The Munich-based startup Sub Capitals has found a buyer: The shareholders of Orca Capital AG are acquiring 100 percent of the company. For the startup, this step not only marks the end of a precautionary insolvency filing, but also opens up new prospects for the future.
Sub Capitals withdraws precautionary insolvency
In May, Sub Capitals unexpectedly filed for bankruptcy. At the end of August, the startup announced that Orca Capital shareholders had joined forces as an investor to take over the business and ensure further technological development. The Munich-based startup is thus withdrawing its bankruptcy filing and refocusing on its operational business.
From the beginning, Sub Capitals has relied on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in stock tradingThe team was convinced that AI would fundamentally change the way we trade. But the financing proved to be a hurdle in the difficult market environment: Long sales cycles in the B2B sector pushed the company to its limits. Therefore, the founders specifically sought a strategic partner who shared the vision and could financially secure further development. Co-founder Marius Siegert explained:
"With the shareholders behind Orca Capital AG, we have found a strong strategic partner: Orca was not only the first customer, but also the second-largest investor – a solid foundation of trust with a clear shared vision. We are pleased to have found a sustainable solution for Sub Capitals and look forward to opening the next chapter together."
Focus on technology and business operations
The new owners are relying on the technology developed by the startup. Going forward, the company will work more closely with selected reference clients, including Orca Capital. Since 2024, the Munich-based startup has already supported around 15 financial institutions in five countries with its own AI models for risk management. Christoph Dichtl, one of the Orca shareholders and new managing director of Sub Capitals, says:
"Sub Capitals has a unique technology and data foundation, which we now want to further develop. This will lay a solid foundation for successfully tackling the next steps for Sub Capitals."
Co-founders Marius Siegert and Marc Schmid will remain with the company and continue to work on implementing the company's growth strategy. Franz Liebermann, also a co-founder, will focus on other projects in the future. The financial details of the acquisition have not been disclosed.
