Swicorp is a leading asset management, private equity and investment banking firm with a specific regional focus on the Middle-East and North Africa (MENA) region. Founded in 1987 and licensed by the Capital Market Authority (CMA) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia "LICENSE NO. 12161-37" , and the Dubai Financial Service Authority (DFSA) of the United Arab Emirates "LICENSE NO. F000718 ", Swicorp has an extensive track record of pioneering M&A and Advisory transactions across the MENA region over the last 20 years. Swicorp has also developed into one of the leading players in the Private Equity sector in the MENA region, raising nearly US$ 1.7 billion in 4 private equity funds from investors since 2004. In 2013, Swicorp launched its Asset Management Activity and manages Tharwa, the first fund to be made available to outside investors. Swicorp also manages clients portfolios and real estate funds. From its headquarters in Riyadh and regional offices in Dubai, Geneva and Tunis, Swicorp provides a wide range of corporations and investors with independent advice and assistance on key strategic and financial issues.