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    PrestaCap

    PrestaCap was a private debt platform previously authorised by the FCA for investment-based crowdfunding.

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    N/A
    Minimum investment
    N/A
    AUM / raised
    0
    Founded
    UK
    Geography
    No
    Secondary market
    Debt
    Investment type
    At a glance

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    Asset classes
    Private Debt
    Investment type
    Debt
    Formerly FCA authorised · Formerly FCA-authorised (FRN 664197, until 2 Jul 2020) · FCA Register
    Operator
    Presta Limited · Co. no. 09289254
    Company status
    Dissolved
    N/A
    N/A
    Founded
    0
    Geography
    UK
    No
    Operating status
    Closed
    Last reviewed
    February 2026
    Website
    N/A
    What it was

    What was PrestaCap?

    PrestaCap (PrestaCap Ltd) was a private debt platform previously authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for investment-based crowdfunding. The platform focused on business lending, providing debt financing to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

    PrestaCap's FCA authorisation has since been cancelled. The platform is no longer operational. This profile is maintained for historical reference as part of the FCA FOI Table 1 record of authorised investment-based crowdfunding platforms.

    How it worked

    How did PrestaCap work?

    PrestaCap operated as a debt-based crowdfunding platform, connecting investors with SMEs seeking loan financing. The platform assessed borrower creditworthiness, structured loan terms, and facilitated the lending process between investors and businesses.

    What it offered

    What did PrestaCap offer?

    Debt investments in SME loans, providing investors with interest income from business lending. Loan terms, interest rates, and risk profiles varied by offering. The platform offered secured and unsecured lending opportunities.

    Who it was for

    Who was PrestaCap for?

    Investors seeking fixed-income returns through direct SME lending via a regulated platform. As a formerly FCA-authorised platform whose authorisation has been cancelled, this profile is maintained for historical reference only.

    About this profile

    Sources and methodology

    Last reviewed
    February 2026
    Sources
    FCA FOI Table 1, FCA Register

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    MinimumN/A£250£100$50,000
    FCA statusFormerly FCA authorisedFCA authorisedFCA authorisedNot FCA regulated
    StructureDebtDebt, EquityDebt, EquityDebt
    Secondary marketNoNoNoNo
    Founded0201420142018
    GeographyUKUKUKAfrica & Southeast Asia
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    FAQ
    What is the minimum investment on PrestaCap?
    PrestaCap's minimum investment is N/A.
    Is PrestaCap regulated by the FCA?
    Not any more. Formerly FCA-authorised (FRN 664197, until 2 Jul 2020).
    Does PrestaCap offer a secondary market?
    No, PrestaCap does not currently offer a secondary market.