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Wafra is an alternative investment firm that constructs and manages bespoke investment vehicles, focusing on strategic partnerships, real assets, infrastructure, and real estate. The firm specializes in delivering long-term value solutions to its global clientele by leveraging its deep expertise across various illiquid asset classes. Through its structured approaches, Wafra actively collaborates with asset owners to create durable and diversified portfolios tailored to specific investment objectives.
Established in 1985, Wafra originated in New York as the captive investment arm for Kuwait's pension system, tasked with managing significant assets. This initial mandate provided a robust foundation, shaping its expertise in institutional asset management. Mohamad Khouja is identified as a founder, having contributed to the firm's early vision and strategic direction, which laid the groundwork for its subsequent evolution into a broader alternative investment manager.
The company serves a diverse base of institutional asset owners globally, including pension funds and sovereign wealth funds. Wafra's long-term vision centers on fostering enduring partnerships to generate abundance and achieve sustained prosperity for its clients. It continuously seeks to identify and capitalize on complex investment opportunities, aiming to build resilient portfolios that meet the evolving needs of sophisticated investors worldwide.
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Wafra has 2 tracked investments across 1 company. The latest tracked deal is $400.0M Other Equity in Knotel in August 2019.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2019 | Knotel | $400.0M Other Equity | Wafra | Bloomberg Beta, Mercuria, Mori Trust, Newmark Knight Frank, Norwest Venture Partners, Rocket Internet |
| Aug 1, 2019 | Knotel | $400.0M Series C | Wafra | Hanaco Ventures, H.I.G. Capital, Norwest Venture Partners, SoftBank Capital, Spark Capital, Bloomberg Beta, ITOCHU Corporation, Mercuria, Mori Trust, Newmark Knight Frank, Rocket Internet |