Patria Private Equity Trust plc

Patria Private Equity Trust plc is a British investment trust that provides investors with access to a diversified portfolio of private equity investments, primarily focused on the European mid-market. Launched in 2001, it originally operated under names such as Standard Life European Private Equity Trust before adopting its current identity in 2024 following the acquisition of the abrdn Private Equity business by Patria Investments Limited. The trust targets profitable, cash-generative companies valued between €100 million and €1 billion, emphasizing regions like the Nordics, UK, and Benelux, with about 76% of its portfolio in Europe. It invests through leading private equity funds and direct co-investments, spanning sectors such as technology, healthcare, and non-discretionary areas, while prioritizing sustainability. Notable holdings include Nordic Capital Fund IX and PAI Europe VII. As a FTSE 250 constituent managed by Patria Capital Partners LLP, it plays a key role in democratizing mid-market private equity for public market investors, aiming for long-term total returns driven by organic earnings growth and strategic realizations.