MENA Investors Summit - PRESS COVERAGE
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H.E. Abdulrahman Bin Ali Al Jeraisi inaugurates first edition of MENA Investors Summit 2009
MENA Investor awards recognizes excellence in investment strategy by MENA based leaders.
Riyadh, November 2nd, 2009 - Chairman of Riyadh Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Abdul Rahman Ali Al Jeraisi inaugurated yesterday the first edition of ‘Mena Investors Summit 2009’. The event is currently taking place at the Four Seasons Hotel in the Saudi Capital and will continue till tomorrow. Present at the opening was Mr. C. Scott Ragsdale, Chairman of naseba Group, along with an extensive presence from investors, representatives of royal families and leading businessmen from different sectors around the region.
The event hosted the ‘MENA Investor Awards 2009’ which aimed at recognizing excellence in investment strategy by MENA based leaders in investments and finance.[...]
To read the full story go to Dubai Chronicle.
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Riyadh summit showcases investment opportunities in MENA region
Jeddah, November 1st, 2009 – The MENA Investors Summit 2009 kicks off today (Sunday) at the Four Seasons Hotel in Riyadh. [...]
Among the luminaries speaking at the summit is Dr. John Sfakianakis, chief economist of Banque Saudi Fransi and chief economist, Mena, for Credit Agricole (Calyon) C.I.B.
“Asset price inflation is still impacting certain Gulf countries. Some non-oil exporting countries have demonstrated resilience whilst others have been impacted by lower worker remittances and foreign direct investments. Even as the MENA region gradually recovers investment opportunities abound after any crisis,” he added. [...]
To read the full story go to A1SaudiArabia.com and Saudi Gazette.
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naseba launches MENA Investors Summit
Riyadh, October 31st, 2009 - naseba, in partnership with Mena"s sovereign wealth funds, leading family offices and the biggest private equity companies in the world, have launched the first ever investor focused capital-raising, deal flow initiative in the Mena region, focused on introducing capital to lucrative opportunities: The Mena Investors Summit, on the 1st and 2nd of November 2009, will take place in the heart of the liquidity-rich Middle East - at the Four Seasons Hotel, in the Kingdom Centre, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. [...]
Focusing on the current economic status of the region, Dr. Sfakianakis, commented:
"The outlook for the Middle East has improved over the past few months as oil prices have recovered and a cautious global economic recovery is underway. Cross regional growth differences have emerged for 2010 as well as variation regarding inflation, public spending and fiscal prudence. The Gulf region is set to benefit from high government spending but higher than expected oil revenue as the private sector continues to deleverage." [...]
To read the full story go to AME Info.
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Chief Economist of Jadwa Investment to Speak at MENA Investors Summit in Saudi Arabia
The FINANCIAL -- Brad Bourland, the Chief Economist of Jadwa Investment to speak on the new shape of emerging economies in the region at the 1st annual MENA Investors Summit in Riyadh.
Dubai, October 15th, 2009 – naseba, in partnership with MENA’s largest sovereign wealth funds, leading family offices and the biggest private equity companies in the world, have launched the first ever investor focused capital-raising, deal flow initiative in the MENA region - focused on introducing capital to lucrative opportunities: The MENA Investors Summit, on the 1st and 2nd of November 2009, will take place in the heart of the liquidity-rich Middle East – at the Four Seasons Hotel, in the Kingdom Centre, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. [...]
“The resilience and ability to withstand stress in the region’s economies was well-demonstrated in the last year’s global crisis and the oil price decline from $147 to $34 over four months. With ample government reserves, government stimulus packages, sound banks, and vibrant market economies, the region is now poised to regain its high growth footing.” commented Mr. Bourland of Jadwa Investment.[...]
To read the full version go to The FINANCIAL.
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naseba organizes "MENA Investors Summit" in Riyadh
Riyadh, October 12th, 2009 - naseba (Euronext Paris: MLNSB) has announced the launch of the most prestigious investor awards of the MENA region, ‘MENA Investor Awards 2009’, as part of the ‘MENA Investors Summit’ (www.menainvestors.com), which will be held November 1st and 2nd at the Four Seasons Hotel, Kingdom Centre in Riyadh, KSA. The Summit is the first ever investor focused, deal flow initiative in the MENA region and will focus on introducing capital to lucrative opportunities. The awards will recognize excellence in investment strategy by MENA based leaders in investments and finance. [...]
To read the full version go to Maktoob.
