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SICO Reports $1.6 Billion in New Business at Gateway Gulf 2026

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Bahrain-based SICO BSC announced $1.6 billion in new mandates from institutional and individual investors at the Gateway Gulf 2026 Forum in Manama.

SICO Reports $1.6 Billion in New Business at Gateway Gulf 2026

SICO BSC (c), a regional asset manager, broker, and investment bank operating across Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, disclosed approximately $1.6 billion in new business secured from institutional and individual investors, the firm announced at the Gateway Gulf 2026 Forum in Manama, Bahrain.

The announcement came on the opening day of the forum, one of the Gulf region's prominent gatherings for financial and investment professionals. SICO, which positions itself as a leading regional investment house, used the platform to highlight the scale of new mandates awarded by its client base ahead of the close of the year.

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The figures underscore continued appetite among Gulf-region investors for professionally managed financial services, even as global markets navigate elevated interest rates and geopolitical uncertainty. SICO's multi-jurisdiction footprint — spanning Bahrain, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the UAE — places it at the center of a regional investment corridor that has attracted significant capital flows in recent years.

The Gateway Gulf Forum, held in Manama, serves as a key venue for regional financial institutions to signal strategy and announce major commercial milestones to a concentrated audience of industry stakeholders. SICO's disclosure of new business volume at the event reflects a broader trend of Gulf-based firms leveraging high-profile forums for competitive positioning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q.How much new business did SICO announce at Gateway Gulf 2026?

SICO BSC announced approximately $1.6 billion in new business awarded by institutional and individual investors at the Gateway Gulf 2026 Forum in Manama, Bahrain.

Q.Where does SICO BSC operate?

SICO BSC has a direct presence in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, positioning it as a regional asset manager, broker, and investment bank.

Q.What is the Gateway Gulf Forum?

The Gateway Gulf Forum is a financial and investment gathering held in Manama, Bahrain, that serves as a platform for regional financial institutions to announce major commercial developments and strategic initiatives.

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