ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company (ICICI Prudential AMC), one of India’s largest asset managers, has opened a branch at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), expanding its international presence and facilitating engagement with institutional and wealth investors across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Africa.

The DIFC office will act as a hub for ICICI Prudential AMC’s international operations, providing access to sovereign institutions, family offices, private banks, wealth platforms, and distribution partners in the region.

Arif Amiri, Chief Executive Officer of DIFC Authority, said:

“By combining DIFC’s connected ecosystem and regulatory framework with ICICI Prudential AMC’s India-focused expertise, their presence will support institutional and wealth clients across the GCC and Africa in accessing long-term growth opportunities.”

Nimesh Shah, Managing Director and CEO of ICICI Prudential AMC, added:

“The Middle East has been an important investor base for India-focused allocations. Increasingly, investors in the GCC are seeking diversification beyond developed markets. Through our presence here, we aim to build long-term partnerships with investors in the region.”

The DIFC office, supported by a local team and integration with India-based operations, will offer institutional-grade access to Indian equities, fixed income, multi-asset strategies, and portfolio management solutions.

India’s capital markets have deepened significantly, with rising domestic participation, stronger corporate governance, and growth in systematic investment plans.

These factors, along with structural reforms and economic resilience, continue to support long-term investment opportunities.

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