3i Group plc is a British investment company that specialises in private equity and infrastructure. The company is based in London, England and is listed on the London Stock Exchange as part of the FTSE 100 Index.
3i's private equity business invests in mid-market companies with an enterprise value of GBP100–500 million, focusing on sectors like healthcare, consumer, industrial technology, and business and technology services. Its infrastructure business invests in economic infrastructure projects in Europe and North America, including utilities, transport, communications, natural resources, and healthcare. 3i also acts as an investment adviser to 3i Infrastructure Plc, which focuses on greenfield project investments.
3i has been in business for over 75 years, starting in 1945 with a capital of £15 million. The company has offices in seven countries across three continents.
3i share price launched at 195p in 1994.