Viola Credit

A global alternative credit investment manager providing credit solutions to technology companies and fintech lenders.

Institutional Active Tel Aviv, Israel Est. 2000
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Last updated 2026-07-20
Portfolio
4
in our dataset
Rounds participated
7
Rounds led
0
Rounds' value
$84.4M
total disclosed, rounds participated
Stages
C Round, E Round, D Round, G Round, A Round, B Round, F Round

About

Viola Credit, formerly known as Plenus, is a global alternative credit investment manager and lending firm based in Tel Aviv, Israel. Founded in 2000, it is part of the Viola Group, Israel's leading technology-focused investment group. The firm provides credit solutions to global technology companies, supporting their growth through two main credit offerings: growth lending and asset-backed lending. Viola Credit operates from offices in New York, London, and Tel Aviv, supporting a portfolio that spans across 10 countries.

Portfolio · 4

RR Media
Digital Media Services
2 rounds $37.4M committed Latest: 2014-04
myThings
Customized Programmatic Ad Solutions
2 rounds $25.0M committed Latest: 2012-03
Metrolight
LED and IoT Solutions
1 round $4.0M committed Latest: 2011-12
YCD Multimedia
Digital Signage Solutions
2 rounds $18.0M committed Latest: 2011-10

Investment activity

20 portfolio exits on record.

Portfolio by sector

Business Software17
Fintech & Insurtech11
Industrial Technologies5
Media & Entertainment Technologies4
Energy Tech2
Health Tech & Life Sciences2
Retail Platforms1
Undisclosed1

Funds · 13

  • Customer Growth Financing — $300M Feb 2026
  • Growth Lending — $350M Nov 2025
  • credit fund III — $2B Oct 2025
  • 10 — $200M Oct 2023
  • 9 — $700M May 2022
  • 8 — $400M Feb 2020
  • 7 — $60M Apr 2019
  • 6 — $150M Jan 2018
  • 5 — $57M Apr 2016
  • 4 — $120M Jan 2007
  • 3 — $95.6M Jan 2006
  • 2 — $56M Jan 2004

Q&A

What is Viola Credit's most recent fund close?
Viola Credit closed its "Customer Growth Financing" fund in February 2026, raising $300M.
What was Viola Credit's second most recent fund close?
Viola Credit closed its "Growth Lending" fund in November 2025, raising $350M.
What was Viola Credit's third most recent fund close?
Viola Credit closed its "credit fund III" in October 2025, raising $2B.
What was Viola Credit's most recent exit?
Viola Credit saw an exit in June 2022 with the acquisition of Cellwize by Qualcomm for $300M.
What is Viola Credit's primary investment focus?
Viola Credit is a global alternative credit asset manager that provides flexible, tailored credit solutions for global technology companies, supporting growth through Growth Lending and Asset Backed Lending.
Which sectors does Viola Credit primarily invest in?
Viola Credit shows a strong concentration in Business Software and Fintech & Insurtech, with 29 and 17 investment rounds respectively.
Who is a key founder at Viola Credit?
Ruthi (Simha) Furman is a Founder & General Partner at Viola Credit.
What is the total number of funds managed by Viola Credit?
Viola Credit manages 13 funds, including 'Customer Growth Financing' and 'Growth Lending'.
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