Janus Henderson expands Middle East presence with strategic Client Group hire

  

Janus Henderson expands Middle East presence with strategic Client Group hire

 

 

10 February 2026

 

United Arab Emirates - Janus Henderson today announces the appointment of Naveen Kumar M as Senior Associate Director. Naveen, who joined the firm on 9 February 2026, will be based in Dubai and report to Meshal AlFaras, Managing Director, Head of Middle East, Africa & Central Asia.

 

In this newly-created role, Naveen will be responsible for cultivating relationships with the intermediary channels in the region including regional and global banks and insurance companies. This strategic hire underscores the firm’s continued commitment to expanding and strengthening its intermediary business across the Middle East.

 

Naveen brings more than 22 years of experience in financial services to the role. Most recently, he spent 15 years at Franklin Templeton, including the last six years based in Dubai as Regional Sales Manager for the Middle East. In this role, he spearheaded mutual fund distribution across the UAE, Qatar, and Oman, with a focus on banks, insurance companies, brokers, and digital wealth platforms. Prior to relocating to Dubai, Naveen held senior sales and distribution roles with Franklin Templeton in India, HSBC Asset Management, ICICI Bank, and Karvy Stock Broking.

 

Since establishing its regional presence in 2012, Janus Henderson has built a solid foundation across the Middle East, Africa and Central Asia. Naveen’s appointment marks the next phase of growth as the firm continues to deepen engagement with intermediary partners and expand its presence across key markets.

 

“I’m thrilled to welcome Naveen to the team,” said Meshal AlFaras, Head of Middle East, Africa & Central Asia. “His extensive experience across retail and intermediary business channels, digital wealth solutions, and long‑term distributor partnerships, combined with his strong regional relationships and proven track record in driving intermediary business growth, will be instrumental as we build on the foundations established since 2012 and strengthen our presence in the Middle East intermediary channels.”

 

Naveen Kumar, Senior Associate Director, said of his appointment:

“I am honoured to be joining Janus Henderson at such an exciting time. The firm has built a strong reputation and an established platform across the Middle East, and I look forward to contributing to its next phase of growth. I’m excited to partner with our clients, strengthen distributor relationships, and help expand the firm’s intermediary footprint across the region.”

 

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جانس هاندرسن تعزز حضورها الإقليمي في الشرق الأوسط بتعيين استراتيجي في فريق علاقات العملاء

 

 

الإمارات العربية المتحدة، 10 فبراير 2026

 

أعلنت جانس هاندرسن اليوم عن تعيين نافين كومار إم في منصب مدير مشارك أول، والذي انضم إلى الشركة بتاريخ 9 فبراير 2026. وسيباشر نافين مهامه من مكتب الشركة في دبي، وذلك تحت الإشراف المباشر للسيد مشعل الفرس، الرئيس التنفيذي لمنطقة الشرق الأوسط وأفريقيا وآسيا الوسطى.

 

وسيتولى نافين في منصبه المستحدَث مسؤولية بناء وتعزيز العلاقات مع القنوات الوسيطة في المنطقة، والتي تشمل البنوك الإقليمية والعالمية وشركات التأمين. وتعكس هذه الخطوة التزام الشركة المتواصل بتوسيع وتعزيز أعمال القنوات الوسيطة في مختلف أنحاء الشرق الأوسط.

 

ويتمتع نافين بخبرة تزيد على 22 عاماً في قطاع الخدمات المالية، وشغل خلال الأعوام الـ15 الماضية مناصب متعددة لدى شركة "فرانكلين تمبلتون"، بما فيها الأعوام الستة الأخيرة التي قضاها في دبي كمدير إقليمي للمبيعات في منطقة الشرق الأوسط.

 

وقاد نافين خلال فترة توليه هذا المنصب عمليات توزيع الصناديق الاستثمارية المشتركة في كل من دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة ودولة قطر وسلطنة عُمان، مع تركيز خاص على البنوك وشركات التأمين وشركات الوساطة ومنصات الثروات الرقمية. وقد شغل قبل انتقاله إلى دبي مناصب عليا في مجال المبيعات والتوزيع في كل من "فرانكلين تمبلتون" في الهند، و"إتش إس بي سي آسيت مانجمنت" لإدارة الأصول، ومصرف "آي سي آي سي آي"، وشركة "كارفي ستوك بروكينج" للوساطة المالية.

