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ODDO BHF
ODDO BHF is a corporate headquartered in France (Europe). Ranked #201 in the 2026 Dealroom Power Law LP Ranking by realised power-law score across its venture commitments.
Historical Background
- The group's origins trace back to 1849 when Camille Gautier established a stockbroking firm in Marseille, and to 1854 with the founding of Frankfurter Bank in Germany.
- The modern entity stems from Oddo & Cie, a family-owned stockbroker founded in 1967. The name ODDO BHF was adopted in 2017 following the acquisition of German BHF Bank.
Source of Capital
- The firm's capital is primarily derived from private sources, reflecting its family-owned and partnership-based structure.
- The Oddo family holds 65% of the capital, with employees holding a significant 25% stake, underscoring a model of co-entrepreneurship. The remaining 10% is held by strategic partners including the Bettencourt Meyers family.
Major Events
- In 2016, the French company Oddo & Cie acquired BHF Bank, a German institution specializing in small and mid-sized companies, creating a prominent Franco-German financial group.
- The group expanded its Swiss presence through the acquisition of Landolt & Cie, a private bank, in 2020.
Allocation Strategy
- The firm operates across three main business lines: private banking, asset management, and corporate and investment banking.
- Within its asset management activities, ODDO BHF engages in private markets, including private equity and private debt, with experience in fund-of-funds strategies and co-investments.
- The group's private equity focus includes providing clients with access to alternative investments, targeting diversification and long-term returns.