Investor was founded by the Wallenberg family in 1916. For more than a century, we have built and backed companies that have grown to shape industries.

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Engaged owner of high-quality, global companies

We create value for people and society by building strong and sustainable companies. Through substantial ownership and board participation, we drive initiatives that we believe create value and support our companies to remain or become best-in-class.

We create value for people and society by building strong and sustainable businesses.

Business areas

Our investments are divided into three business areas, Listed Companies, Patricia Industries and Investments in EQT.

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Listed Companies

Nordic-rooted with global operations, our listed companies have strong market positions and proven track records across engineering, healthcare, financial services, and technology.

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Patricia Industries

Patricia Industries owns and builds private companies across the Nordics and North America, with a focus on healthcare, industrial technology, and infrastructure.

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Investments in EQT

Investor was one of the founders of EQT in 1994. Today, the business area consists of our ownership in EQT AB and our investments in EQT funds.

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How the Wallenberg Ecosystem is funding excellent research

Investor is through our main owner, the Wallenberg Foundations, part of a unique ecosystem. The purpose of the Wallenberg Foundations is the betterment of Sweden through funding of excellent research and research projects. Since 1917, more than SEK 50bn has been awarded in grants. As an engaged and long-term owner of high-quality companies, we can pay dividends to our owners. In 2025, Investor paid dividends of SEK 3.7bn to the Wallenberg Foundations.

Investor has operated with the same business philosophy since the company was founded in 1916 – to invest in companies and actively contribute as a leading shareholder to their long-term success.

Building great companies for more than 110 years

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People at the center

Skilled employees are at the center of our business model. We strive to create a sustainable, inclusive and attractive workplace, where people feel they can have positive impact.

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    Our Companies

    We create value for people and society by building strong and sustainable companies.

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    Business areas

    Our investments are divided into three business areas, Listed Companies, Patricia Industries and Investments in EQT.

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    Annual Report 2025

    Read more about our targets and progress in our Annual Report.

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