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Binghatti Launches Asset Management Arm and Targets USD1 billion in Shariah-Compliant Private Credit and Real Estate Strategies

Dubai, UAE, 16 June 2025- Binghatti Holding Ltd (“Binghatti Holding”), one of the UAE’s leading luxury real estate developers, announces the launch of Binghatti Capital Limited (“Binghatti Capital”), a Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) based asset management firm with plans to target the management of about USD1 billion in Shariah-compliant private credit and real estate strategies.

Binghatti Capital has been authorised by the Dubai Financial Services Authority, the independent regulator for financial services conducted in or from DIFC, the leading financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South-East Asia region. Binghatti Capital is licensed to engage only with professional clients.

Within Binghatti Capital’s real estate strategy, Binghatti Capital will implement separate mandates across the acquisition and sale of off-plan residential properties as well as the acquisition and development and sale of residential projects. Binghatti Capital’s private credit solutions will focus on supply chain financing within the real estate sector, offering financing solutions to construction firms, property management entities and key suppliers.

In addition to private funds, Binghatti Capital will offer tailored discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio mandates, providing professional clients with flexible solutions to meet their specific investment objectives.

Engineer Katralnada Binghatti, Executive Director of Binghatti Capital, commented: "The creation of an asset management arm represents a strategic move to deepen Binghatti Holding’s investment footprint and enhance access to alternative capital. We believe that Binghatti Capital’s offerings are one of a kind, underscoring our long-term vision to expand into high-value, income-generating investments that deliver sustainable growth. Through our new Shariah-compliant private investment strategies, we are not only reinforcing our position in the UAE’s real estate sector but are supporting Dubai’s efforts to become one of the world’s leading foreign investment destinations.”

Shehzad Janab, SEO of Binghatti Capital, added: "Binghatti Capital represents a strategic extension of Binghatti Holding’s capabilities, designed to accelerate growth and strengthen resilience, ensuring sustained success through all market conditions. Our inaugural suite of what we believe are unique strategies represents a thoughtful, well-structured approach to real estate investing, providing access to opportunities that are typically reserved for large institutions. Through disciplined governance, active management, and a strong Shariah-compliant foundation, we aim to deliver compelling returns while diversifying our source of capital for Binghatti Group’s future developments.”

Salmaan Jaffrey, Chief Business Development Officer at DIFC Authority, said: "We are delighted to welcome Binghatti Capital to DIFC, the region’s largest financial centre and home to more than 46,000 professionals. Binghatti Capital’s presence will further strengthen Dubai’s financial ecosystem and reinforce DIFC’s position as the leading hub for asset management in the region. With over 400 wealth and asset management firms, DIFC continues to be the preferred destination for asset management companies seeking growth and opportunity in the region."

About Binghatti Holding Ltd.:

Binghatti Holding Ltd. is a renowned Emirati brand in the real estate development sector, holding a leading position with a portfolio exceeding 80 projects valued at over AED50 billion. Binghatti Holding is led by Chairman Muhammad BinGhatti, whose innovative vision aims to deliver luxurious projects that reflect refined artistic taste and high standards in design and quality.

Binghatti Holding has successfully delivered over 11,000 residential units over the past 16 months, achieving remarkable milestones in collaboration with global brands such as Bugatti, Mercedes-Benz, and Jacob & Co. Binghatti Holding continues to expand its real estate portfolio to meet the growing market demands, focusing on delivering residential projects that elevate the level of luxury in Dubai.

About Binghatti Capital:

Binghatti Capital, a fully integrated investment management firm, incorporated and based in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is fully owned by Binghatti Holding Ltd., one of the largest and fastest-growing real estate holding companies in the region. Binghatti Capital specializes in real estate investment management, with a range of inaugural investment vehicles, including single-asset and multi-asset development funds, real estate trading funds, private credit funds, and both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio mandates.

At Binghatti Capital, the primary focus is on speed of execution, ensuring that their real estate investments deliver some of the highest time-weighted returns, including metrics like IRR and MoM. This is achieved by leveraging their unparalleled business model, where every aspect of the real estate ecosystem is managed in-house. From design and construction to post-handover services, including facility management and both short-term a long-term letting solutions.

About Dubai International Financial Centre:

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is one of the world’s most advanced financial centres, and the leading financial hub for the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA), which comprises 77 countries with an approximate population of 3.7bn and an estimated GDP of USD 10.5trn.

With a 20-year track record of facilitating trade and investment flows across the MEASA region, the Centre connects these fast-growing markets with the economies of Asia, Europe, and the Americas through Dubai.

DIFC is home to an internationally recognised, independent regulator and a proven judicial system with an English common law framework, as well as the region’s largest financial ecosystem of 46,000 professionals working across over 6,900 active registered companies – making up the largest and most diverse pool of industry talent in the region.

The Centre’s vision is to drive the future of finance through cutting-edge technology, innovation, and partnerships. Today, it is the global future of finance and innovation hub offering one of the region’s most comprehensive AI, FinTech and venture capital environments, including cost-effective licensing solutions, fit-for-purpose regulation, innovative accelerator programmes, and funding for growth-stage start-ups.

Comprising a variety of world-renowned retail and dining venues, a dynamic art and culture scene, residential apartments, hotels, and public spaces, DIFC continues to be one of Dubai’s most sought-after business and lifestyle destinations. For further information, please visit our website: difc.ae, or follow us on LinkedIn and X @DIFC.