 

ونجحت جانس هاندرسن منذ إطلاق حضورها الإقليمي في عام 2012 في بناء قاعدة أعمال راسخة في منطقة الشرق الأوسط وأفريقيا وآسيا الوسطى. ويأتي تعيين نافين في إطار المرحلة التالية من مسيرة نمو الشركة التي تشهد تعميق علاقاتها مع شركائها من القنوات الوسيطة، وتوسيع حضورها في الأسواق الرئيسية.

 

وقال مشعل الفرس، الرئيس التنفيذي لمنطقة الشرق الأوسط وأفريقيا وآسيا الوسطى، جانس هاندرسن إنفسترز: "يسرني الترحيب بنافين في فريق عملنا، حيث سيشكل عنصراً أساسياً في إطار جهودنا لمواصلة ترسيخ الأسس التي وضعتها الشركة منذ عام 2012. سيسهم نافين في تعزيز حضورنا في قطاع أعمال القنوات الوسيطة بمنطقة الشرق الأوسط بفضل خبرته الواسعة في هذا القطاع وفي أعمال العملاء الأفراد، وحلول الثروات الرقمية، وشراكاته طويلة الأمد مع الموزعين، إلى جانب علاقاته الإقليمية الوثيقة، وسجله الحافل في دفع عجلة نمو أعمال قطاع القنوات الوسيطة".

 

من جانبه، علّق نافين كومار، المدير المشارك الأول، على هذا التعيين بالقول: "إنني فخور بالانضمام إلى جانس هاندرسن في هذه المرحلة الحيوية من مسيرتها. لقد نجحت الشركة في بناء سمعة قوية ومنصة راسخة في منطقة الشرق الأوسط، ولذا أتطلع إلى أن أكون جزءاً من مرحلة نموها المقبلة، كما أنني متحمس جداً للتعاون مع عملائنا، وتعزيز علاقاتنا مع الموزعين، والمساعدة في توسيع نطاق حضور الشركة عبر القنوات الوسيطة في المنطقة".

 

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WAM Saudi to Supercharge Kingdom’s Industrial Future, Cementing Global Advanced Manufacturing Hub Status

Under the esteemed patronage of H.E. Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef, Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources

 

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 10 February 2026 - The World Advanced Manufacturing & Logistics (WAM) Saudi Summit & Expo 2026, organised under the patronage of His Excellency Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources and in strategic partnership with the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON), is set to be a significant catalyst for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s unprecedented industrial expansion.

Organised by KAOUN International, the summit & expo will take place from 15 – 17 February 2026 at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Centre, powered by a world-class ecosystem of 15+ Countries. WAM Saudi will be delivered in partnership with UNIDO, Business Finland, INSME, AfriLabs, CyberTech Acceleration, nTrepreneur, IQBN, and Kearney. Its strategic impact is further amplified by the support of its major sponsors - MODON, SIDF, AWS, and Infor.

Mahmoud Bin Khattar Alshanqiti, Director of Marketing & Communications and Spokesperson, Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON), stated: “WAM Saudi is set to unite leading regional and global experts to explore and understand the technologies powering Saudi Arabia’s industrial transformation, especially in advanced manufacturing, AI, smart logistics, materials innovation and next‑generation mobility. By connecting global leaders, innovators, and investors to explore opportunities in smart manufacturing, logistics and next‑gen mobility, we at MODON are excited to help drive the continued development of Saudi Arabia’s industrial future and infrastructure.”

“WAM Saudi marks an undeniable milestone in our commitment to fostering global business and industrial growth across the MENA region,” said Trixie LohMirmand, CEO of KAOUN International. “Saudi Arabia's current phase of hyper-growth, underpinned by the sheer scale of its 2030 investment pipeline, presents an unprecedented, high-return opportunity for international companies.”

The exhibition will feature an elite roster of global tech leaders from 20+ countries, including the USA, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Japan, Singapore, Canada, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Portugal, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Egypt, Pakistan, Russia and Uzbekistan. Notable participants are Amazon Web Services (AWS), CNTXT, TDK DENSEI, TATAWWAR, and INFOR, as well as several high-growth start-ups pitching directly to international investors. Top partners of the event include the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, Ontario, Trade Flow Africa, and Business Finland.

