PwC – Corporate Venture Capital in the GCC, 2025

Summary

The main theme of the report is corporate venture capital (CVC) in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries as a strategic tool for growth and innovation.

Key findings include the rapid development of venture capital in the region due to increased funding, regulatory reforms, and investments by sovereign funds. CVC is becoming an important element for driving innovation and economic diversification in GCC countries such as Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. Examples of successful CVCs demonstrate their impact on supporting innovation and achieving strategic and financial outcomes.

Region: Middle East

Published: August 2025

Author(s): PwC

Language: English

Tech drivers: AI Mobile Social Media

Social drivers: Diversity and equality Globalisation Sustainability and ethics

Geopolitical drivers: Regulatory changes Workforce availability

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