The head of Bahrain's sovereign wealth fund quit over differences of strategy with the board, disappointed by its lack of deal-making as it focuses on reviving loss-making domestic assets, sources familiar with the matter said on Tuesday.
February 29, 2012 1:39
Investment managers must go beyond facts and learn to woo potential clients in the region through good reputation and genuine human connection, says Precious de Leon.
October 4, 2011 3:39
With Dubai not having seen an IPO in over three years, MENA's private equity funds are scrambling for profits before investment exits. Analysts say M&As will lead the way.
October 3, 2011 1:40
Gulf Arab state Bahrain is planning to issue a $1 billion sovereign Islamic bond and has mandated three banks for the proposed sale, banking sources said.
September 27, 2011 11:14
Gulf sovereign wealth funds may be tempted to make a quick injection into failing European banks but Una Galani hopes they’ve learned from their mistakes in 2007.
September 24, 2011 5:39
ADIA will boost private equity portfolio-sources, leading to a doubling in private equity staffing. This, while sources say the current level of infrastructure investments is unsatisfactory.
September 14, 2011 9:02
The BBC takes a look at why London landmarks such as Harrods, the Shard and some of Canary Wharf being bought up with money from Qatar.
May 2, 2011 10:34
Diar to invest in fund to finance $700 mln development; Barwa Bank subsidiary to co-invest in and manage fund; Deal is company's first investment in US
April 5, 2011 1:45
LIA is one of the most opaque sovereign wealth funds in the world.
February 24, 2011 2:54
Gulf investors plan overseas expansion following $2.2 billion acquisition of famous London department store.
May 10, 2010 2:21
The QIA just reportedly pumped around $150m for a stake in a UK-based property developer.
September 28, 2008 10:45
From beach scandals to inaugurating the A380, the world’s largest plane, the country has been hogging the limelight worldwide.
September 16, 2008 12:45
With Dubai and Abu Dhabi clashing over the acquisition of the Morgans Hotel Group, it brings up the all too familiar debate between the two Emirates
August 13, 2008 10:15