A leading asset management and investment banking platform
SHUAA Capital psc is recognized for its strong track record and pioneering approach to investing through a differentiated, innovative and global product offering focused on public and private markets, debt and real estate.
The asset management segment, one of the region’s largest, manages real estate funds and projects, investment portfolios and funds in the regional equities, fixed income and credit markets; it also provides investment solutions to clients, with a focus on alternative investment strategies. The investment banking segment provides corporate finance advisory, transaction services, private placement, public offerings of equity and debt securities, while also creating market liquidity on OTC fixed income products. The firm is regulated as a financial investment company by the Securities and Commodities Authority.
2,000+
Total Clients
350+
Employees
10
Regulatory Bodies
4
Countries of Operation
6
Business Sub-Segments
Long-standing 42 year history and reputation as a leading platform in the region, creating value and delivering sustainable returns
Arabian General Investment Corporation (AGICO) established in the UAE
AGICO listed on the Kuwaiti Stock Exchange
AGICO renamed SHUAA Capital PSC
Global financial crisis resulting in largest loss in SHUAA’s history
Incorporation of ADFG
ADFG acquisition of 48.4% of SHUAA
SHUAA refocuses on investment banking and capital markets businesses; expansion into Kuwait and Turkey SHUAA’s best financial results since 2007
Merger of ADFG with SHUAA
Provide clients with multi-asset class expertise with a demonstrable track record
Accelerate growth as a leading regional Asset Management firm
Diversify revenue streams and enhance profitability
Create shareholder value through significant synergies
SHUAA provides investment opportunities across clearly defined segments
- Asset Management
- Investment Banking
- Corporate
Public Markets
- Fixed Income
- Equities
- DPM Portfolios
Private Markets
- Fund Investments
- Direct & Co-Investments
Real Estate
Vertically integrated specialist platforms across the value chain and geographies
- Development
- Asset Management
- Fund Management
- Advisory
Debt
- Mezzanine Debt
- Subordinated Debt
- Senior Secured Debt
Banking
- M&A Advisory
- DCM
- ECM
Markets
- Sales
- Trading
Investment Management
- Global Execution
- Brokerage Services
- Custody
Corporate
Operating across geographies
Countries of Operation
Employees
Nationalities
A track record of driving product innovation and strategic partnerships
Launched the first Secondary Private Equity Fund in the GCC
Established the first listed investment vehicle that invests in the GCC1
1 Qannas Investments Limited is no longer listed
Created fund structures with direct investment into prime London real estate developments
Launched the first constructivist strategy public equity fund in the GCC
Launched the first mezzanine debt platform in the UAE, providing last mile financing
Established regional strategic partnerships
Established global strategic partnerships (500 Startups)
Established regional strategic partnerships
ICC Fund Platform
The first Sharia- compliant funds within an ICC umbrella to launch in the Abu Dhabi Global Market
SHUAA Financing Opportunities Fund
Launched fund focused on private Islamic financing in the GCC
SHUAA USD 150 bond issuance
SHUAA invests in Anghami- MENA’s
leading technology streaming service
We have implemented the best platform to leverage our combined strengths and accelerate our growth ambitions
Our strength and value as an industry- leading, diversified and profitable company are underpinned by proven achievements, including a record of growth, a unique product offering, recurring revenue streams, strong margins and most importantly, the ability to scale.
This is showcased by our resilient financial performance throughout 2020 despite the backdrop and challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
As a combined firm, we generate a significant proportion of our revenues from recurring AUM business in addition to achieving high IRRs across investment platforms. As a combined company, we are led by a best-in-class Board of Directors and a seasoned and dynamic senior management team.