Artemid
Small and mid-caps with EBITDA above €8m and a moderate leverage
Projects: investments alone or to supplement traditional bank loans aimed at providing effective support for business development
Sectors: no sector restrictions. All types of financing (shareholder reorganization, development, external growth, refinancing)
Regions: euro zone, Switzerland, UK
Created in 2014, Artemid is a subsidiary owned by CAPZA, it specializes in lending and is dedicated to financing small and intermediate-sized enterprises (ISEs).
A growing market: the market for non-bank senior loans continues to grow amid bank disintermediation. It offers institutional investors an opportunity to diversify their portfolio allocations.
Experienced team: the teams at Artemid and its parent company bring experts who have been dedicated for many years to financing or investing in French ISEs. They know lots of medium-sized companies in France, having supported them through their various stages of development.
Capacity to generate unique proprietary dealflow and proven experience as arranger: over 65% of deals carried out by the funds in the Artemid range are proprietary1. In addition, Artemid has arranged 2/3 of the deals. This unique dealflow has been achieved thanks to long-standing relationships with management teams and shareholders. Generating proprietary dealflow and being an arranger is key when it comes to negotiating attractive financial and legal terms.
A meticulous investment process and pro-active portfolio monitoring: the track record of funds in the Artemid range, which have been selected carefully, deliver regular returns and a low annualized loss rate. Portfolios are monitored all the more closely thanks to regular dialogue with management teams.
ESG is a key element in the investment process. A personalized follow-up of the companies is ensured throughout the financing process thanks to an ESG-specialized firm supporting the Artemid team.
1 As of 30/06/2026.
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Key figures
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28Jul’ 2026Artemid Supports Pflegia’s Growth StrategyCAPZA announces that Artemid has arranged financing to support the acquisition of Pflegia.Read more -
17Jul’ 2026CAPZA Transition exits Arlettie and renews its support through ArtemidCAPZA Transition exits Arlettie following a successful partnership that supported the company’s growth and international development.Read more -
3Jul’ 2026Artemid supports Lauralu in its growth strategyArtemid is supporting Eurazeo’s acquisition of Lauralu and accompanying the group in its next phase of growth.Read more -
24Mar’ 2026Artemid supports Only creative entrepreneurs in its growth strategyArtemid provides a senior debt financing to support Only’s buy-and-build strategy.Read more