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Business regulatory approval

Gordian Capital expands to Dubai

Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported May 20, 2026 · Last updated May 20, 2026

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The expansion of CapitalG>>> into the International Finance Corporation>>>, facilitated by IQ-EQ>>>, is expected to enhance the financial services landscape in the Middle East. This move provides institutional investors with more regulated cross-border fund solutions, potentially increasing capital flows and strengthening Dubai's position as a global financial hub.

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CapitalG>>>, a subsidiary of global investor services group IQ-EQ>>>, has received regulatory approval from the Malta — Malta Financial Services Authority>>> (DFSA) to establish a new office in the International Finance Corporation>>> (DIFC). This approval allows CapitalG>>> to expand its institutional cross-border fund platform and fund solutions offering into Dubai. The license permits CapitalG>>> to provide a comprehensive suite of institutional fund services, including managing collective investment funds, advising on financial products, arranging custody, arranging deals in investments, and managing assets. This strategic expansion into the Middle East is a key part of IQ-EQ>>> and CapitalG>>>'s growth plans, building on CapitalG>>>'s dominant presence in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. The move aims to provide experienced investment professionals with regulated operational fund infrastructure, freeing clients to focus on investing and facilitating capital flows from the region into global opportunities. Mark Voumard>>>, Richard Surrency>>>, and Salmaan Jaffery>>> all commented on the significance of this development for their respective organizations and the broader financial market.

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IQ-EQ>>>, a global investor services group, has expanded its regulated market entry offerings into the Middle East through its subsidiary CapitalG>>>. This move strengthens its position as a leading provider of fund solutions across APAC and EMEA.
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The Malta — Malta Financial Services Authority>>> granted a license to CapitalG>>>, enabling it to offer institutional fund services within the International Finance Corporation>>>. This action facilitates the growth of the financial services sector in Dubai.
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Mark Voumard>>>, founder of CapitalG>>> and now Managing Director at IQ-EQ>>>, commented on the challenges of cross-border operations and the benefits of CapitalG>>>'s regulated market entry pathway.
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Richard Surrency>>>, IQ-EQ>>>'s Group Chief Commercial Officer, highlighted the significance of this milestone for IQ-EQ>>> in the Middle East and its confidence in the United Arab Emirates>>> market.
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Salmaan Jaffery>>>, Chief Business Development Officer at International Finance Corporation>>> Authority, welcomed CapitalG>>> and noted its contribution to the DIFC's asset management ecosystem.
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