{"id":56693,"date":"2025-07-29T09:18:57","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T06:18:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/?p=56693"},"modified":"2026-03-28T08:01:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-28T05:01:53","slug":"pfg-marks-five-years-of-investing-in-the-gccs-innovation-economy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/pfg-marks-five-years-of-investing-in-the-gccs-innovation-economy\/","title":{"rendered":"PFG marks five years of investing in the GCC\u2019s innovation economy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>$2.1B+ in global loan commitments; 250+ companies backed globally; 20+ years<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Over $300M committed across the GCC since 2020<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Minimally dilutive capital for companies such as Tabby, TruKKe<\/em><em>r, Bayzat, <\/em><em>Syarah, Huspy, &amp; Silkhaus<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Strategic partner to top-tier institutions, including Saudi Venture Capital Company<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>(SVC) and PIF-backed Jada<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Introduced tailored Sharia-compliant structures to support regional innovators<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Dubai, United Arab Emirates &#8211; 29 July 2025<\/strong> &#8211; Partners for Growth (\u201cPFG\u201d or the \u201cFirm\u201d), the global investment firm pioneering structured growth debt, is celebrating five years of investing in the Gulf Cooperation Council (\u201cGCC\u201d), a region where venture capital ecosystems are rapidly maturing but companies still face structural funding gaps in the debt capital markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Founded in 2004 in Silicon Valley, PFG has over two decades of global experience providing growth debt \u2013 flexible capital tailored to the scaling needs of technology-first businesses. The Firm has financed more than 250 companies across 15+ countries, with over $2.1 billion in loan commitments across seven funds, and has over $900 million in assets under management. Since 2020, PFG has committed over $300 million to high-growth companies across the GCC, including fintech pioneer, Tabby; digital freight platform, TruKKer; payroll and HR management system, Bayzat; leading e-commerce platform, Syarah; home financing proptech, Huspy; and short-term rental platform, Silkhaus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cWe pioneered growth debt in Silicon Valley to help entrepreneurs scale without giving up control. Today, we bring that same model to five continents, and the GCC is at the heart of it.\u201d <\/em><strong>said Andrew Kahn, Co-Founder and CEO of PFG.<\/strong><em>\u201cAcross the GCC, we\u2019ve seen firsthand how bold and visionary this generation of founders is. But ambition alone isn\u2019t enough \u2013 it needs to be met with the right kind of capital. That\u2019s where PFG comes in. We don\u2019t just write checks \u2013 we build with founders. Five years in, our conviction is stronger than ever: the GCC is one of the world\u2019s most exciting regions for innovation.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the GCC\u2019s startup ecosystems are scaling fast, funding gaps remain. Globally, only about 22% of bank lending is directed toward Small and Medium Enterprises.<a href=\"#_ftn1\" id=\"_ftnref1\">[1]<\/a> In the GCC, much of the region\u2019s credit is concentrated in large corporates, government-backed entities, or family groups \u2013 where lending is secured by long-standing relationships and asset-heavy balance sheets. Meanwhile, high-growth sectors like fintech, SaaS, and digital health often struggle to access traditional debt financing \u2013 not due to a lack of potential \u2013 but because they typically lack the fixed assets, profitability history, or collateral required by conventional lenders. This financing gap underscores the growing demand for alternative funding models that finance growth without relying solely on equity, and amplify outcomes for scaling businesses before they have reached maturity to access traditional commercial lending solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cFive years ago, growth debt was virtually unknown in the GCC. Today, it is becoming a vital part of the region\u2019s financial landscape.\u201d <\/em><strong>said Armineh Baghoomian, Managing Director and Head of EMEA at PFG<\/strong>.<em>\u201cWe have seen the transformative power of structured credit, from introducing Sharia-compliant solutions in Saudi Arabia to designing bespoke facilities for the region\u2019s most ambitious fintechs. These are not one-size-fits-all products. They are built in close partnership with founders, shaped by local insight and a deep belief in the region\u2019s potential.