GrowthGate seeks mid-term capital appreciation of its direct investments by committing equity to high-quality companies with superior management in a variety of structures principally in the form of capital injections to fund acquisitions programs and expansion plans. GrowthGate provides both financial and managerial discipline to the Portfolio Companies leaving to the incumbent management sufficient elbow room to fully develop the inherent potential.

The investment path leads ultimately to the realization of the equity holdings either via a trade sale (i.e., to strategic or financial buyers), or a public offering at a significant premium.

We partner with the best managers in a given industry, as well as with other pre-eminent investors. By leveraging our human resources and our extensive regional network, we aim to generate superior returns for our shareholders. We create value through active involvement with the Portfolio Company's strategic decision-making and operating philosophy. We target investments ranging in size from $25 million to $100 million, and focus on investment opportunities primarily in the GCC markets and the wider MENA region with the aim at turning successful local businesses of today into the regional champions of tomorrow.

Keystone exclusively manages the day-to-day activities of GrowthGate, and conducts all direct investments in Portfolio Companies on its behalf, under the watchful eye of GrowthGate’s Investment Committee and the guidance of its Board of Directors.