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Danish holding and investment company that manages the assets of the Novo Nordisk Foundation

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About Novo Holdings A/S

Novo Holdings A/S is a holding and investment company headquartered in Copenhagen. It manages the assets and wealth of the Novo Nordisk Foundation, and it is the controlling shareholder of Novo Nordisk and Novonesis.

Its stated purpose is to improve health and the sustainability of society by earning long-term returns for the foundation.

Products and services

  • Life science investing: invests in life science companies at every stage of development.
  • Venture investing: private and public venture investments, including support for Nordic startups.
  • Diversified portfolio: holds equities, bonds, real estate, infrastructure and private equity.
  • Ownership of the Novo Group: acts as a supportive owner of the companies in that group.

Clients

Life science companies, from early-stage ventures to established businesses, and the Novo Nordisk Foundation as the beneficiary of its returns.

Key facts

  • Based in: Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Other offices: London, San Francisco, Boston, Singapore, Shanghai and Mumbai
  • Owner's focus: responsible investment alongside financial returns

Profile written by TrustList from the business's own published information, Oct 2026.

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