KAMCO Invest: Faisal Sarrouj among the top 10 asset managers in the region
The annual list, published in July, highlights fifty of the most prominent executive leaders in the asset management sector in the region, based on criteria including leadership, corporate performance, innovation, and contributions to sector development. Sarhouh ranked tenth this year, maintaining his position on the list of the top 10 asset managers in the Middle East for the year, reflecting the leading status of KAMCO Invest as one of the premier investment management and financial services firms in the region.
Forbes Middle East highlighted in its report the leadership role Sarhouh has played since assuming the position of Chief Executive Officer in 2014, alongside the company’s continued expansion of its operations in asset management and alternative investments. The report also outlined the strategic partnerships KAMCO Invest announced in early 2026, including a €300 million partnership with Santander for alternative investments in European private real estate credit, a memorandum of understanding with PGIM, and a strategic collaboration with Flexiam Invest aimed at strengthening the company’s platform for investment in leasing.
This recognition reflects the collective efforts of the KAMCO Invest team, which continues to deliver sustainable value to its clients across various market conditions and fluctuations, thanks to its expertise and disciplined investment approach. Under Sarhouh’s leadership, the company has solidified its position through continuous innovation in investment products, the establishment of strategic partnerships, and the development of a diverse investment platform encompassing listed equities, fixed-income instruments, direct investment, real estate, private credit, and other alternative asset classes.
Assets under management at KAMCO Invest reached $16.5 billion by the end of 2025, recording growth of 3.9 percent compared to the previous year. The company continues to manage investments across multiple markets, geographic regions, and diverse asset classes on behalf of institutional investors, family offices, high-net-worth individuals, and corporate clients.
In further confirmation of its strong investment capabilities, KAMCO Invest won six awards from Lipper, part of the London Stock Exchange Group, for 2026, recognizing the outstanding performance of the KAMCO Investment Fund. These awards reflect the fund’s superior performance in terms of risk-adjusted returns compared to similar funds, according to the independent, globally recognized quantitative methodology employed by Lipper, thereby underscoring the company’s commitment to delivering optimal investment outcomes for its clients.
The company also continued to strengthen its strategic cooperation with Berqan following the bank’s acquisition of the United Gulf Bank, the major shareholder in KAMCO Invest, during 2025. This rapprochement is expected to enhance integration between the two parties in wealth management, banking investments, and asset management, while expanding distribution channels and creating new opportunities to deliver added value to clients across the region.
Commenting on this achievement, Sarhou said, “Being selected again among the top 10 asset managers in the Middle East is a source of pride and honor, reflecting the dedication, professionalism, and steadfast commitment demonstrated by every member of the Kuwait Investment Company (KIC) Invest team. This accomplishment is the result of the collective efforts of every colleague who, through their expertise and passion, continues to contribute to the company’s success. I also extend my deepest gratitude to the Board of Directors for their continuous support and guidance, and to our clients and partners for the trust they place in KIC Invest. This trust motivates us to further develop our investment platform, strengthen our strategic partnerships, and deliver innovative investment solutions that create sustainable value for our clients.”
He added, “As we continue to deepen our collaboration with Burqan and expand our international partnership network, we will remain focused on achieving sustainable growth and reinforcing our position as one of the leading investment firms in the region.”
KIC Invest remains committed to expanding its market presence, enhancing its investment offerings, and continuing to deliver services to clients at the highest levels of excellence. The company views this achievement as a collective success, made possible through the expertise, dedication, and collaboration of its teams.
