Investcorp, a prominent global alternative investment firm, has announced a significant expansion in its assets under management (AUM) in Asia, reaching $2.3 billion. This growth is bolstered by a recent commitment from a major Asian institution to invest over $100 million in South-East Asia. Over the past 18 months, Investcorp has successfully raised $2.2 billion from Asian institutional investors, enhancing its fundraising capabilities across key markets in the region.

Key initiatives during this period include a partnership with two sovereign wealth funds to create a $526 million venture focused on acquiring industrial real estate in the U.S. Additionally, the China Investment Corporation made a cornerstone investment in Investcorp's Golden Horizon platform, which targets high-growth companies in Saudi Arabia, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), and China. Furthermore, Investcorp raised over $1.3 billion in Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) for its U.S. and European operations.

Mohammed Alardhi, Executive Chairman of Investcorp, emphasized the strategic importance of Asia, noting the firm’s establishment of its Singapore office in 2017 as a pivotal move. He highlighted the firm’s ongoing efforts to expand its presence in India, marking five years of operations there, and the recent strengthening of its senior management team in the country.

Yusef Al Yusef, Global Head of Distribution at Investcorp, expressed satisfaction with being selected by a large Asian institution, attributing this choice to Investcorp's strong investment management track record. He also underscored the importance of the firm’s relationship with the China Investment Corporation, which reflects its commitment to fostering cross-border cooperation between the GCC and China.

Investcorp's recent activities also include the launch of the "Investcorp Wealth" mobile app and the acquisition of Epipoli, an Italian alternative payments provider. The firm continues to diversify its portfolio, including expanding its U.S. student housing investments and forming strategic partnerships in various sectors.

Overall, Investcorp's strategic initiatives and partnerships position it well to capitalize on growth opportunities in Asia, reinforcing its commitment to delivering value to its investors. The firm’s proactive approach in enhancing its global distribution system and fundraising capabilities is expected to yield further success in the coming years.