Lunit: An international company from Abu Dhabi that manages alternative investments worth $50 billion

September 15
The launch of Lunate, an independent alternative investment management company headquartered in Abu Dhabi, has been announced. The total value of assets managed by the new company is more than $50 billion, making it one of the largest companies in the Middle East and North Africa region. The launch of “Lunit” follows efforts by multiple parties to establish an independent investment management company in Abu Dhabi whose services include various global markets.
The company focuses on private markets and is owned by Chimera Investment and its management team. It aims to achieve the best risk-adjusted returns for its clients, as it is structured in a way that enables it to provide multi-asset investment solutions in public and private markets for institutional investors, pension funds, family companies and other companies. Investment.

Lunit, which is headquartered in Abu Dhabi Global Market on Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi, signed long-term agreements to manage separate accounts (SMAs) with several clients upon its launch, with a commitment to manage their existing assets and allocate capital in new investments.
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Lunit intends to invest in global markets through a combination of commitments with limited partners (LP), co-investments, and direct investment in private and public equity, risk capital, private and public credit, and real assets. The company also plans to expand globally by opening offices in North America, Europe and Asia.
Lunet’s investment committee consists of managing partners Khalifa Al Suwaidi, Murtada Hussein and Saif Fikri, who will be responsible for making investment decisions and supervising the company’s growth strategy. The company’s team also includes more than 150 elite employees in the sector, including about 80 investment specialists. “Lunit” is expected to begin its activities during the last quarter of 2023.
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On this occasion, Khalifa Al Suwaidi, Managing Partner at Lunit, said: After months of continuous effort, we are pleased to launch Lunit as an independent asset management company specializing in alternative investments, and we value the trust our clients have placed in us to manage their financial resources. Emphasizing the company’s commitment to achieving the best risk-adjusted returns and achieving long-term value for clients, in a way that contributes to strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading destination in the asset management sector around the world.”
For his part, Murtada Hussein, managing partner at Lunit, said: “We are pleased to launch a global company that combines innovation and sustainability, and provides valuable products and services. As we embark on this journey with the support of our investors, customers and team, we are committed to establishing Lunet as a partner of choice for customers around the world. We also look forward to investing in various asset classes in partnership with our strategic partners.”
Saif Fikri, Managing Partner at Lunet, said: “From its center in Abu Dhabi, Lunet will provide distinct and innovative solutions to private and public markets, both inside and outside the region. The company is preparing to launch new products that enhance the diversity of our portfolio of managed assets, while continuing to manage existing products for the benefit of our clients to take advantage of the available opportunities and consolidate our presence in this growing sector.”