Source: Pensions & Investment
Mubadala Investment Company, the global sovereign investor, scaled up its international investment activity significantly in the past year and will continue to do so in the years ahead, reaffirming its ability to navigate volatile conditions with determination and agility, and lay the foundations for the UAE to host one of the world’s most dynamic and least impacted sovereign funds.
Al-Mubarak countered that Mubadala is now stronger saying “stronger, more effective, and more competitive than ever before,” adding that “The company is also moving forward to consolidate its position as a leading global sovereign investment company,” he said.
“We will continue to seek rewarding opportunities despite the global fluctuations. Continuing this approach and adhering to it is the foundation of our success. What has been achieved so far is only a small portion of our desired ambitions and aspirations.” Further he added
Long-Term Vision Anchored in Global Trends
Al Mubarak highlighted that despite “The world today is experiencing rapid and complex transformations, the impact of which is not limited to one country, but extends to everyone without exception,” he said.
“These changes, along with the accompanying uncertainty, cast a shadow over the global investment landscape… but we are optimistic that we will be able to overcome these challenges and achieve our goals and aspirations.”
Mubadala also invests in technology, and its holdings include a 50% stake in AI-focused platform MGX, as well as private credit investments that were scaled up to $20 billion. It recently bought a 42% stake in American firm Silver Rock Financial, worth a $1 billion capital commitment, through Mubadala Capital.
Outlook
Khaldoon Al Mubarak said Mubadala is resilient to global macroeconomic challenges and has the ability to generate sustainable returns. “global investment power, operating in 88 countries and covering 11 vital sectors.” he further added
According to Carlos Obeid, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Group, Mubadala is progressively growing and diversifying across sectors and regions with a strong balance sheet, low cost of debt and a conservative gearing ratio of 7.8%.
Overall, Mubadala’s strategy to continue investing around the world during turbulent economic cycles not only shows a great determination to succeed, but true strategic foresight. The company’s strong management team, diversified portfolio of assets, and strong capital base means they are well-placed for long-term growth and solidifying their status as a leading global sovereign investor.
