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Moonfare
ActiveEuropean platform providing access to top-tier PE/VC funds with semi-annual secondary auctions via Lexington Partners.
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Last updated: 2026-01-23
Moonfare Overview
Moonfare is a European-based platform providing individual investors access to top-tier private equity and venture capital funds that typically require multi-million dollar minimums. The platform conducts semi-annual secondary auctions in partnership with Lexington Partners.
Platform Model
- •Meet institutional fund minimums
- •Access top-quartile managers
- •Diversify across strategies
- •Provide secondary liquidity options
Secondary Auctions
- •Existing investors to sell positions
- •New investors to acquire stakes
- •Price discovery through bidding
- •Lexington Partners partnership
Fund Access
- •KKR
- •EQT
- •Permira
- •Carlyle
- •And other top-tier GPs
European Regulation
- •BaFin (Germany) - Primary regulator
- •FCA (UK) - For UK operations
- •Various EU passporting
Investment Process
- 1.Complete qualification (€50K minimum)
- 2.Review available funds
- 3.Make allocation decisions
- 4.Capital calls over investment period
- 5.Optional: Sell via secondary auction
Pros
- +Access to top-tier fund managers
- +Semi-annual secondary auctions
- +Lexington Partners partnership
- +European regulatory framework
Cons
- −Not FINRA registered (US)
- −European focus
- −No real-time pricing
- −€50K minimum
Best For
- European investors
- Those seeking PE/VC fund access
- Investors wanting top manager exposure
Key Features
Top-tier fund accessSecondary auctionsLexington partnershipBaFin/FCA regulated
Notable Companies Available
Lexington PartnersKKREQTPermira funds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moonfare and how does it work?
Moonfare is a fund stakes platform founded in 2016 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. European platform providing access to top-tier PE/VC funds with semi-annual secondary auctions via Lexington Partners. It operates under Moonfare GmbH. The platform serves both individual and institutional investors.
What fees does Moonfare charge?
Moonfare has a undefined% buyer fee structure. The minimum investment is $50K.
What companies can I invest in through Moonfare?
Moonfare provides access to numerous private companies with a focus on PE/VC Funds. Notable companies available include Lexington Partners, KKR, EQT, Permira funds. The platform primarily covers all companies. Availability changes frequently based on seller interest and issuer approval requirements.
Who is Moonfare best suited for?
Moonfare is best for european investors, those seeking pe/vc fund access, investors wanting top manager exposure. Accreditation is required (Yes - Individual).
Fee Impact Calculator
Estimate total costs when investing through Moonfare
Investment
$50K
Total Fees
$0
Net Deployed
$50K
No buyer fees — 100% of capital deployed
Exit Scenarios (after fees)
Based on minimum investment of $50K. Actual fees may vary. Does not account for taxes, carry, or time value of money. See our methodology for details.
People Also Ask
How does Moonfare compare to other Fund Stakes platforms?
Moonfare ranks among the top-rated platforms in the fund stakes space with 10 years of operation. It competes on institutional-grade infrastructure with a $50K minimum. Compare platforms side-by-side on our comparison page.
What is the minimum investment on Moonfare?
The minimum investment on Moonfare is $50K. Investors must meet yes - individual accreditation requirements. Both individual and institutional investors are accepted.
Is Moonfare legitimate and trustworthy?
Moonfare has been operating since 2016 (10 years). It is not FINRA-registered. As with all private market investments, conduct thorough due diligence.
Can I sell my shares on Moonfare?
Moonfare supports secondary sales. Price discovery may vary depending on the security. Liquidity in private markets is limited compared to public exchanges.
What types of companies are available on Moonfare?
Moonfare provides access to a curated selection of private companies focused on PE/VC Funds. The platform specializes in all companies. Notable names include Lexington Partners, KKR, EQT, among others. Availability changes based on supply and issuer approval.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 2016
- Headquarters
- Berlin, Germany
- Min. Investment
- $50K
- Buyer Fee
- N/A
- Seller Fee
- N/A
- Accreditation
- Yes - Individual
- Investor Types
- Both
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