{
  "id": 16997676,
  "title": "The UAE’s long game is paying off for global capital",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/the-uaes-long-game-is-paying-off-for-global-capital",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-29T03:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/opinion/editorial/2026/10/29/uae-finance-investment-economy-apollo-mubadala-blackrock-abu-dhabi/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In an era of considerable uncertainty, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to attract the most discerning global capital. This sentiment was underscored by a recent investment of over $1 billion by American asset management firm Apollo Global Management into Mubadala Capital, a subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company. The deal, which represents less than a 10 percent stake in Mubadala Capital, serves as a clear endorsement of the UAE's business prospects and international growth potential. More strategic investors are anticipated to follow suit, pledging a combined $5 billion for the firm's overseas investment strategies.\n\nThe significance of this investment extends beyond mere capital infusion, as Apollo's global expertise and relationships are poised to aid Mubadala Capital in securing a larger investor base, particularly in North America. The announcement arrives amidst strengthening commercial ties between UAE-based entities and influential American financial institutions. In May, L’Imad Holding Company, a new sovereign wealth fund from Abu Dhabi, and Adnoc partnered with Global Infrastructure Partners, a BlackRock and Singaporean global investment company, to invest $30 billion in infrastructure projects across the Gulf and Central Asia.\n\nDespite the ongoing military conflict that has ravaged the broader region for nearly eight months, the UAE's current investment climate remains auspicious. No nation is completely insulated from disruptions, but the key is to cultivate resilience in the face of adversity. The UAE's strategic location undoubtedly renders it an appealing destination for overseas investors. According to BlackRock's senior managing director, Mike Pyle, \"the Gulf is really the linchpin\" connecting the Middle East to South Asia and South-East Asia. However, geographical advantages alone do not account for these trends. Other contributing factors include the UAE's internal stability, long-term ambitions, and capacity for strategic planning, as evidenced by the recent national budget.\n\nIn an interview with The National, Apollo's chief executive, Marc Rowan, provided valuable insights into risk management. Addressing concerns arising from the ongoing Iran war, Rowan stated: \"Everyone has adapted to the situation. We now know what the outcome is. It doesn't mean there won't be continued hostilities, but in terms of the unknown, we have less risk today than we did a year ago.\" This assessment, emanating from the head of a firm overseeing more than $1 trillion, serves as a strong endorsement of the UAE's resilience and adaptability. It also implies that investors are discerning between the present regional turbulence and the UAE's enduring economic and financial prospects. Indeed, the evidence corroborates this view. Abu Dhabi Global Market reported a 57 percent increase in assets under management in the first quarter of this year, with the number of asset and fund managers rising by 24 percent to 179. Global fund managers, including Capital Group and State Street, have already established a presence in the UAE. Investments and talent continue to flow despite the war, demonstrating that no country is entirely immune to disruptions. However, the UAE's strategy of deepening commercial relationships and investing for the long term is fortifying the foundations of its future prosperity. This constitutes a prudent economic strategy.",
  "summary": "In a time of great uncertainty, the UAE continues to attract the world’s most sophisticated capital. A recent deal involving Apollo Global Management is a testament to the strength of the country’s fundamentals and the wisdom in building long-term strategic relationships. Apollo, an American asset management firm, announced on Monday that it was investing more than $1 billion for a less than 10…",
  "key_points": [
    "Apollo Global Management invests $1 billion in Mubadala Capital, a UAE subsidiary",
    "Strategic investors expected to contribute $5 billion for Mubadala's overseas strategies",
    "UAE's investment climate remains auspicious despite ongoing regional conflict"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Deepening ties with major American financial institutions signals the UAE's successful transition into a resilient global financial hub that can attract massive capital despite ongoing regional instability.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}