Attractive target return
Investments in private equity funds can offer more attractive investment opportunities with lower volatility than traditional investment funds.
Investing in unlisted growth companies
With the Swiss Growth Funds, qualified investors invest in high-growth companies that are not listed on the stock exchange and offer great investment opportunities. They benefit from our proximity to the start-up scene in Switzerland and Europe.
Why invest in private equity funds focusing on Swiss growth companies?
Switzerland is a first-class location for private equity. This is partly due to the good education system with renowned universities. Switzerland is also known for its high level of innovation. The high standard of living attracts foreign specialists, and not least, Switzerland has a competitive economy with a liberal labour market, a business-friendly tax system and a well-developed financial sector with access to venture capital.
Based on this favourable environment, qualified investors with a long-term investment horizon and an aptitude for illiquid positions can invest in "Swisscanto (CH) Private Equity Switzerland Growth II L-QIF KmGK", or Swiss Growth Fund II for short. The vehicle has been open for subscriptions since March 2025. It is a successor product of the closed "Swisscanto (CH) Private Equity Switzerland Growth I KmGK", in short Swiss Growth Fund I.
Our investment philosophy
The Swiss Growth Funds invest in high-growth companies. We offer qualified investors direct access to attractive companies that are not yet listed on the stock exchange. Our investment directors are experienced in the development and internationalisation of innovative companies.
Our investment process
A systematic and disciplined investment process is the basis for high value creation. We therefore adhere to our proven governance structures for illiquid investments. These include:
- We work with industry experts to screen and source potential investments.
- We only invest in a company after extensive internal and external due diligence - often side by side with other well-known private equity companies.
- Our investment projects are submitted to an advisory committee made up of external renowned personalities from science and practice for assessment.
- Last but not least our Investment Committee composed of internal experts performs a further in debt analysis of the proposed companies and makes the final investment decision.
Focus on growth
Zürcher Kantonalbank is close to the market with its well established start-up financing arm which has already financed over 280 start-ups with more than CHF 230 million in venture capital. With the Private Equity Growth Fund Switzerland, you invest in innovative companies with great growth potential.
Who are our private equity funds suitable for?
Our private equity funds are aimed exclusively at qualified investors (qualified investors according to CISA) with a long-term investment horizon and an interest in illiquid positions.
Three good reasons to choose us
- Expertise: Our private equity team consists of experienced senior investment directors with a proven track record.
- Investment opportunities: Thanks to our proximity to the start-up scene in Switzerland and Europe as well as to globally active private equity companies, we have access to numerous investment opportunities.
- Governance: Our private equity solutions are embedded in strong interdisciplinary governance within the ecosystem of Zürcher Kantonalbank.
