Private equity viability in the MENA region

Faten Moussa

Chapter 126 in Elgar Encyclopedia of Mergers and Acquisitions, 2026, pp 340-345 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: The chapter discusses the decline and recovery of private equity in the MENA region following the Abraaj Group scandal. It outlines the industry's challenges, such as weak regulation and reduced investor trust, while highlighting opportunities in technology, healthcare, and innovation hubs. It emphasizes favorable economic and regulatory reforms in countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE, which account for significant deal activity, fostering investor confidence and economic diversification.

Keywords: Private equity; PE; Deal timelines; MENA region; Stakeholder complexity; Fundraising; Exit strategies; Institutional constraints (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781800880856
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