IHC Launches $33 Billion Merger to Form Abu Dhabi Investment Leader

IHC Announces Ambitious Merger Plans

International Holding Company (IHC) has revealed significant plans to merge its key portfolio companies — 2PointZero, Multiply Group, and Ghitha Holding — into a unified investment entity, aptly named 2PointZero Group. This new company is expected to command a valuation of approximately AED 120 billion (around $32.7 billion), signaling an ambitious step forward for IHC in reshaping the investment landscape in the region.

The establishment of 2PointZero Group PJSC will enable IHC to list the merged entity on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), positioning it as one of the capital’s largest publicly traded investment firms. This strategic move is expected to enhance IHC’s influence and presence within the centralized financial landscape of Abu Dhabi.

Merger Objectives and Industry Focus

The merger aims to consolidate diversified investment platforms focusing on the energy and consumer sectors. These sectors are pivotal for driving growth both regionally and globally. By merging, IHC intends to boost operational efficiency, enhance competitiveness, and create long-term shareholder value.

Completion of this merger is anticipated by mid-November 2025, pending necessary shareholder and regulatory approvals. According to company statements, this transformation aligns with IHC’s commitment to sustainable value creation and innovation in investment strategies.

Key Merger Highlights

• IHC’s consolidation of 2PointZero, Multiply Group, and Ghitha Holding aims to form a front-runner in sustainable investment.
• The merged entity, valued at AED 120 billion ($32.7 billion), will operate as 2PointZero Group and maintain its listing on ADX.
• Target sectors will include energy and consumer industries, with a focus on leveraging opportunities in artificial intelligence, food security, and global consumption trends.
• The merger will reinforce the standing of 2PointZero Group PJSC as a leading investment entity in Abu Dhabi.

Leveraging Global Investment Platforms

The merger is designed to capitalize on the complementary strengths of the three companies, each contributing expertise across more than 85 countries. The new organization will develop a vertically integrated energy platform, enhancing resources in renewables, mining, and utilities. It also plans to expand its footprint within consumer-driven industries, including mobility, media, apparel, and food production.

With projections indicating a 20% increase in global energy demand by 2050 and the emergence of more than one billion new middle-class consumers by 2030, the merged entity aims to harness trends through strategic acquisitions and capital deployment integrated with artificial intelligence.

Leadership Statements

Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of IHC, emphasized the strategic significance of this merger. “This reflects IHC’s ongoing commitment to developing globally competitive platforms that drive sustainable value for Abu Dhabi and beyond. By merging three of our most strategic entities, we create a structure that supports long-term growth, scalability, and resilience,” he stated.

Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of 2PointZero, conveyed that the merger would enhance the capacity to drive energy transition and empower communities. “This transformative merger continues our mission — bridging opportunity, innovation, and sustainability.”

Syed Basar Shueb, Chairman of Multiply Group, highlighted the operational benefits, stating that this transaction marks a significant evolution for the company. It integrates complementary businesses into a unified structure that enhances operating efficiency and drives diversified shareholder returns.

Mohammed Somar Ajalyaqin, Chairman of Ghitha Holding, noted that the merger would expand their role in boosting the UAE’s food security agenda. “This collaboration will solidify our leadership in food and resource security while enhancing our investment capacity across the agri-food ecosystem.”

Transaction Structure and Financial Overview

The merger will utilize a share-swap mechanism, where Multiply Group will issue approximately 23.36 billion new shares to acquire the full stakes in 2PointZero and Ghitha Holding. This will increase Multiply’s share capital from AED 2.8 billion ($762 million) to AED 8.64 billion ($2.35 billion).

Upon finalization, the new 2PointZero Group will hold 34.56 billion shares, accompanied by a combined asset base of AED 120 billion ($32.7 billion), establishing a significantly enhanced corporate structure.

Abu Dhabi Sector Focus

The newly established 2PointZero Group PJSC will primarily target the Energy and Consumer sectors, facilitating synergies across renewable energy, mining, mobility, media, and food production. The portfolio will encapsulate holdings in several influential companies, reinforcing the group’s strategic objectives.

The collective assets are projected to anchor growth in artificial intelligence, energy transition, and food security, positioning Abu Dhabi robustly within the global investment landscape. This initiative aligns seamlessly with the UAE Vision 2031, underscoring the region’s ambition to maintain a leadership position in international investments.

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