Andreas Jahn, Member of Executive Board, Head of Government Affairs and Foreign Trade, BVMW, Germany, said: “Saudi Arabia is on the right track to position itself as the industrial powerhouse of the Middle East region, similarly to Germany’s long-standing position as the industrial powerhouse of Europe. BVMW aims to share Germany’s industrial expertise, knowledge, and know-how with Saudi SMEs through our partnership with WAM Saudi 2026.”

The event is set to welcome over 100 speakers, with 50 per cent international participation, and to deliver over 50 hours of future-focused content. Furthermore, the event will feature an exemplary lineup of first-time speakers in Saudi Arabia, including Andreas Jahn, Member of the Executive Board & Head of Government Affairs and Foreign Trade, BVMW (Germany); Victor Gao, Chairman of the China Energy Security Institute (China); Dr Sami Ben Jamaa, Digital Innovations Officer at JERA Co. Inc. (Japan); Rt. Hon. Michelle Donelan, Former UK Secretary of State for Science, Innovation & Technology; Chris Courtney, CEO of the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (UK); and Eman Martin-Vignerte, Director of External Affairs & Government Relations, Bosch UK, who will share their valuable insights on global policy, energy and AI in manufacturing leadership. 

Marking a major milestone in cross-border cooperation, Singapore and India will debut their international startup pavilions, spotlighting next-generation manufacturing innovation. The expo will also set the stage for the Middle East’s first-ever Supernova manufacturing startup competition, which will see 50 startups pitching across robotics, intelligent supply chain and AI domains. Notable first-time exhibitors set to showcase advanced Industry 4.0 solutions are Metalinvest Remko, Aconity 3D, InPro Electric GmbH, QuantiCor Security GmbH, Bison Italia SRL, Helical Fusion Co. Ltd., Telenet Co. Ltd., Saturn Pyro Sdn. Bhd., CyberX, TREX, NCC Operations, WorkNomads and Sigma Engineering.

Paving the way for an unprecedented gathering of more than 100 leading investors, including Orbit Startups, Plus VC and Seafund, representing over 20 highly influential global markets such as the USA, France, India and Malaysia.

WAM Saudi will spotlight the Kingdom’s most vital, high-growth sectors: automotive, construction, mining and minerals, oil and gas, aerospace and defence, biotech and pharma and F&B manufacturing. Its world-class conference programme will feature policymakers, CEOs and global experts, offering deep, actionable insight into the forces defining the next generation of manufacturing and logistics. Attendees will gain the direct strategies and partnerships needed to capture unprecedented growth in an evolving global economy.

To register, please visit https://visit.wamsaudi.com, and for more information, visit WAM Saudi | Facebook or WAM Saudi | LinkedIn

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Hospitality Advisory Council reviews its new initiatives for 2026 and underscores its role in driving growth and sustainability of the hotel sector

 

Council reviews new initiatives aimed at developing tourism products for seniors

 

>> H.E. Bin Touq: The hospitality sector continues to achieve advanced growth rates in the UAE. The Council’s efforts focus on enhancing hotel revenue efficiency, flexible pricing, and diversifying tourism source markets

 

Abu Dhabi, 08 February 2026: The Hospitality Advisory Council held its first meeting of 2026, chaired by H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, and attended by representatives from the public and private sectors, including executives and heads of major national and international hotel establishments in the UAE.

The Council reviewed a range of new tourism initiatives and their pivotal role in driving the growth and sustainability of the UAE’s hotel sector in 2026. Discussions also covered performance developments in the sector regionally and globally, along with future supply and demand projections for the upcoming period.

H.E. Bin Touq affirmed that the UAE’s hospitality sector continues to perform exceptionally, thanks to the vision and directives of the wise leadership. The sector is one of the key pillars enhancing the competitiveness of the national tourism ecosystem, he noted.

Hotel occupancy reaches 79.5 per cent

H.E. emphasised that the hotel occupancy rate in the UAE reached 79.5 per cent during the period from January to November 2025, along with an increase in the average length of stay to 3.42 nights. Coinciding with the continued expansion of the sector’s capacity, the number of hotels reached 1,260, while the total number of hotel rooms increased to around 216,900. These figures reflect the robustness of the sector and its pivotal role in supporting national tourism growth.

Integration of the UAE’s tourism ecosystem

During the meeting, H.E. added: “The outstanding performance of the hospitality and hotel sector reflects the integrated nature of the UAE’s tourism ecosystem and highlights the active role of partnerships between public entities and the private sector. The next phase requires continued efforts under a precise data analytics methodology and balanced planning between supply and demand to ensure sustainable growth and reinforce the long-term competitiveness of this vital sector.”

