If you’re a fundraiser raising capital across borders, one questions matters more than any other:
Who should I be reaching out to today?
Without a clean, up-to-date database of investor contacts, you’re operating in the dark. Wasting time on outdated leads, generic outreach, and missed opportunities.
And when it comes to international markets - meaning investors outside of the U.S. - that problem multiplies. Every region has different players, preferences, and protocols. Whether you’re approaching European pension funds, Middle Eastern sovereign wealth, or Asia-Pacific family offices, you need the right intel to connect with the right allocators.
In this post, we’ll break down the top international investor databases for fundraisers and capital-raising professionals. If you’re serious about building global relationships, expanding your reach, and closing more mandates, read on.
When we say “international” we really mean “outside the U.S.”. But Dakota International does more than just offer global coverage. It’s the global arm of Dakota Marketplace, one of the most trusted investor databases in North America - and now, it’s bringing that same accuracy, ease of use, and sales-first mindset to fundraisers raising capital in Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and beyond.
What sets Dakota International apart?
- Built by fundraisers, for fundraisers: Every feature is designed for capital raisers who want to prioritize decision-makers, not dig through spreadsheets.
- Continuously updated allocator profiles: From pensions to private banks, SWFs to family offices — with verified contact info and regional insights.
- Global reach, U.S. included: Even though Dakota International focuses on non-U.S. markets, you also have the full U.S. coverage of Dakota Marketplace included - so you’re covered worldwide.
Whether you’re entering a new region or scaling your global footprint, Dakota International helps you go to market with clarity, structure, and speed.
PitchBook provides detailed data on private capital markets, including companies, investors, deals, and service providers across the globe. While it's often used for VCs, private equity, and M&A data, investment sales teams use PitchBook to track institutional investors, fund managers, and capital-raising activity. Its international scope and deal-level transparency make it especially useful for firms looking to track investor movements and market activity in emerging and established markets alike.
Preqin specializes in alternatives - including private equity, venture capital, real estate, infrastructure, private debt, and hedge funds. You’ll access insights into fundraising trends across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East. Preqin provides comprehensive coverage globally, with tools that support both strategic targeting and market mapping.
CB Insights delivers insights into startups, corporate investors, and market signals across tech-driven sectors. For sales professionals, it’s a valuable resource for understanding emerging market trends, tracking strategic investments, and identifying fast-growing private companies with institutional backing. CB Insights adds global intelligence that complements more traditional investor data platforms.
Capital IQ, a product of S&P Global, offers a powerful database covering public and private companies, institutional investors, and market transactions. Its international coverage spans equity, debt, M&A activity, fund data, and financials, making it a top resource for understanding firm-level strategy, investor relationships, and market positioning. It’s particularly helpful for sales professionals working in global asset management, private capital fundraising, and institutional outreach.
IC Research is a growing platform focused on the global institutional consultant landscape. It provides detailed intelligence on investment consultants, OCIOs, and field consultants who influence institutional manager selection decisions worldwide. For investment sales professionals navigating the consultant-driven buying process, IC Research offers a unique window into who’s advising who, what strategies are favored, and how to prioritize outreach across consultant teams globally.
With Intelligence is a global data and insights platform that connects the asset management industry with investor intelligence across hedge funds, private markets, and real assets. Its suite includes well-known products like HFM, Fundmap, and REDD Intelligence, giving investment sales professionals access to allocator profiles, fund launches, manager movements, and investment mandates.
Take the Guesswork Out of Global Fundraising
Raising capital internationally is more competitive and relationship-driven than ever. You need more than names and numbers, you need verified contacts, regional insights, and a system that keeps you organized and on target.
Whether you’re expanding into new markets or optimizing outreach in ones you already know, investing in the right international database can dramatically improve your ROI.
If you’re looking for accuracy, coverage, and speed - across both the U.S. and global markets - Dakota International is the clear choice.
Learn more information about Dakota International and book a demo here!
