Fortress Investment Group has established a new office in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) after receiving regulatory approval from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority. The move follows a $1 billion strategic partnership with Mubadala Investment Company, announced in April 2025, aimed at co-investing in private credit, asset-based lending, and real estate strategies.
The ADGM office will serve as a regional hub for Fortress, enabling closer collaboration with Mubadala and other regional investors. The firm plans to expand its local team to support deal origination, underwriting, and asset management across its core strategies.
This expansion aligns with a broader trend of global asset managers establishing a presence in the Gulf region. Firms like General Atlantic and Barings have also announced plans to open offices in Abu Dhabi, attracted by the region’s growing influence in global capital markets and its supportive regulatory environment.
Fortress’s partnership with Mubadala reflects the increasing role of private credit in global capital markets, offering alternative financing solutions as traditional banks face tighter regulations. The collaboration aims to leverage Fortress’s investment expertise and Mubadala’s capital to address the growing demand for private credit and real estate investments.
