Approach

We seek to acquire majority stakes in high-growth companies in Latin America. The Colca Capital team performs a detailed fundamental analysis of each potential business, focused on identifying true market leaders and best-in-class companies. Following our strategic investment into the business, we dedicate ourselves exclusively to accelerating growth, maximizing performance, and generating enduring value for all stakeholders.

Characteristics of the Transactions

  • Control with 75% to 100% participation

  • Flexible structure that adapts to the Seller's needs

  • Carve out of family real estate assets, establishment of brand royalties, additional payments to Sellers for post-purchase company outperformance, rollover equity for Sellers (with or without put and call windows), among other bespoke ways to align incentives for both Colca Capital and the Sellers

  • Opportunities for Sellers to remain involved in the business in an operational or board capacity, depending on interest

  • Straightforward and highly confidential transaction process that typically lasts 90-120 days from executing an NDA and receiving basic company information


Industry characteristics

  • Contractually recurring revenue with B2B, blue-chip customers

  • Large market size that grows equal to or greater than country GDP

  • Fragmented industry

  • High entry barriers

  • High value-added products and services representing low share of wallet for customers

  • Few material threats or opportunities arising from changes in technology, market dynamics, or government regulation 


Company characteristics

  • Market-leader, usually top #1-2 players in operating countries

  • Attractive business model with a sustainable, durable, and scalable competitive advantage

  • Recurring and stable revenue with low customer concentration

  • Profitable in the last 3 years with stable cash flow and margins

  • Strong executive team with relevant industry expertise

  • Organic and inorganic growth opportunities, including entry into adjacent countries and markets