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Mubadala Energy’s Bold US Entry: A Gas Giant Awakens

11th April, 2025

Mubadala Energy has just dropped anchor in one of the world’s hottest energy markets - America’s booming gas and LNG sector - with a splash.

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ISIF's Billion-Euro Bet on Climate and the Regions: Ambitious, Impactful - and Facing Headwinds

10th April, 2025

In a bold move that underscores its growing clout in shaping Ireland’s economic and environmental future, the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund (ISIF) has committed an additional €1 billion to climate investments and €500 million to regional city development.

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Tariff Shockwave: From Firefighting to Futureproofing, SWF Trillions Are on the Move

9th April, 2025

Markets have snapped. Trump’s dramatic tariff volley has set off a chain reaction. China hit back fast and global stocks are erratic amid a guessing game over the mercurial President Trump's next move.

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CDPQ Supercharges Brazil Bet with Verene Energia’s Major Power Grab

8th April, 2025

In a move that consolidates its role as a leading foreign institutional investor in Brazil, CDPQ, the Canadian pension giant, has announced a landmark acquisition through its power transmission platform Verene Energia.

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CYVN Consolidates Power: McLaren Acquisition Cements Abu Dhabi’s Automotive Ambitions

7th April, 2025

In a bold move, Abu Dhabu investment vehicle CYVN Holdings has acquired McLaren Automotive, the luxury British supercar maker, in a deal reportedly valued at GBP1.2 billion (US$1.5 billion).

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GIC, Transgrid and the Global Chase for Australia's Electricity Infrastructure

4th April, 2025

In a market defined by long-term stability and regulated returns, Australia’s Transgrid has emerged as a crown jewel — and a paradox.

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Israel’s Citizens’ Fund: Resilience and Risk in the Shadow of Crisis

3rd April, 2025

At first glance, the 2024 performance of Israel’s Citizens’ Fund (CIF) seems very robust: 11.5% investment return and a jump in assets to US$2 billion.

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NSIA Posts Record Profit, Doubles Assets in 2024 as Nigeria's SWF Hits Its Stride

2nd April, 2025

In a blistering display of financial muscle, the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has reported NGN1.89 trillion in Total Comprehensive Income (TCI) for 2024, up a staggering 59% from the previous year — a new record that signals the maturation of Nigeria’s sovereign wealth strategy.

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

1st April, 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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