International Holding Company (IHC) provided a strategic update on its key developments during the second quarter of 2026, highlighting major investments, international expansion, portfolio execution and technology initiatives ahead of the announcement of its H1 2026 financial results.
The company said it continued executing its long-term strategy through disciplined capital allocation, strategic acquisitions and investments across high-growth sectors globally. H1 2026 financial results are expected to be announced in August 2026.
Key highlights:
• Acquired a significant stake in Alpha Wave Global, which manages more than USD 35 billion in assets
• Completed the acquisition of First Women Bank in Pakistan
• Continued progress on its USD 1 billion investment in Sammaan Capital in India
• Commenced the first AED 1.8 billion tranche of its approved AED 5 billion share buyback programme
• Ranked 6th globally in TIME’s World Growth Leaders 2026
Portfolio companies also executed several major strategic transactions during the quarter:
• Alpha Dhabi partnered with TA’ZIZ to explore approximately AED 36.7 billion of chemicals investments
• Aldar acquired a AED 1.1 billion residential rental portfolio in Dubai and a AED 650 million industrial logistics portfolio in KEZAD, while generating over AED 1 billion in sales from Al Ghadeer Gardens
• 2PointZero exited its investment in TAQA and invested in WHOOP’s Series G funding round
• ePointZero agreed to acquire US-based Traverse Midstream Partners in a USD 2.25 billion transaction
• International Resources Holding (IRH) signed a 20-year LNG supply agreement with Mexico’s Amigo LNG project and established a USD 500 million crude oil and refined products trading facility with Essar Energy Transition Fuels
IHC also expanded its exposure to leading global technology companies, including:
• OpenAI
• Anthropic
• Cerebras
• SpaceX
In addition, the company completed a landmark AED 110 million DDSC transaction on ADI Chain, supporting the adoption of regulated digital infrastructure and reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s ambitions to become a global hub for digital finance and blockchain-enabled financial services.
According to IHC, the Group now comprises more than 1,300 subsidiaries and investments, positioning it to continue creating long-term value through active portfolio management, international expansion and investments in transformative industries.
Source: International Holding Company (IHC)
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