EFG Hermes, a subsidiary of EFG Holding and the region’s leading investment bank, hosted its 11th Annual London Investor Conference at Emirates Stadium on September 8–11, 2025. This year’s theme, “Investing Right in MENA,” highlighted the region’s most dynamic sectors and showcased Saudi Arabia as a focal point for future investment.
A High-Impact Gathering
The conference brought together a strong mix of investors, companies, and policymakers:
- 131 presenting companies across multiple sectors.
- 710 total guests, including 285 investors from 146 institutions.
- Wide sector coverage, from financial services and real estate to technology, telecom, energy, and consumer goods.
By creating a platform for direct dialogue, EFG Hermes continues to position itself as a bridge between MENA companies and global investors.
Saudi Arabia Takes Center Stage
A major highlight was Saudi Arabia’s strong presence:
- 82 Saudi-listed companies presented at the event.
- Collaboration with the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul) to feature the Kingdom’s top performers.
- Market insights from both Tadawul and the Capital Market Authority (CMA).
Sessions explored Saudi Arabia’s growth trajectory, regulatory reforms, and real estate opportunities, reinforcing its role as a regional economic engine.
Key Discussions and Panels
The agenda was packed with in-depth sessions designed to give investors actionable insights:
- Panel: “Financing Saudi Arabia’s Growth”
- Speakers: Mohammed Al-Rumaih (CEO, Tadawul) and Raed AlHumaid (Deputy of Market Institution, CMA).
- Moderator: Alp Sarper, Editor-at-Large, Economy Middle East.
- Fireside Chat: Saudi Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities
- Speaker: Majeed Al Abduljabbar (CEO, Saudi Real Estate Refinance Company).
- Moderator: Carina Kamel, Al Arabiya TV.
These sessions reflected Saudi Arabia’s growing sophistication in capital markets and efforts to diversify funding sources.
Leadership Perspectives
EFG Hermes leaders emphasized the transformative momentum across MENA:
- Mohamed Ebeid, Co-CEO of EFG Hermes: “MENA capital markets are entering a new growth phase. Our conference connects international investors with opportunities that drive tangible outcomes and support the region’s long-term trajectory.”
- Karim Awad, Group CEO of EFG Holding: “As reforms and technology reshape the region, our role is to empower clients and stakeholders to capture these emerging trends and thrive on the global stage.”
A Platform for Long-Term Growth
The London Investor Conference follows the success of EFG Hermes’ One-on-One Conference in Dubai. Together, these events:
- Strengthen investor confidence in MENA markets.
- Promote direct engagement between global investors and regional businesses.
- Support the growth of capital markets and attract long-term investment.
By focusing on structural reforms, innovation, and regulatory transparency, EFG Hermes continues to drive momentum for MENA as it takes a more prominent role in global markets.