What is the status of the Partners Group Kuwait office?

The Kuwait location is planned and remains subject to local regulatory approval. If approved, it will become the firm’s 25th global office. This step follows hubs in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and continues the company’s GCC expansion strategy to work closer with regional investors and deal sources.

Why does this matter for Swiss investors?

A local Kuwait team can improve sourcing, speed due diligence, and unlock co-investments. That can support better net returns and pacing for CHF-based portfolios. It also strengthens relationships with regional institutions, which can bring steady pipelines across private equity, infrastructure, real estate, and private credit.

How could fees and access change with a Kuwait office?

Improved local sourcing may lower intermediated costs and expand co-investment opportunities, which can reduce blended fees for qualifying clients. Faster, earlier looks at deals can also improve selectivity. Actual fee terms depend on mandate size, strategy, and structure, so investors should discuss specifics with their relationship team.

What should we watch next in the GCC expansion?

Track regulatory approval, senior hires in Kuwait, and any new regional mandates or fund closings. Also watch how coverage is balanced across Kuwait, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi. Consistent pipeline visibility and disciplined deployment will show whether the expansion is translating into better outcomes for investors.

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February 24: Partners Group to Open Kuwait Office, Deepening GCC Push

ByDanny Kontos February 24, 2026February 24, 2026

Partners Group Kuwait office is the next step in the firm’s GCC expansion, following Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The Swiss private-markets manager plans the location subject to regulatory approval, which would mark its 25th global office. For investors in Switzerland, this brings the firm closer to major Gulf limited partners and regional deal flow. We explain why this matters for allocations in CHF, how it could shape access to Middle East private markets, and what to watch next.