Equentis

Equentis, operating under the brand name Equentis Wealth, specializes in facilitating investments in Pre-IPO and unlisted shares. The firm, founded by Manish Mittal in 2018, positions itself as a private placement solutions provider, catering to a diverse clientele that includes family offices, corporate treasuries, and high-net-worth individuals (HNIs). Mittal, an alumnus of IIM Bangalore with a background as a Chartered Accountant, brings over two decades of experience in equity markets to the company.

The company's business model revolves around bridging the gap between investors seeking opportunities in late-stage, private companies and the companies themselves. Equentis provides a platform for transacting in the shares of well-established, unlisted companies, which are often nearing an Initial Public Offering (IPO). This allows investors to potentially enter at a lower valuation compared to the post-listing price. The firm generates revenue by charging a brokerage or service fee on the transactions it facilitates.

Equentis offers end-to-end services, encompassing deal sourcing, due diligence, and the execution of trades for unlisted shares. The company has been recognized for its growth, receiving accolades such as being named one of the 'Top 10 Most Promising Wealth Management Startups of 2021' by Startup City Magazine and winning the 'Fastest Growing Unlisted Player of the Year' award at the 2022 Unlisted convention.

Keywords: unlisted shares, pre-IPO investing, private placement, wealth management, high-net-worth individuals, equity markets, investment platform, deal sourcing, brokerage services, alternative investments