Inter-Risco Acquires Stake in Grupo Veracruz for Almond and Agriculture Growth

Deal News | Jun 03, 2025 | Iberian Lawyer

Inter-Risco Acquires Stake in Grupo Veracruz for Almond and Agriculture Growth

Inter-Risco, a Portuguese private equity firm, has been advised by Telles in acquiring a strategic stake in Grupo Veracruz, a group focusing on almond production and regenerative agriculture. The acquisition was made through the Inter-Risco Consolidar Fund funded by the Banco Português de Fomento under Portugal's Recovery and Resilience Plan. Founded in 1988, Inter-Risco is noted for its mid-market investments, having executed over 112 acquisitions since 2007. This partnership aligns with both Inter-Risco's and Veracruz's commitment to sustainable practices and the creation of substantial economic and environmental value, enhancing Veracruz's influence in the almond sector in Europe. The legal advisory came through Telles's corporate practice team, headed by unnamed counsel, with support from associates André Magalhães and Catarina Isidro.

Sectors

  • Private Equity
  • Agriculture
  • Legal Services

Geography

  • Portugal – Inter-Risco is a Portuguese firm, and Portugal is at the heart of the transaction and associated agricultural practices.
  • Brazil – Grupo Veracruz is a Portuguese-Brazilian group, indicating Brazilian involvement and interests.

Industry

  • Private Equity – The article revolves around Inter-Risco, a private equity firm, acquiring a strategic stake in Grupo Veracruz, reflecting trends and activities within the private equity sector.
  • Agriculture – Grupo Veracruz focuses on almond production and regenerative agriculture, making agriculture a core industry relevant to the article.
  • Legal Services – Telles provided legal counsel for the acquisition, highlighting the involvement of legal services in the transaction.

Financials

  • Not disclosed – The financial terms of the stake acquisition were not disclosed in the article.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Inter-RiscoBuyerCompanyA Portuguese private equity firm acquiring a stake in Grupo Veracruz.
Grupo VeracruzTargetCompanyA Portuguese-Brazilian group focusing on almond production and regenerative agriculture.
TellesLegal AdvisorCompanyProvided legal counsel to Inter-Risco for the acquisition.
Banco Português de FomentoFinancierCompanyManaged the Capitalization and Resilience Fund used in the transaction.