The leader in the Nordic lower mid-market

Accent is a group of private equity funds focusing on investments in lower mid-market buyout and later-stage expansion capital transactions in the Nordic region.

Founded in 1994, Accent was one of the private equity pioneers in the Nordic region. Since then, Accent funds have invested in more than 50 Nordic mid-market companies and successfully realised some 40 of these investments, becoming the undisputed leader in its market segment.

Accent invests in companies where it can serve as a catalyst for change and thereby transforming these companies into Nordic, European or global market leaders by providing for genuine, sustainable improvements within operations and strategic positioning.

Since 1994, Accent have managed 6 funds with total commitments exceeding EUR 1 billion, delivering superior returns to its investors. The funds are backed by well-reputed Nordic and international institutions – including public and private pension funds, insurance companies, endowment funds and funds-of-funds. Overall, the Nordic region represents 20%, Europe 60%, the US 20% of investments into Accent funds. Some 30 institutions from 10 countries make up the investor base.

Headquartered in Stockholm, Accent Equity Partners, who act as investment advisors to all Accent funds, has a staff of 10 investment professionals with a broad range of industrial and financial experience. They are assisted by an experienced back-office team.