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PFG\u2019s investment strategy is closely aligned with the long-term national agendas of Gulf governments \u2013 including those of Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates \u2013 which prioritize digital transformation, private sector growth and economic diversification. This includes supporting key initiatives such as Saudi Arabia\u2019s Vision 2030 and the United Arab Emirates\u2019 Vision 2031. The Firm has established strategic ties with leading institutional partners including SVC and Saudi Arabia\u2019s Public Investment Fund (PIF)-backed Jada. PFG was also among the first growth debt providers to introduce Sharia-compliant warehouse facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cPartnering with Partners for Growth is aligned with SVC&#8217;s strategy and mandate to strengthen the private credit ecosystem in Saudi Arabia.\u201d<\/em> <strong>said Dr. Nabeel Koshak, CEO and Board Member at SVC.<\/strong> <em>\u201cThis collaboration introduces innovative financing options that empower entrepreneurs to accelerate growth while preserving ownership, contributing directly to a more resilient and diversified national economy.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cBy continuing our partnership with global fund managers like Partners for Growth, Jada is helping channel foreign direct investment into the Kingdom and supporting the growth of local SMEs in line with the development goals of Saudi Vision 2030.\u201d <\/em><strong>said Bandr Alhomaly, CEO and Managing Director of Jada Fund of Funds.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PFG has played a vital role in helping entrepreneurs and businesses in the GCC grow and thrive. By providing tailored funding that minimizes dilution, PFG has enabled founders to scale faster, retain control and unlock new opportunities across the region and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&nbsp;Hosam Arab, Co-founder and CEO at Tabby, stated:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cPFG took the time to understand the nuances of our business and built a financing solution tailored to our growth journey. Their facility allowed us to scale our merchant base, launch new services, and respond swiftly to evolving market demands, which were instrumental steps in enabling us to successfully complete our Series E fundraising earlier this year. PFG is more than just a lender &#8211; it is a strategic growth partner.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Amit Agarwal, Chief Financial Officer at TruKKer, said:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cPFG\u2019s entry into the region with their first venture debt investment marked a significant milestone for both of us. At a pivotal stage of TruKKer\u2019s growth, their partnership enabled us to unlock working capital solutions, scale faster, and support instant payments to thousands of transporters across our platform. PFG\u2019s global venture debt expertise was instrumental, and we\u2019re proud to be part of their expanding portfolio.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Salah Sharef, Co-founder and CEO at Syarah, remarked:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cOur partnership with PFG was instrumental for our growth. The warehouse facility gave us the flexibility to triple our fleet and scale inventory efficiently, without diluting equity. What sets PFG apart is that their structure evolves with us and continues to fuel our regional expansion.\u201d<\/em><em><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Talal Bayaa, CEO at Bayzat, commented:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cPFG backed us at a critical moment in Bayzat\u2019s journey, showing conviction in our vision to modernize HR and employee benefits across the GCC. Their flexible capital gave us the runway to invest in core growth initiatives, optimize our operating model, and chart a clear path toward profitability. Their support has been a meaningful enabler of our continued expansion and long-term resilience.\u201d<\/em><em><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cThe GCC\u2019s innovation economy is entering a powerful new chapter, fueled by world-class founders, accelerating digital transformation, and bold national visions.\u201d <\/em><strong>added Baghoomian<\/strong>.<em> \u201cAt PFG, we are proud to be an early and continued part of that momentum. We remain committed to backing the founders building the future, with capital that grows with them and unlocks lasting value across the region.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#_ftnref1\" id=\"_ftn1\">[1]<\/a> [1] https:\/\/www.deloitte.com\/middle-east\/en\/our-thinking\/mepov-magazine\/frontiers\/the-surge-of-private-credit-in-the-middle-east.html<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(SVC) and PIF-backed Jada Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Dubai, United Arab Emirates &#8211; 29 July 2025 &#8211; Partners for Growth (\u201cPFG\u201d or the \u201cFirm\u201d), the global investment firm pioneering structured growth debt, is celebrating five years of investing in the Gulf Cooperation Council (\u201cGCC\u201d), a region where venture capital ecosystems are rapidly maturing but companies 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