Araquot Partners | Private Equity for the Lower Middle Market Araquot Partners is a private investment firm exclusively focused on acquiring and growing lower middle market companies. We buy and grow smaller, niche businesses that often fall outside the parameters of the typical professional investor due to a variety of factors such as size, owner transition, or a need for "hands-on" management. Our team has particular experience and interest in the industry sectors of media, direct marketing, consumer / retail and business services.