Mumtalakat Acquires Stake in BlueFive Capital
Deal News | Aug 04, 2025 | Zawya
Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company, the sovereign wealth fund of Bahrain, has announced the acquisition of a stake in BlueFive Capital. This strategic acquisition signifies Mumtalakat's commitment to supporting emerging financial entities and strengthens BlueFive's trajectory of international growth. Founded in 2024, BlueFive Capital has quickly expanded to manage over $2.6 billion in assets, with operations spanning Manama, London, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Beijing. This partnership is poised to solidify BlueFive’s position as a formidable global investment platform. Commenting on this development, BlueFive's Chairman, Sheikh Mohamed Isa Al Khalifa, emphasized the milestone this partnership represents and the robust confidence in BlueFive's strategic vision. Mumtalakat, established in 2006, diversifies its portfolio beyond oil and gas to create long-term value for Bahrain, aligning with its sustainable investment strategies.
Sectors
- Investment Management
- Sovereign Wealth Fund
Geography
- Bahrain – Home country of Mumtalakat, the sovereign wealth fund making the investment in BlueFive Capital.
- Global – Refers to BlueFive Capital's operational presence across various international cities, such as London, Abu Dhabi, and Beijing.
Industry
- Investment Management – Refers to the management of assets and funds by firms like BlueFive Capital, which operates as a global investment platform.
- Sovereign Wealth Fund – Pertains to government-owned investment funds, such as Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company, which manage national assets and investments on behalf of the state.
Financials
- $2.6 billion – Amount in assets under management by BlueFive Capital.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumtalakat | Purchaser/Investor | Company | The sovereign wealth fund of Bahrain that acquired a stake in BlueFive Capital. |
| BlueFive Capital | Target Company | Company | A global investment platform that has rapidly expanded its assets under management to over $2.6 billion. |
| Sheikh Mohamed Isa Al Khalifa | Chairman | Person | Chairman of BlueFive Capital and former CEO of Bahrain's national pension fund. |
| Hazem Ben-Gacem | Founder | Person | Founder of BlueFive Capital, a veteran in the private equity landscape. |