Prime Highlights:
- Aldar and Mubadala Capital have launched Aldar Capital, a new platform giving international investors access to GCC real estate and infrastructure opportunities.
- The venture combines Aldar’s real estate expertise and Mubadala Capital’s global fund management network, creating a transparent and well-managed investment platform.
Key Facts:
- Aldar Capital will operate under ADGM regulations, ensuring transparency, strong oversight, and investor confidence.
- The platform’s first fund, launching in 2026, aims to raise $1 billion and provide a range of investment options across the UAE and wider GCC.
Background:
Aldar and Mubadala Capital launch Aldar Capital to give global investors access to GCC real estate and infrastructure. The venture brings together Aldar’s real estate expertise and Mubadala’s fund management skills to create a transparent and well-run platform.
Talal Al Dhiyebi, CEO of Aldar, explained that Aldar Capital will help international investors tap into the region’s growth and strengthen Abu Dhabi’s role as a center for institutional investment.
Hani Barhoush, CEO of Mubadala Capital, said the platform offers investors a way to diversify and gain steady, long-term returns through real assets. Aldar Capital will fill the gap by offering a professionally managed, transparent platform backed by deep regional expertise.”
The partnership strengthens Abu Dhabi’s position as a hub for long-term institutional investment. Aldar Capital will follow ADGM rules to ensure transparency and build investor confidence.’
Aldar Capital’s first fund will launch in 2026 with a goal of raising $1 billion. It will offer different investment options for investors across the UAE and the GCC.
The platform gives institutional investors a way to access one of the fastest-growing real asset markets. By combining professional fund management with high-quality, income-generating assets, the platform also supports Abu Dhabi’s economic diversification and sustainable investment goals.