SIF Banat-Crisana is a self-managed closed-end investment company and since March 2018, it is authorized by ASF as alternative investment fund manager. The firm targets the maximizing of portfolio performance, thus increasing the value of the managed assets and the investment income. It aims at efficient management of a diversified portfolio comprised of high-quality assets, capable of providing a steady flow of revenues, preservation and medium-term capital growth, in order to increase the value for shareholders and obtain as high yields for the capital invested. The firm conducts in-house research to make its investments. It typically invests in companies in banking-financial, commerce – real-estate, pharmaceuticals, energy - utilities, cardboard and paper, and hospitality (hotels and restaurants) sectors and other industries. SIF Banat-Crisana was founded in November, 1996 and is based in Romania.