Gulf investors' $106 billion deals in North America and Europe stalled by war
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Updated · enterpriseam.com · Apr 27
Gulf investors' $106 billion deals in North America and Europe stalled by war
4 articles · Updated · enterpriseam.com · Apr 27
Pitchbook data cited by the Financial Times shows $106 billion in Gulf-backed transactions are on hold as regional conflicts prompt strategy reassessment.
Rising defense spending and energy disruption risks are leading Gulf governments to prioritize domestic investment, defense capacity, and food security over foreign assets like venture capital or entertainment.
Despite the freeze, major M&A deals such as the $110 billion Paramount-Skydance and $55 billion Electronic Arts takeovers reportedly remain on track, highlighting the global influence of Gulf sovereign wealth funds.
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