Harnessing the Growing Influence of Shariah Compliant Private Capital

How is private capital influencing regional financial markets? How is private credit transforming GCC corporate financing, and what approach should regulators take? What are opportunities for private equity investment and how can this market be effectively navigated? What are opportunities for early-stage Shariah compliant venture capital, and can the success of global venture funds be emulated regionally? How have regional Islamic REITs and property funds performed and what is the likely evolution of these vehicles? Finally, with many infrastructure funds being Shariah compliant, how can this powerful source of capital be harnessed for GCC infrastructure development?

Moderator:
Dr Scott Levy, CEO, Yasaar Capital

Panelists:
Anita Wieja-Caruba, Associate Director, Policy and Legal, Dubai Financial Services Authority
Dr John Sandwick, General Manager, Safa Investment Services
Oliver Agha, Professional Associate, Outer Temple Chambers
Zakaria Karkouri, Executive Director – Structuring and Product Development, First Abu Dhabi Bank
Zohaib Patel, Managing Partner, Tenami Capital