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Sofinnova Closes €650 Million Capital XI to Back Early-Stage Biotech and Medtech

The oversubscribed vehicle is already investing in U.S. and European startups, signaling a rebound in life-sciences fundraising.

Overview

  • Sofinnova Partners finalized Sofinnova Capital XI at €650 million ($750 million), exceeding its initial target.
  • Most capital is earmarked for biotechnology drug developers, with 20% to 30% allocated to medical device companies.
  • The fund is participating in both initial financings and follow-on rounds across core U.S. and European markets.
  • Deployment has begun with investments in several companies, including Actithera and Elevara Medicines.
  • A diverse, largely returning limited partner base from Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East committed, as peers like Medicxi, Deerfield, Omega and Atlas also closed new funds following a Q3 pickup identified by William Blair.