Enhancing hotel revenue efficiency and flexible pricing

H.E. highlighted that the Council’s priorities for this year focus on enhancing the efficiency of revenue management strategies and flexible pricing. These efforts aim to maximise hotel and tourism revenues and ensure the sustainability of strong sector performance. These priorities also include the diversification of tourism source markets to reduce reliance on specific markets, strengthening the sector’s flexibility in the face of global fluctuations, and the development of long-stay accommodation offerings. Additionally, it focuses on attracting high-spending visitor segments to increase average length of stay and enhance economic returns per visitor, increasing hotel revenues in the upcoming phase.

Balancing hotel capacity with actual demand levels

In the context, H.E. Bin Touq underscored the importance of achieving a sustainable balance between the growth of UAE’s hotel room capacity and actual demand levels, in addition to supporting the adoption of digital solutions and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in hotel operations and enhancing guest experience. These efforts bolster the UAE’s standing on the global tourism and travel landscape in line with the objectives of the UAE Tourism Strategy 2031.

Global demand for hotel rooms remains strong

 

The Minister of Economy and Tourism further noted that the global demand for hotel rooms continues to grow compared to previous years. This coincides with improved occupancy rates and average daily rates across several key markets, despite a relative slowdown in the growth pace of some advanced economies. He stated that this performance reflects the tourism and hospitality industry’s resilience and ability to adapt to global economic shifts, maintaining operational stability and sustainable growth.

 

GCC tourism demand sees advanced growth

 

H.E. also remarked that GCC countries continue to witness growth in tourism demand, driven by the momentum of major events, continuous infrastructure development, and the expansion of quality hotel investments.

 

New tourism products for seniors

 

The Council reviewed a set of new initiatives aimed at developing tourism products tailored for seniors. These include long-term winter residency programs in the UAE, enhancing standards for senior-friendly destinations, and wellness-focused tourism packages. Attracting this segment contributes to increasing the average length of stay, raising tourism spending, and achieving greater performance stability during intermediate and low seasons. The Council also discussed the Silver Economy, which focuses on enhancing seniors' contribution to economic activities and sustainable growth, noting the importance of these initiatives in supporting the tourism industry amidst global demographic shifts.

 

UAE advances national tourism policies

 

The Council discussed the latest updates on the UAE tourism policy review project in cooperation with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). This project aims to evaluate industry competitiveness, enhance governance and institutional coordination, and develop a tourism data system to support evidence-based decision-making. The Council stated that this review constitutes a key step in bolstering the industry’s sustainability and resilience, in line with best international practices in sustainable tourism and data management.

 

Initiatives to attract family tourism to UAE

 

The meeting addressed the ‘Family-Friendly Destination Guidelines’ initiative, aimed at establishing clear standards to ensure safe and inclusive tourism environments catering to children and families across various facilities, including hotels, parks, malls, beaches, and cultural sites. This initiative contributes to enhancing family support service standards, raising visitor satisfaction, and consolidating the UAE’s position as a leading global family destination, while strengthening its ability to attract multi-generational family tourism.

 

Enhancing readiness of UAE hospitality sector

 

The meeting concluded by underscoring the importance of continued coordination among relevant entities to monitor future booking indicators and analyze key market trends. This ensures the industry’s readiness to navigate global changes, enhances tourism’s contribution to the GDP, and supports the UAE’s sustainable economic development.

 

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Record-Breaking 2025: Dubai’s Commercial Property Market Reaches AED 136 Billion, Led by Offices and Institutional Capital

 

 

 

Dubai’s commercial property market closed 2025 with its strongest performance on record, reinforcing the emirate’s position as one of the world’s most compelling destinations for commercial real estate investment.

 

According to CRC Property’s FY 2025 Commercial Property Market Report, total commercial sales value reached AED 136 billion, representing a 41% year-on-year increase, while transaction volumes rose 14% to 13,377 deals; the highest annual total ever recorded.

While activity remained robust across the year, momentum intensified sharply in the final quarter. Q4 alone accounted for approximately AED 45 billion in sales value, following a 48% quarter-on-quarter surge, while transaction volumes grew at a more measured pace. This widening gap between value and volume highlights a defining theme of 2025: the growing dominance of higher-ticket transactions and institutional-grade assets.

