Observed Signal · Sep 1, 2026 · Funding · Source: EU-Startups · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Auxxo Closes Female Catalyst Fund II at €33.3 Million
Berlin-based venture capital firm Auxxo has completed the final close of its Female Catalyst Fund II at €33.3 million, representing a 75% increase over its predecessor. Anchor-invested by the European Investment Fund (EIF), the fund also secured backing from Aurum Impact, EnBW New Ventures, Cherry Ventures, Speedinvest, and numerous business angels, with over 50% of its limited partners being women. Auxxo focuses on pre-seed and seed-stage co-investments across Europe in startups with at least one female founder holding a minimum of 20% equity. To date, the fund has backed 11 companies, including AI-driven platforms such as Delta Labs and Resolutiion. Additionally, Auxxo has launched a pan-European matchmaking platform to help women find co-founders and build diverse teams.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Auxxo finalized its Auxxo Female Catalyst Fund II at €33.3 million, marking over 75% growth compared to its first fund.
- The European Investment Fund (EIF) acted as the anchor investor for the fund close.
- More than 50% of the fund's limited partners (LPs) are women.
- The fund has already invested in 11 startups, including Emidat, Marble Imaging, and AI platform Delta Labs.
- Auxxo launched a pan-European Founder Matchmaking Platform to connect female solo founders, operators, and capital-seeking teams.
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