Investcorp

Founded in 1982 by Nemir Kirdar and others, Investcorp established its reputation early on with high-profile luxury retail acquisitions, most notably Tiffany & Co. in 1984 and Gucci in the late 1980s. Over the following decades, the firm evolved from a deal-by-deal investment house into a global institutional asset manager, diversifying into absolute return investments, real estate, and credit management. Today, it operates as a private entity after delisting from the Bahrain Bourse in 2021.

The firm's current strategy emphasizes global expansion and diversification, with a significant recent push into Asian markets including China and India. In 2024, it underwent a leadership restructuring to organize investment activities under three primary verticals: Private Equity, Real Assets, and Credit. This transformation aligns with its goal of raising institutional capital from global markets while maintaining its strong historical ties to investors in the Gulf Cooperation Council.

In recent years, Investcorp has expanded its platform through strategic partnerships and joint ventures, such as the creation of Investcorp Corsair for infrastructure and a joint venture with Tages Group for absolute return investments. The firm has also embraced digital innovation, launching a wealth management app and utilizing blockchain technology to offer GP-stakes fund participation to individual investors.