Investcorp Capital confirms ex-Aldar executive as new CEO

Sana Khater takes over at ADX-listed company September 1

Last updated: July 28, 2025 | 13:27

Manoj Nair, Business Editor

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Investcorp Capital will have a new CEO from September.

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Dubai: ADX-listed Investcorp Capital has confirmed a new CEO, with ex-Aldar and National Bank of Kuwait executive Sana Khater taking over from September 1.

Sana has more than 35 years of experience in 'financial and strategic leadership' at listed and private companies. There were also stints at Waha Capital and NBK Capital.

She takes over from Mohamed Aamer, who has been interim CEO since March 2025.

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"She successfully led businesses through international growth, complex transformations, capital allocations, and corporate governance initiatives," said a statement. "She brings profound understanding of a complementary set of industries, including private equity, real estate, asset management, and financial services."

The company (Investcorp Capital) is truly unique and, with its differentiated investment platform and offering, is well positioned to create value through its exposure to the global alternatives space

Sana Khater, incoming CEO of Investcorp Capital

Mohammed Alardhi, Chairman of Investcorp Capital, said: “Abu Dhabi continues to strengthen its position as a global hub for investment firms, and I am confident that Sana will harness this momentum.”

On ADX, Investcorp Capital's share is trading at Dh1.64, which is just over 17% lower in the year-to-date.

Manoj NairBusiness Editor

Manoj Nair, the Gulf News Business Editor, is an expert on property and gold in the UAE and wider region, and these days he is also keeping an eye on stocks as well. Manoj cares a lot for luxury brands and what make them tick, as well as keep close watch on whatever changes the retail industry goes through, whether on the grand scale or incremental. He’s been with Gulf News for 30 years, having started as a Business Reporter. When not into financial journalism, Manoj prefers to see as much of 1950s-1980s Bollywood movies. He reckons the combo is as exciting as it gets, though many will vehemently disagree.