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Al Masar Investments
Al Masar Investments is a UAE asset manager founded in 2013 by Nicolas Ghajar with holdings in hospitality and real estate.
Al Masar Investments
Al Masar Investments was established in 2013 by Nicolas Ghajar, who previously held roles at Mubadala and The Olayan Group. The firm functions as a generalist asset manager with primary activity inside the UAE. Its portfolio includes direct ownership of hospitality properties such as dusitD2 Kenz Hotel in Barsha Heights, Dubai, Dusit Princess Residences in Dubai Marina, and Al Manzel Hotel Apartments in Abu Dhabi. Geographic focus remains limited to cities within the United Arab Emirates. The firm also maintains an Al Masar Philanthropy Foundation as a separate vehicle. Board members include Fatima Al Nuaimi, who serves as Co-Head of Mubadala Capital Solutions, and Peng Xiao, CEO of G42. Bassam Zakaria oversees the hotel portfolio as Area General Manager. No dated operational events from the last 24 months appear in available records.
General information
Firm type
Generalist
Year founded
2013
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
Middle East
Country
United Arab Emirates
City
Abu Dhabi
Corporate office
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Principals
Nicolas Ghajar
CEO and Chief Investment Officer
Fatima Al Nuaimi
Board Member
Peng Xiao
Board Member
Bassam Zakaria
Area General Manager
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Al Masar Investments?
Nicolas Ghajar serves as CEO and Chief Investment Officer. He previously worked at Mubadala and The Olayan Group.
Does Al Masar Investments participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Available records show direct ownership of hotel and mixed-use properties. No fund commitments or co-investor activity is documented.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
No public disclosure identifies the source of capital. The firm operates as an independent asset manager.
How is Al Masar Investments related to Mubadala Investment Company?
Board member Fatima Al Nuaimi holds a senior role at Mubadala Capital Solutions. No ownership link is stated.
What sectors does Al Masar Investments explicitly avoid?
No avoidance policy is stated in available materials.
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