Business Description:
CVC Limited (CVC) is an Australian companyventure capital firm with principal activities including the provision of investment, development and venture capital as well as property finance and development. The Company is also engaged in investments in listed entities and funds management. Through its fully owned subsidiary, CVC Managers Pty Ltd, CVC manages four major investments: CVC Renewable Energy Equity Fund (CVC REEF); CVC Sustainable Investments; CVC Private Equity; and CVC Property Fund.

Strategy Analysis:
CVC's growth strategy is to structure an investment portfolio with a combination of alternative asset classes to deliver superior returns. CVC holds a diversified portfolio of asset classes including listed equity, private equity, venture capital, pooled development funds, property investments, management buy-outs and buy-ins and restructuring. CVC's portfolio is also structured to provide a blend of growth and income producing assets, including a particular focus on private equity/venture capital assets. CVC's investment criteria in its private equity business is as follows : companies exhibiting growth rates of 10% or more per annum in existing but expanding markets; strong competitive advantage and high barriers to entry (technology & economics); revenue model with recurrent and scaleable characteristics; protected intellectual property; quality management team with proven track record and clear exit strategy.