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Capital Consulting to participate at naseba’s MENA Investors Summit 2009
Capital Consulting, an independent business advisor, confirms its participation at the first edition of naseba’s MENA Investors Summit 2009.
Dubai, October 1st, 2009 – naseba (Euronext Paris: MLNSB) is pleased to host Capital Consulting as a leading sponsor for the MENA Investors Summit 2009, taking place on November 1st to 2nd, 2009 in Riyadh (www.menainvestors.com).
naseba, in partnership with MENA’s largest sovereign wealth funds, leading family offices and the biggest private equity companies in the world, has launched an innovative division of “capital-raising” events, with the MENA Investors Summit as the flagship event for this initiative. The event is hosted in Riyadh - being the leading emerging market destination, most suitable for this extremely exclusive and elite event which will attract both regional investors and international investment opportunities under one roof. [...]
“We believe there are always times in history when new frontiers open up and fresh ideas change the business world and we trust The MENA Investors Summit could turn into one of those decisive moments for the business world. For our group, particularly, it will help us establish a priceless network with prestigious companies from the MENA region that will bring us one step closer towards realizing all of our ambitions for the Cape Verde Islands. More so, it allows us to renew and establish new goals.” commented Saidy Andrade, Chairman of Capital Consulting.
To read the full version go to Eye of Dubai.
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Grant Management to participate at naseba’s MENA Investors World Summit 2009
Grant Management, an ARLA registered letting agent and specialist in investment in residential property, confirms its participation at the first edition of naseba’s MENA Investors World Summit 2009.
Dubai, September 17th, 2009 – naseba (Euronext Paris: MLNSB) is pleased to host Grant Management as a sponsor for the MENA Investors Summit 2009, taking place on November 1st to 2nd, 2009 in Riyadh (www.menainvestors.com).
Grant Management provides a one-stop-shop for investors and property funds, making it easy for them to invest in residential property. The company has a skilled team of buyers who source properties in 12 cities across the UK. Its clients range from individuals with just one property investment to high net worth clients with highly developed, larger portfolios of residential property. It deals with a growing number of institutional clients and funds..[...]
Peter Grant, chief executive at Grant Management said:
"With the green shoots of recovery, definitely green, we are encouraging savvy investors to act quickly to make the most of the opportunities within the residential property sector. Overseas investors can in particular benefit from a weak pound compounded with low property prices - we have noticed a distinct increase in demand from investors the Middle East, Far East and US over recent months and predict that this trend is set to increase."
To read the full version go to BI-ME.
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Greenpark Capital to participate at naseba’s MENA Investors World Summit 2009
Greenpark Capital, a global leader in customised secondaries solutions, confirms its participation at the first edition of naseba’s MENA Investors World Summit 2009
Dubai, September 4th, 2009 – naseba is pleased to introduce Greenpark Capital as a leading sponsor for the MENA Investors Summit 2009, taking place on November 1st to 2nd, 2009 in Riyadh (www.menainvestors.com).
Established in 2000, Greenpark Capital is one of the leading global secondaries specialists focused on the mid-market with €1.3billion of capital under management. With an international team of highly experienced, multi-lingual investment professionals, Greenpark is well positioned to cater for the rapid growth of the global secondaries market. A deep understanding of local markets has placed Greenpark at the forefront of secondaries innovation. [...]
“Greenpark is pleased to be sponsoring the MENA Investors Summit 2009 and the team and I are very much looking forward to the opportunity to meet with investors in the region and develop lasting business relationships. Greenpark has an international team with a thorough understanding of the secondaries market, both globally and locally, and I hope to continue to develop our reputation within the sophisticated investment community in the MENA region.” Eric Pathé, Investment Director, Greenpark Capital.
To read the full version go to zawya.
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NASEBA ANNOUNCES THE MENA INVESTORS SUMMIT TO BE HELD IN THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
Resilient and liquid investors to gather at regional summit
Riyadh, July 15, 2009 - naseba, in partnership with MENA’s largest sovereign wealth funds, leading family offices and the biggest private equity companies in the world, have launched the first ever investor focused capital-raising, deal flow initiative in the MENA region - focused on introducing capital to lucrative opportunities: The MENA Investors Summit, on the 1st and 2nd of November 2009, will take place in the heart of the liquidity-rich Middle East – at the Four Seasons Hotel, in the Kingdom Center, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.[...]
“The paradigm to gain access to capital has shifted…Now, more than ever, the West is turning to the MENA region to access some of the most resilient, dynamic investors in the world.” Scott Ragsdale, Chairman, naseba group
To read the full version go to AME Info.