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Vantage Connect served as a key sponsor and exhibitor at the UK-GCC Private Capital Alliance Summit, held in London on 28 May 2025. The event brought together leading investors, fund managers, policymakers, and financial institutions from the United Kingdom and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) regions to explore opportunities in private capital and alternative investment sectors.
The summit, designed to foster cross-border collaboration and institutional engagement, highlighted the growing interest in alternative capital structures and the need for robust partnerships between the UK and GCC. As the institutional arm of global multi-asset broker Vantage Markets, Vantage Connect played a pivotal role in facilitating dialogue and connection among stakeholders from both regions.
Imtiaz Hussain, CEO of the UK-GCC Private Capital Alliance
Imtiaz Hussain, CEO of the UK-GCC Private Capital Alliance, commented:
“We are delighted to have Vantage Connect as a key sponsor of this year’s UK-GCC Private Capital Alliance Summit. Their support has been instrumental in fostering dialogue between investors and institutions from both regions. Vantage Connect’s presence underscores the importance of innovation and trusted partnerships in advancing cross-border capital flows and shaping the future of private investment.”
The event provided Vantage Connect with an opportunity to showcase its institutional trading and investment capabilities, while also building relationships with new partners and strengthening its presence in the UK and MENA markets.
Vantage Connect offers bespoke liquidity solutions and multi-asset trading access to hedge funds, brokers, asset managers, and family offices. The company leverages advanced technology and market expertise to support institutional clients navigating global financial markets.
Industry observers have noted the significance of such summits in bridging investment communities. Ayesha Al-Mansoori, a London-based alternative assets consultant, remarked, “The UK-GCC summit reflects a growing appetite for cross-border private capital flows, especially as both regions look to diversify portfolios and tap into new growth sectors.”
James Carter, CFA - Director, Portfolio Manager at W1M
James Carter, partner at a UK private equity firm, added, “Institutional sponsors like Vantage Connect are crucial for creating the trust and infrastructure needed to make these cross-regional partnerships a reality.”
The summit’s focus on alternative capital structures and cross-border partnerships comes at a time of evolving market dynamics and increasing demand for innovative investment solutions.
A risk warning was also issued by Vantage Connect, reminding participants that contracts for difference (CFDs) and derivatives are complex instruments with a high risk of rapid losses due to leverage. The company emphasised the importance of understanding the risks involved and seeking independent advice before trading.
