Strategic partnership aims to position Abu Dhabi as a leading hub for global asset management and attract high-growth companies to the region through new the Fintech, Insurance, Digital and Alternative Investments (FIDA) cluster

LONDON/ABU DHABI - December 12, 2025 -- Bain Capital today announced a strategic partnership with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) to expand the firm's operations in Abu Dhabi and accelerate the next phase of growth for the emirate's financial services sector. As a U.S.-headquartered global investment firm, Bain Capital's expansion in Abu Dhabi also strengthens the broader economic relationship between the United States and the UAE, supporting innovation, investment and job creation across both markets.

Announced during Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2025 (ADFW 2025), the collaboration is supported by ADIO's recently launched Fintech, Insurance, Digital and Alternative Investments (FIDA) cluster, a strategic initiative designed to build next-generation financial infrastructure across areas such as alternative investments, digital assets, portable savings, transition finance and SME capital platforms. FIDA is projected to contribute an additional AED 56 billion to direct GDP growth, create additional 8,000 direct skilled jobs and attract at least AED 17 billion in investments by 2045.

With over four decades of experience managing investments across private equity, venture capital, credit and real estate, Bain Capital brings substantial expertise and a global network that will contribute to positioning Abu Dhabi as a strategic regional hub for cutting-edge financial services. The firm's global platform maintains a strong focus on sectors such as digital infrastructure, healthcare, and aviation, areas that align with Abu Dhabi's long-term development priorities.

Through the partnership, ADIO and Bain Capital will collaborate on establishing Abu Dhabi-based alternative investment platforms, supporting the development of a locally anchored asset management ecosystem that drives regional capital deployment and deepens the emirate's financial capabilities.

The partners will collaborate to identify co-investment opportunities in Abu Dhabi and the broader region, working closely with local partners and sovereign entities to deploy capital in transformative projects. The partnership will engage ecosystem stakeholders, including sovereign capital partners, institutional investors and academic institutions, to advance a financial ecosystem where capital stays, grows and is deployed into priority areas, including infrastructure, transition finance and innovation. Areas of focus are expected to include alternative investment platforms, digital infrastructure, transition finance, and capital solutions that support high-growth companies in sectors such as healthcare, financial technology and aviation

The collaboration will also support talent development by aligning with FIDA's strategy to establish pathways for research and skill development in fields like alternative investments, risk management and asset advisory. This focus on talent ensures that financial expertise is embedded and scaled from within the ecosystem.

H.E. Badr Al-Olama, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, said: "Our work with Bain Capital reflects a shared ambition to build a future-ready financial ecosystem from Abu Dhabi. As a key partner under the FIDA cluster, this collaboration supports a broader vision towards advancing the emirate's financial infrastructure. Together, we are establishing a foundation for financial innovation that responds to real-world needs, delivers regional value and connects global investors to opportunity across Abu Dhabi."

David Gross, Co-Managing Partner at Bain Capital, commented: "Abu Dhabi's strategic location, business-friendly environment, and commitment to innovation make it an ideal base for expanding our regional footprint. We look forward to working with ADIO to identify compelling investment opportunities and contribute to the development of a world-class financial services sector that benefits investors, entrepreneurs, and communities across the region."

By enabling scalable financial services across alternative investments, digital infrastructure, ESG finance and portable savings, the FIDA cluster supports Abu Dhabi's broader diversification efforts towards a knowledge-driven, innovation-led economy. FIDA joins the SAVI (Smart and Autonomous Vehicles Industry), AGWA (AgriFood Growth and Water Abundance) and HELM (Health, Endurance, Longevity and Medicine) clusters in advancing Abu Dhabi's cohesive, cluster-led strategy for economic transformation.

About Bain Capital:

Bain Capital is one of the world's leading private multi-asset alternative investment firms that creates lasting impact for our investors, teams, businesses, and the communities in which we live. Since our founding in 1984, we've applied our insight and experience to organically expand into numerous asset classes including private equity, credit, public equity, venture capital, real estate and other strategic areas of focus. The firm has offices on four continents, more than 1,900 employees and approximately $205 billion in assets under management. To learn more, visit https://www.baincapital.com.

About the Abu Dhabi Investment Office:

The Abu Dhabi Investment Office is the government vehicle responsible for accelerating Abu Dhabi's growth and enabling the emirate's economic transformation. Through comprehensive support services, ADIO enables both local and foreign investors to shape industries of the future set to transform liveability, technology, resources, and value-added services. Initiatives focused on regional tourism and retail development, as well as public-private partnerships, ensure that community well-being is at the centre of Abu Dhabi's economic transformation. With a robust network of investors, strong collaboration with key stakeholders, and a global presence, ADIO is committed to empowering those who invest with Abu Dhabi to make a lasting global impact. For more information, visit: https://www.investinabudhabi.gov.ae.