Hiker Ventures

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Hiker Ventures is a Brazilian venture capital firm based in Minas Gerais, founded in late 2023 by the M&A boutique Araújo Fontes. It launched its first fund of R$50 million in 2023 and is planning a second fund of R$80 million for 2026. The firm focuses on early-stage investments with a strategy of preparing companies for early exits rather than pursuing unicorn outcomes. Its portfolio includes fintech Greg, which received a R$2 million investment.