BNDES
General contacts
Investor type
VC
Founded
1952
AUM
-
Location
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Investor profile last updated: 21 August, 2026
Profile
The Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) is a federal public company associated with the Ministry of Development, Industry and Foreign Trade. Its goal is to provide long-term financing for endeavors that contribute to the country's development.
The results of the endeavors financed by BNDES can be seen in the improved competitiveness of the Brazilian economy as well is in the higher quality of life of its population.
BNDES also seeks to strengthen the capital structure of private companies, the development of capital markets, the trading of machines and equipment and the financing of exports.
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FAQs about BNDES
Is BNDES a venture capital or private equity firm?
BNDES is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Series B, Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Where is BNDES located?
BNDES is located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
When was BNDES founded?
BNDES was founded in 1952.
What sectors and industries does BNDES invest in?
BNDES invests in companies and startups in Education, Fintech, Industrial, Software, Transportation, Business Services (B2B), Edtech, Financial Services, Gaming, Marketing and Advertising, Other, Robotics, LegalTech, AdTech.
What is BNDES geographical focus of investments?
BNDES invests in companies and startups in South America.
At what stages of companies and startups does BNDES typically invest in?
BNDES invests in companies and startups at Series B, Seed, Series A.
What is the usual amount of BNDES investment?
BNDES usually invests $1-5 m on average.
What are the contacts of BNDES?
BNDES can be reached through its website bndes.gov.br/wps/portal/site/home, its LinkedIn page and its X account. Cold-mailing a general inbox rarely reaches a partner, so Private Equity List also lists the investment-team contacts for BNDES — names, roles, verified work emails and LinkedIn profiles — available on a Pro plan from $129/month (see pricing). Contacts are sourced from the firm's website and LinkedIn and re-verified on a rolling cycle. Spot a stale contact, or none at all? Report it — we re-run that firm within 48h and get back to you.
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