Secondary Market Dominance, With Off-Plan Momentum Building

Dubai’s commercial market in 2025 was overwhelmingly driven by secondary sales. Ready assets accounted for nearly three-quarters of all transactions and an even more pronounced share of total value. In absolute terms, secondary sales reached AED 126 billion, underscoring investor preference for stabilised, income-generating stock.

Off-plan transaction volumes expanded significantly year-on-year, accounting for 27% of total deals, while sales value recorded even sharper growth, reflecting rising confidence in new commercial launches and an increase in higher-value off-plan deals. While secondary assets remain the market’s anchor, this acceleration signals a more balanced pipeline emerging for future years.

Institutional Capital Targets Strategic Commercial Land

One of the most notable shifts in 2025 was the sharpened focus on commercial land. Offices, land and retail were the primary drivers of growth, supported by strong occupier demand and constrained Grade A supply. Strategic commercial plots are increasingly being viewed as a core institutional asset class, particularly as competition intensifies for well-located sites.

This trend is reinforced by the entry and expansion of major global asset managers, including BlackRock, Brookfield, KKR, Apollo, Carlyle, Citadel and AXA Investment Managers, signalling growing long-term conviction in Dubai’s commercial fundamentals and its role as a regional headquarters hub.

“With Grade A supply constrained and occupier demand rising, competition for prime commercial land is intensifying,” Behnam Bargh, Managing Director of CRC Property stated. “Institutional capital is positioning early, recognising that land-led strategies will underpin Dubai’s next phase of commercial development.”

Office Sales Lead the Upswing

The office sector was a standout performer in 2025. Transaction volumes climbed more than 50% year-on-year, while total sales value more than doubled to AED 13 billion. The outsized increase in value relative to volumes highlights rising average deal sizes and firmer pricing for quality stock.

Momentum strengthened further in Q4, supported by large-scale strata transactions and year-end corporate acquisitions. Demand continues to be fuelled by Dubai’s business expansion cycle, including new company formations, multinational firms scaling regional headquarters and sustained growth across finance, professional services, technology and trade-related sectors.

Prices Hit New Highs as Buyer Demand Accelerates

Secondary office sale prices reached an all-time high in 2025, climbing to AED 1,759 per square foot. Values have now more than doubled from post-pandemic lows, driven by tight availability of ready stock and strong competition for Grade A strata offices in prime business districts.

CRC Property’s internal demand indicators point to accelerating buyer appetite throughout the year. Buyer enquiries rose sharply year-on-year and continued to build into Q4, signalling sustained confidence rather than a late-cycle slowdown.

On the leasing side, flexibility remained a defining feature of market behaviour. Four-cheque payment structures dominated leasing transactions, highlighting tenants’ focus on cashflow management and landlords’ willingness to accommodate flexible terms to secure occupiers.

Khansaheb Group Strengthens Its Infrastructure and Manufacturing Capabilities with the Acquisition of ANABEEB from EMSTEEL Group

 

