# Global investment firms expanding in Abu Dhabi

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/global-investment-firms-expanding-in-abu-dhabi
> Updated: 2026-10-21T16:16:08.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Major international investment firms are establishing a presence within the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) to expand their reach in the Middle East.

New York-based New Mountain Capital received regulatory approval from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority to launch its Middle East operations, aiming to deepen relationships within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. This expansion is led by Managing Director Shehreyar Hameed.

Following this, global private equity investor Advent also opened an office in the ADGM. This move is intended to extend the firm’s international platform and increase engagement with regional investors and portfolio companies, led by Managing Director Mehdi Iraqi.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-21: Advent opens new office in Abu Dhabi

Private equity firm Advent has opened a new office in Abu Dhabi's international financial center (ADGM) to expand its presence and engagement within the Middle East.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/advent-opens-new-office-in-abu-dhabi

### 2026-10-06: New Mountain Capital opens Abu Dhabi office in ADGM

New York-headquartered New Mountain Capital has opened a new office in Abu Dhabi's ADGM to expand its investor base and presence across the Gulf region.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-mountain-capital-opens-abu-dhabi-office-in-adgm

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