Jefferson Capital, a St. Louis Park-based debt buyer and servicer, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) aiming to raise $100 million. The company, which ranks as the third-largest debt buyer and servicer in North America, plans to list its common stock on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol 'JCAP'.

Strong Financial Performance

In 2024, Jefferson Capital reported a 55% increase in revenue, reaching $154.9 million, and a 126% rise in profits to $68.1 million. The company attributes this growth to strategic acquisitions and efficient management of charged-off consumer accounts.

IPO Details and Use of Proceeds

While the exact number of shares and price range have not been determined, Jefferson Capital intends to use the proceeds from the offering to create a public market for its shares, restructure corporate debt, and provide financial flexibility for general operating purposes. Existing shareholders are expected to retain a controlling interest of more than 50% of the company’s shares after the offering.

Company Background

Founded in 2002 by CEO David Burton, Jefferson Capital began by acquiring the consumer accounts of the former Fingerhut catalog company. The company now employs 720 individuals across 10 offices in locations including Denver, San Antonio, London, and Toronto. Jefferson Capital specializes in acquiring charged-off consumer accounts, primarily from installment loans and credit card debt, as well as auto and student loans, and debts to utilities and telecom companies.

Recent Acquisitions

In a significant move last fall, Jefferson Capital acquired the consumer accounts of two furniture firms, Conn’s and Badcock Home Furniture & More, which had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The $340 million deal added approximately 200 employees to its collections office in San Antonio.

If successful, Jefferson Capital's IPO would mark Minnesota's second major public offering in less than a year, following med-tech company Anteris Technologies' IPO in December. The offering is expected to attract attention from investors seeking exposure to the financial services sector, particularly in the niche market of debt purchasing and servicing.

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As reported by Star Tribune, Jefferson Capital has filed for a $100 million IPO.