​       ANABEEB will become a new subsidiary of Khansaheb Group, specialising in advanced infrastructure solutions and operating the largest CC-GRP pipe production facility in the region    Dubai, UAE (26 January 2026): Khansaheb Group stands today as one of the region’s most influential construction and engineering powerhouses, with a legacy rooted in shaping the UAE’s built environment and a vision firmly set on the future. Leveraging its unmatched capabilities, expertise, and scale, the group has recently acquired ANABEEB from EMSTEEL Building Materials PJSC (ADX: EMSTEEL). ANABEEB is a leading infrastructure company specialising in end-to-end PVC and GRP industrial pipe manufacturing. This strategic acquisition builds on Khansaheb Group’s broad and rapidly growing portfolio of businesses, reinforcing its mission to deliver innovative and sustainable change across the region.    With over nine decades of experience, Khansaheb Group has grown from its original core business into a diversified, fourth-generation family group operating across key sectors of the built environment. The company began with Khansaheb Civil Engineering, the longest-standing contractor in the UAE, delivering major construction and infrastructure projects that have helped shape some of the country’s most recognisable developments. This is complemented by Khansaheb Facilities Management, which provides end-to-end FM services across industries, and Khansaheb Industries, focused on innovative and sustainability friendly HVAC solutions.    Beyond construction and engineering, the group’s portfolio extends into property management, bespoke luxury contracting, and aviation safety and emergency procedures training. The group also serves the healthcare industry through its affiliation with Clemenceau Medical Centre and sustainability projects through Khansaheb Sustainability, which specialises in innovative solutions that enhance environmental sustainability in the UAE.    The introduction of ANABEEB as a subsidiary further strengthens this ecosystem by adding advanced pipe manufacturing and infrastructure solutions to the group’s industrial capabilities. Operating the largest CC-GRP pipe production facility in the region, ANABEEB brings significant scale, technical expertise, and manufacturing capacity to the portfolio. The company specialises in CC-GRP pipes, PVC-U pipes and fittings, LD-PE pipes for drip irrigation systems, and multi-wallpaper sacks for building materials, supporting a wide range of infrastructure across water, wastewater, and industrial networks.    Designed for high performance and durability, ANABEEB’s manufacturing facility features four production lines with a designed annual capacity of 33,000 metric tonnes. The acquisition enhances Khansaheb Group’s ability to deliver fully integrated infrastructure solutions, combining manufacturing expertise with construction, engineering, and facilities management services.    Commenting on the acquisition, Mr. Abdulrahman Khansaheb, Managing Director of Khansaheb Group, said, ‘Guided by passion and purpose, Khansaheb Group has always focused on creating solutions and services that transform businesses and support the UAE’s ambitions for future-focused development. The introduction of ANABEEB strengthens our end-to-end infrastructure capabilities and reinforces our position as a regional leader in delivering advanced solutions.’    He added, ‘Building on the expertise within our group, including Khansaheb Civil Engineering and Khansaheb Facilities Management, the new subsidiary allows us to offer advanced piping and infrastructure solutions with the same quality, innovation, and reliability that our clients and partners have come to know and trust.’    Reflecting on the transaction, Eng. Saeed Ghumran Al Remeithi, Group CEO of EMSTEEL, said: “This transaction reflects our strategic focus on optimising our portfolio and accelerating value creation by concentrating on our core industrial priorities. We are confident that ANABEEB will continue to grow and thrive under Khansaheb Group, supported by its strong capabilities and long-term vision for infrastructure excellence.”  The acquisition of ANABEEB marks another milestone in Khansaheb Group’s ongoing evolution, reflecting its focus on scale, capability, and long-term value creation. As ANABEEB becomes fully integrated into the group, it will play a key role in supporting major infrastructure projects and contributing to sustainable development across the UAE and the wider GCC region.    To learn more about Khansaheb Group, please visit www.khansaheb.com    End

"منتبلاي كابيتال" تقود صفقة استثمارية بقيمة 1.2 مليار درهم في قطاعي الأغذية والمشروبات والتجارة الإلكترونية في الخليج

 

• تقود شركة الخدمات الاستشارية المصرفية الاستثمارية حالياً عملية التخارج الاستراتيجي لمجموعة أغذية ومشروبات متنوعة، وتعمل على تهيئة الأصول للاستحواذ من قبل مستثمرين إقليميين ودوليين مؤهلين
• مع تجاوز نشاط الاندماج والاستحواذ في الخليج حاجز 115 مليار دولار في عام 2025، تلامس شهية المستثمرين للصفقات الاستراتيجية في الإمارات والسعودية أعلى مستويات لها

 

دبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة – 17 ديسمبر 2025: تستعد شركة منتبلاي كابيتال (Mintiply Capital)، المتخصصة في إدارة وهيكلة الصفقات الاستثمارية، لقيادة فرصة استثمارية بقيمة 1.2 مليار درهم لصالح واحدة من أسرع مجموعات الأغذية والمشروبات نمواً في دول مجلس التعاون الخليجي.

 

وتقوم الشركة حالياً بتقديم الاستشارات بشأن عملية التخارج الاستراتيجي لهذه المجموعة المتنوعة في قطاع الأغذية والمشروبات، موفرةً الإرشاد عبر كامل دورة الصفقة، بدءاً من تقييم الصفقة وهيكلتها، وصولاً إلى استقطاب المستثمرين والتنسيق التنظيمي. وتعمل شركة منتبلاي كابيتال على تهيئة الأصول للاستحواذ عبر عرض الفرصة على مستثمرين مؤهلين على الصعيدين الإقليمي والدولي، بما يضمن انتقالاً سلساً للملكية ورفع القيمة بما يناسب الأطراف المعنية كافةً.

