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Fund of the Month (Apr'25): Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)

31st March, 2025

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) was formed in 1993 following the merger of the Commissioner of Banking and the Exchange Fund. The Exchange Fund’s reserves currently stands at around half a trillion USD, making it one of the world’s largest central bank reserves and one of the most significant asset owners.

Dubai's £1bn London Gateway Expansion Marks a New Chapter in its Ambitious UK Port Strategy

28th March, 2025

DP World’s announcement of a GBP1 billion (US$1.3 billion) expansion at London Gateway port isn't just big news in logistics circles—it's Dubai planting its flag firmly at the heart of UK trade infrastructure.

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Danantara unveils 19-member management team, poaches executives from INA

27th March, 2025

This week in Jakarta, the new management team of “Danantara Indonesia Sovereign Fund” was officially presented to the press. Unlike other regional funds, which have recruited talent as the portfolio grows, Danantara has chosen to make a huge splash by forming its portfolio and team, all at once.

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State-Owned Titans Double Down on Private Credit with Lazard–Arini Deal

26th March, 2025

British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) has emerged as the anchor investor in a bold new European direct lending strategy led by Arini Capital Management, in alliance with Lazard Inc.

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Lunate branches out, new unit to focus on Asia Pacific

25th March, 2025

Sovereign investment manager Lunate Capital, which was established in 2024 by merging the portfolios and the teams of sovereign wealth fund ADQ, its subsidiary ADG, and Chimera Capital, continues to grow and to create new investment theses for its US$ 105 billion portfolio.

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Singapore gets closer to Abu Dhabi, another Temasek unit opens in ADGM

24th March, 2025

As we anticipated in November 2024, Temasek-owned asset manager Seviora Group has opened an office in Abu Dhabi with the views of expanding its partnerships and activities in the region.

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Dubai Holding enters the big leagues in a US$ 14.5 billion deal

21st March, 2025

On Thursday, Dubai Holding confirmed it is part of a consortium that is taking over Nord Anglia, an UK private school chain that operates 80+ day and boarding schools in 33 countries, teaching over 90,000 students from ages 3 to 18.

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OTPP Shifts Asian Strategy: Closes Hong Kong Office, Boosts Presence in Singapore

20th March, 2025

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan (OTPP), one of Canada's largest public pension funds, is closing its Hong Kong office and shifting its regional HQ to Singapore.

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UK's National Wealth Fund: Shifting Priorities and Implications for Governance and Performance

18th March, 2025

The United Kingdom's National Wealth Fund (NWF), which was established by the Labour government in its mission to catalyze investment in green infrastructure and drive sustainable economic growth, is undergoing a significant transformation just months after its launch.

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French Investment Giant Powers Ecological Revolution with Strategic Stakes

17th March, 2025

In a bold strategic move, France’s influential public investment bank, Bpifrance, along with its high-profile sovereign wealth fund Lac1, has injected €800 million into Veolia, the international heavyweight in ecological transformation.

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PIF's Expanding Global Influence: From Golf to Gaming and Beyond

12th March, 2025

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is continuing its aggressive investment strategy in sports and gaming - from stalled negotiations with the PGA Tour to a landmark acquisition of Niantic's gaming division and a potential stake in Newcastle International Airport to align with its ownership of the city’s English Premier League club.

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Betting on the Future: The Rise and Risks of SWFs in Small LDCs

11th March, 2025

In an era marked by economic volatility, small and less-developed states are turning to creating Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs) as lifelines for long-term stability and prosperity.

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