Abacus Financial Services Limited
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Johannesburg, South Africa
Countries of investment
- South Africa
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
- Series B
Industries
- Fintech
- Blockchain
- AI
- Cybersecurity
About
Abacus is a leading fiduciary, fund administration, and tax services specialist with over 35 years of experience. Operating from the Isle of Man and Malta, Abacus offers a wide range of international services, delivering bespoke solutions and structured support to high-net-worth individuals and institutions.
Abacus is a leading fiduciary, fund administration, and tax services specialist with over 35 years of experience. Operating from the Isle of Man and Malta, Abacus offers a wide range of international services, delivering bespoke solutions and structured support to high-net-worth individuals and institutions.
Investment Thesis
Abacus Financial Services focuses on offering secured housing loans using retirement savings as collateral. Their approach is designed to support individuals in accessing financing while leveraging their retirement assets, with an emphasis on responsible borrowing and financial education.
Manager's Experience
Top-tier fund manager with extensive experience in early-stage technology investments across North America and Europe. Engaged in approximately 25 deals with a portfolio size of over $500 million. Notable exits include several successful IPOs in the SaaS and digital health sectors. Known for a contrarian investment style, emphasizing rigorous due diligence and market analysis.
Team
Michael Hodgson
Andrew Ashworth