Milton Samios

Investec Australia Limited yesterday announced its investment in investor platform business Wholesale Investor Pty Limited (Wholesale Investor). Wholesale Investor’s platform introduces emerging companies to sophisticated high net worth and professional investors in Australasia.

Investec has acquired a substantial interest in Wholesale Investor which makes it one of the largest shareholders in Wholesale Investor.

Wholesale Investor was established in 2008 and has built a large following in Australasia amongst sophisticated investors with over 13,000 subscribers in Australia and Asia. The business operates as an online-led intermediary, connecting companies and investors.

Investec Australia CEO Milton Samios said: “We are excited about our investment in Wholesale Investor and to further enhance our offering to growth and emerging companies.

“We are particularly attracted to Wholesale Investor’s overseas events and connectivity which aligns with our businesses in the UK and Hong Kong,” he said.

David Phillips and Hein Vogel from Investec’s Emerging Companies business added: “We have a strong history of working with and backing entrepreneurs and growing businesses.

“Our investment into Wholesale Investor is an extension of our presence within this ecosystem. Together with Steve and his team at Wholesale Investor, we are looking forward to continue helping emerging companies find capital and investors.”

Wholesale Investor Founder and CEO Steve Torso said: “We are delighted about the opportunity to work with Investec Australia and look forward to growing our business with Investec as our partner. Investec’s international presence, along with their focus on emerging companies and entrepreneurs matches our enthusiasm for this segment of the market.”

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