 

وتشمل الفرصة منظومة متكاملة من الأغذية والمشروبات والتجارة الإلكترونية، تضم قطاعات عدة، تشمل السوبرماركت والمقاهي والمخابز والتموين وتوصيل الطعام الرقمي. وخلال أكثر من 10 سنوات، توسّعت المجموعة سريعاً، وانتقلت من مفهوم تجزئة متخصص إلى شبكة متعددة العلامات التجارية تشمل متاجر ومقاهي عديدة ومتنوعة ومنصة توصيل إلكترونية متكاملة.

 

وقال نويل حاتم، المدير التنفيذي للعمليات في شركة منتبلاي كابيتال:"تمثل هذه المبادرة فرصة استثمارية بارزة للمستثمرين للمشاركة في منظومة متكاملة فعلياً من الأغذية والمشروبات والتجارة الإلكترونية في دول مجلس التعاون الخليجي". وأضاف حاتم: "إلى جانب العوائد المالية القوية، تمنح هذه الصفقة المستثمرين الإقليميين فرصة الوصول إلى نشاط تجاري عالي النمو، ومتنوع، وقابل للتوسع، يعتمد نموذجاً تشغيلياً قوياً، مع إمكانات حقيقية لإعادة تشكيل مستقبل قطاع الأغذية والمشروبات والتجارة الإلكترونية في المنطقة".

 

وتابع حاتم: "تتغير السوق بسرعة، ونحن نقدم فرصة استثمارية ذات هيكل واضح وإمكانات نمو عالية، تجمع بين الأساسيات القوية وإمكانية التوسع في المنطقة".

 

اعتمدت المجموعة نموذجاً يجمع بين الجودة العالية والتسعير التنافسي، ما أتاح لها التمركز بين تجار التجزئة الفاخرين والسوبرماركت التي تمنح القيمة المضافة أولوية، لجذب شريحة واسعة من المستهلكين. وقد تمكنت من مضاعفة قوتها السوقية خلال عامين فقط، كما وسعت محفظتها بطرح منتجات بعلامات تجارية خاصة ومملوكة.

 

وتضم المنظومة أيضاً منصة تجارة إلكترونية سريعة النمو أصبحت ركيزة في استراتيجية تفاعلها مع العملاء، ما أتاح للمجموعة تحقيق نمو مستمر عبر القنوات الرقمية والتقليدية معاً.

 

وفي إطار هذه الصفقة، تقدم شركة منتبلاي كابيتال الاستشارات بشأن عملية هيكلة إطار الاستحواذ للمستثمرين الجدد، موفرة الارشاد حول تصميم الوسيلة الاستثمارية المثلى، وضمان الامتثال التنظيمي عبر مختلف الولايات القضائية، وإجراء الفحص النافي للجهالة التشغيلي والمالي والتجاري. كما تقدم الشركة الاستشارات بشأن تطوير هيكل صفقة شامل يمكن المستثمرين الجدد من الاستحواذ بسهولة على المنظومة الكاملة للمجموعة.

 

ومع توقعات بأن يتجاوز نشاط الاندماج والاستحواذ في الخليج 115 مليار دولار في عام 2025، لم يكن الطلب على الاستحواذات الاستراتيجية في الإمارات والسعودية في أي مرحلة سبقت أقوى مما هو عليه اليوم. ووفقاً لتقرير إرنست ويونغ حول رؤى الاستحواذات والاندماجات لـ9 أشهر لعام 2025، ارتفع نشاط الاندماج والاستحواذ في المنطقة بنسبة 23% خلال الأشهر التسعة الأولى من العام، مسجلاً 649 صفقة. وكان اهتمام المستثمرين القوي والبيئة الاقتصادية المتنامية المحركين الأساسيين للنمو، وقد دفعت المعاملات عبر الحدود إلى نسبة 54% من حجم الصفقات و76% من قيمة الصفقات، وهي أعلى مستوياتها في خمس سنوات.

 

ومن خلال صياغة هذه الفرصة، تؤكد شركة منتبلاي كابيتال التزامها بربط رؤوس الأموال العالمية بقصص النجاح الإقليمية، عبر تحديد الشركات عالية الأداء الجاهزة لعمليات انتقال ملكية استراتيجية وتحقيق تسارع في النمو طويل الأمد.

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