their full potential.
76%
of portfolio companies have made add-on acquisitions*
*Since 2012
100%
of companies have an ESG action plan in place and are assessed by EcoVadis every year.
+64%
Average EBITDA growth*
*2017 vintage – Fund VII
100%
of companies have fostered a new commitment among their employees towards a common goal.
For European SMEs, the challenge is to strengthen their market positions, expand locally and outside their existing markets and foster sustainable growth while maintaining their core values.
Argos helps companies with strong fundamentals accelerate their growth in a more sustainable way.
Efficient buy-and-build strategy
3 to 4 add-ons per portfolio companies* on average
* 2017 vintage – Fund VII average
European
network
We leverage our pan-European roots and long-standing networks of local advisors and experts.
Trust-based
Knowledge-sharing
Our Argos experts lead dedicated practice and business forums in which portfolio companies can share their experiences.
Our in-house clubs:
- CEO Club
- Digital Club
- ESG Club
- CFO Club
Unique and proprietary value-creation playbook
Our systematic approach enables us to build attractive businesses.
We apply our unique and proprietary value-creation methodology
Growth-oriented financial structures
We favour low leverage situations to maximise agility in launching unplanned initiatives.
Strong Values
As a team, we are committed to the Argos values.
- Care
- Excellence
- Reliability
- Together
