ARA CAPITAL
About Us
At Ara Capital, we believe healthcare innovation has the power to transform lives. Our mission is to back forward-thinking healthcare companies with capital, strategic guidance, and operational support to drive sustainable growth and regional impact.
Our Focus
We invest in:
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Dental and outpatient specialist networks
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Primary care and diagnostics
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Surgical centres and ambulatory care
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Healthtech and digital health platforms
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Wellness and longevity medicine businesses
Our Approach
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Sector Expertise: Deep knowledge of healthcare operations and patient-centred care
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Regional Strategy: A Southeast Asia focus with an eye for scalability and cross-border growth
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Operator-Driven: We bring experience not only as investors but also as operators with proven track records in healthcare ventures
Our Funds
Fund I – Fully Exited
Launched: 2019
Exited: 2023
Focus: Dental consolidation in Singapore and Malaysia
Outcome: Annual IRR of 25% to investors; strategic exit completed in under 4 years
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Fund II – Active
Launched: 2023
Maturity: 2028
Focus: Regional expansion in specialist care, day surgery, and medical wellness
Portfolio: 6 companies across Singapore and Malaysia
Status: Fully deployed
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Fund III – Now Open
Launched: 2025
Target Size: USD 50 million
Focus: Diagnostic labs, digital health, multi-site healthcare operators, and regional M&A roll-ups
Investor Base: Family offices, healthcare founders, and institutional investors
Status: Raising capital
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Why Ara Capital
Founder-Led with Clinical Credibility
Our leadership brings together clinical excellence and business execution
Regional Market Access
Proprietary deal flow across Southeast Asia, particularly in underpenetrated Tier 2 cities
Disciplined Capital Management
Proven deployment model, strong compliance, and performance-led governance
Transparent Communication
Quarterly reporting, investor updates, and annual LP summits Portfolio Highlights
