EFG Hermes, a leading investment bank in the Middle East and North Africa, has opened its 12th annual London Investor Conference. The conference, being held at the Emirates Stadium in London from September 21 to 24, brings together 125 presenting listed companies from seven countries across the region and more than 830 guests. These include over 420 investors representing 181 investment institutions. The event aims to facilitate direct engagement, insight-driven dialogue, and investment discovery between some of the region's most prominent listed companies and global investors.
The conference is taking place at a pivotal moment for global markets, with investors navigating geopolitical uncertainty, shifting rate expectations, and evolving capital flows. Despite these challenges, the Middle East and North Africa continue to attract growing attention from international investors. This is supported by ongoing structural reforms, deeper capital markets, strong demographic fundamentals, and a pipeline of listed companies increasingly relevant to global portfolios.
Through a curated program of one-on-one and group meetings, alongside focused thought-leadership sessions, the conference provides investors with direct access to the companies, sectors, and policy perspectives shaping the region's investment outlook. Discussions will span high-growth sectors, liquidity and capital allocation, regulatory developments, ESG-driven value creation, macroeconomic resilience, and the impact of geopolitical developments on regional markets.
Karim Awad, Group CEO of EFG Holding, emphasized that the Middle East and North Africa is no longer viewed by investors solely through the lens of cyclical opportunity. Instead, it is increasingly seen as a structural allocation story, driven by reform agendas, market liberalization, private-sector growth, and stronger corporate fundamentals. This creates a deeper, more investable story for global capital.
Mohamed Ebeid, Co-CEO of EFG Hermes, highlighted the value of the conferences, which have become a benchmark for corporate access. He noted that year after year, the conferences are voted by investors among the industry's best, reflecting the quality, seniority, and relevance of the access delivered. The recognition is driven by EFG Hermes' ability to curate high-impact engagement at scale, connecting investors with the decision-makers behind the region's leading listed companies.
The conference underscores EFG Hermes' continued commitment to advancing the region's capital markets by supporting deeper investor engagement, stronger market visibility, and growing participation in global capital flows. The event provides a platform for investors seeking informed conviction in the region, offering one of the most effective gateways into Middle East and North Africa equities.
The conference program includes various sessions and meetings, allowing investors to engage directly with the region's leading listed companies. With its strong reputation and comprehensive program, the EFG Hermes conference is set to facilitate significant investment discussions and opportunities.
Key points
- The conference features 125 presenting listed companies from seven countries across the Middle East and North Africa.
- Over 420 investors representing 181 investment institutions are attending the conference.
- The event runs from September 21 to 24 at the Emirates Stadium in London.
