Golden Visa Fund Comparison
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR vs PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
Compare Mercúrio Fund II, FCR and PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II side-by-side: fees, terms, performance metrics, and Golden Visa eligibility.
Private Equity
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
Managed by Oxy Capital
Verified Partner
VS
Venture Capital
PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
Managed by Quadrantis Capital – Sociedade de Capital de Risco, S.A.
Unverified
Quick Decision Guide
Choose Mercúrio Fund II, FCR if you prioritize lower management fees and lower minimum investment. Choose PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II if you prefer venture capital exposure.
Key Financials
€100,000Best
Min. Investment
€200,000
Min. Investment
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
€100,000PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
€200,000Not disclosed
Target Return
Best6–8% p.a.
Target Return
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
Not disclosedPEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
6–8% p.a.€50M
Fund Size
€25M
Fund Size
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
€50MPEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
€25M2025
Established
2024
Established
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
2025PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
2024Fees & Costs
2%Best
Management Fee
2.5%
Management Fee
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
2%PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
2.5%20%
Performance Fee
30%
Performance Fee
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
20%PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
30%2%
Subscription Fee
3%
Subscription Fee
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
2%PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
3%Not disclosed
Redemption Fee
Not disclosed
Redemption Fee
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
Not disclosedPEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
Not disclosed5%
Hurdle Rate
6%
Hurdle Rate
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
5%PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
6%Liquidity & Terms
End of Term
Redemption
End of Term
Redemption
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
End of TermPEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
End of Term96 months
Lock-up Period
36 months
Lock-up Period
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
96 monthsPEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
36 monthsNot disclosed
Risk Band
Not disclosed
Risk Band
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
Not disclosedPEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
Not disclosedPrivate Equity
Category
Venture Capital
Category
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
Private EquityPEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
Venture CapitalEstimated Fees on €500,000 Investment
Management fees over 6 years (excludes performance fees)
Lower Cost
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
€70,000
PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II
€90,000
Geographic Allocation
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
Portugal
80%
International
20%
PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II: Not disclosed
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Frequently Asked Questions
The main differences include investment focus (Private Equity vs Venture Capital), minimum investment amounts (€100,000 vs €200,000), management fees (2% vs 2.5%), and fund managers (Oxy Capital vs Quadrantis Capital – Sociedade de Capital de Risco, S.A.). Each fund has different risk profiles and return targets suited to different investor preferences.
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR has the lower management fee at 2% compared to 2.5%. However, consider the total cost including performance fees: Mercúrio Fund II, FCR charges 20% performance fee while PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II charges 30%. The overall value depends on your investment goals and expected returns.
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR requires a minimum investment of €100,000, while PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II requires €200,000. Both funds meet the Portugal Golden Visa minimum requirement of €500,000. Choose based on your available capital and diversification strategy.
Both Mercúrio Fund II, FCR and PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II are marketed by their managers as intended for the Portugal Golden Visa program, meeting the minimum €500,000 investment requirement and being properly regulated investment funds. Eligibility must be confirmed with Portuguese legal counsel before investing.
The choice between private equity (Mercúrio Fund II, FCR) and venture capital (PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II) depends on your risk tolerance and investment goals. Private equity investments typically offer different risk-return profiles compared to venture capital. Consider your portfolio diversification needs and long-term investment strategy.
Redemption terms vary between funds. Mercúrio Fund II, FCR offers End of Term redemptions, while PEEIF II – Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II provides End of Term redemption opportunities. Check the specific notice periods and any redemption fees that may apply. Consider your liquidity needs when choosing between these options.
All fund data is regularly verified against official sources including fund prospectuses, regulatory filings, and direct communication with fund managers. Data freshness indicators show when each fund's information was last updated. We recommend reviewing the latest fund documents and speaking with the fund managers before making investment decisions.
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