Dubai Holding Contemplates Selling 25% Stake in Azadea Group

Dubai Holding Contemplates Selling 25% Stake in Azadea Group

07 Sep, 2023

 

Dubai Holding Contemplates Selling 25% Stake in Azadea Group

 

Dubai Holding, a prominent investment arm led by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is currently evaluating the possibility of selling its 25% stake in Azadea Group. This move marks a strategic shift in their investment portfolio and signifies their intent to explore new opportunities in the ever-changing economic landscape.

To assist in this potential sale, Dubai Holding has enlisted the expertise of financial advisory giants JPMorgan and Rothschild & Co., as reported by undisclosed sources. When Dubai Holding initially acquired its 25% stake in Azadea Group back in 2018, the company boasted a valuation that exceeded an impressive $1 billion.

This decision to divest a significant portion of their stake follows a series of strategic moves by Dubai Holding. Notably, they recently sold their 50% interest in the Dubai Creek Harbour project to Emaar Properties for a substantial amount of 7.5 billion dirhams, which translates to around $2.04 billion. Additionally, Dubai Holding orchestrated a successful initial public offering (IPO) of a 12.5% stake in TECOM Group, a prominent Dubai-based business park operator, raising approximately 1.7 billion dirhams.

The potential sale of the Azadea Group stake reflects Dubai Holding's commitment to optimizing their diverse investment portfolio. This strategic realignment allows them to seize new prospects and stay agile in response to the dynamic economic environment.

In essence, Dubai Holding's exploration of this sale demonstrates their dedication to financial efficiency and their willingness to adapt to emerging investment opportunities, positioning them for continued success in the global market.

 

 


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