Revolut Ventures to launch in 2027 for private tech investing

What Revolut Ventures will offer

Revolut Ventures is scheduled to launch in 2027, allowing eligible investors to buy shares in private tech companies. The platform is being built in collaboration with Carne Group, which is described as Europe’s largest third-party fund manager. Revolut has not disclosed the criteria for investor eligibility, the countries where the service will be available, or the minimum investment required.

The initiative follows Revolut’s July launch of private market funds, which allow customers in some European countries to invest as little as €1 in funds managed by Apollo, Ares, Hamilton Lane, and Partners Group. These funds target high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors, but Revolut’s existing offering democratized access by lowering the entry threshold.

Why private markets are expanding

Revolut’s move reflects a broader trend: tech companies are waiting longer to go public. According to data cited by The Next Web, the median age of companies at IPO has risen from 6.9 years in 2014 to 11 years in 2025. This shift means individual investors miss out on significant growth opportunities that were previously accessible through public markets.

Recent examples, such as OpenAI’s March round that included $3 billion from individual investors, highlight the growing demand for pre-IPO exposure. However, Revolut cautions that private company shares carry higher risks, including illiquidity and the potential for total loss.

Revolut’s broader ambitions

The launch of Revolut Ventures follows other recent expansions in Revolut’s wealth and investment offerings. In May, the company introduced private banking for clients with at least £500,000 in assets. Revolut also plans a dual listing in London and New York but has not set a date.

Revolut was valued at $115 billion in a July share sale, reinforcing its position as one of Europe’s most valuable private fintech companies.

What this means

Lazyfounder analysis — our interpretation, not reported fact.

Revolut Ventures signals a strategic push into wealth management for retail investors, not just high-net-worth clients. For founders and operators, this is a reminder of the growing demand for accessible private market investments—especially as companies stay private longer. If Revolut succeeds, it could pressure traditional wealth managers and fintech platforms to offer similar products, particularly in markets like India where retail investor participation in alternative assets is rising. However, the risks of private market investing—illiquidity, regulatory uncertainty, and higher volatility—remain significant. Revolut’s partnership with Carne Group suggests it is leaning on established fund administration expertise to navigate these challenges, which may be worth watching for other fintech companies planning similar ventures.

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