Client Update | 23 October 2026

eQ strengthens its alternative investment expertise and expands international sales 

International expansion is a key priority in eQ’s strategy for 2026–2030. Through the acquisition of Sweden-based Genesta Property Nordic AB, announced on 23 October 2026, eQ is taking the first step towards building an international private markets platform.

For eQ, the acquisition of Genesta represents more than an expansion of its real estate business. Stockholm will become a key hub for international sales across eQ’s alternative investment offering. In addition to real estate investment capabilities, eQ will have the opportunity to strengthen also its private equity investment team with resources in Stockholm, one of Europe’s leading private equity centres. Expanding international sales in both real estate and private equity requires the ability to establish funds in Luxembourg. Genesta has a Luxembourg-registered alternative investment fund manager (AIFM), which will become part of eQ through the acquisition, as well as three active Luxembourg-registered real estate funds.

For our clients, the acquisition of Genesta means:

• We can strengthen our resources and expertise in real estate and private equity investments.
• We can better serve our clients by offering access to real estate funds and portfolios diversified across multiple countries and managed by eQ’s own team.
• A real estate offering extending beyond Finland appeals to international investors. A more international eQ will be a more attractive partner and, as part of a broader offering, can attract capital to the Finnish real estate market.

Founded in 2003, Genesta manages approximately EUR 1 billion in real estate assets across the Nordic region. eQ manages nearly EUR 3 billion in real estate assets in Finland and more than EUR 4 billion in private equity assets internationally.  

For further information, please contact your relationship manager, visit eQ.fi or email asiakaspalvelu (at) eq.fi.