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Gulf Capital was set up with a clear focus: to launch the most dynamic and sophisticated alternative investments company in the Gulf. Our 250 shareholders-partners, directors and staff all strive towards building a best-in-class institution that shines, even by international standards. This ambitious goal is backed by the Firm's unique attributes: | |
- A large initial capital of AED1.225 billion ($330 million) positioning Gulf Capital amongst the largest and best capitalized investment companies in the Gulf
- A diversified shareholding base representing some of the most prestigious and dynamic institutions and leading businessmen in the GCC. Our shareholding is unsurpassed in its quality and breadth and boasts some of the largest pension funds, banks, insurance companies, family offices and sizeable high net worth individuals. Our shareholders are located in every single country in the Gulf, making Gulf Capital one of the first truly regional investment companies.
- A Board of Directors consisting of some of the leading and most respected businessmen in the Gulf with deep industry and financial expertise.
- The first and largest Industry Advisory Board, consisting of some of the leading captains of industry and scions of businesses who bring their deep industry experience and tremendous network to benefit Gulf Capital.
- A strong focus on post-acquisition value creation for our portfolio companies. Gulf Capital is one of the first regional private equity firms to hire a dedicated team of post-acquisition specialists who work closely on the turnaround, restructuring and growth of our portfolio companies.
- A unique expertise in taking companies public and creating successful exits.
- Last but not least, Gulf Capital has assembled a formidable team of private equity and industry professionals with unrivalled track record, global experience and prestigious academic qualifications. All of our professionals have worked at leading global institutions in major centers around the world and are united in their drive to create a new financial powerhouse in the GCC.
Gulf Capital's investment strategy is to seek sizeable stakes in large, profitable and visible companies with leading market share and substantial competitive advantages companies that can be exited at a substantial premium in a short time-frame.
Given the large transactions we recently closed, Gulf Capital is increasingly being referred to as one of the most active and dynamic private equity players in the GCC.
We look forward to further cement this reputation by seeking additional profitable investments for our regional and global investor base.
Dr. Karim El Solh
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Gulf Capital Pvt JSC |
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