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1/17/24, 1:31 PM Dubai wealth fund unveils new logo in rebranding push
The Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), the emirate’s sovereign wealth fund, has
unveiled a rebranding of its visual identity incorporating a new logo, as part of the fund’s
broader strategy to adapt to the evolving global investment landscape.
Going forward, Dubai’s sovereign fund will be known by its acronym ‘ICD ’, with its visual
identity reflecting its dynamism and evergreen commitment to the pursuit of growth and
development.
“As we continue to evolve and grow, our new identity will reflect the spirit and mindset with
which we exist in the world today. We lean on our past, as we embrace the future,” said
Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, the managing director of ICD.
“ICD will continue to build on its successes, embracing a forward and future-focused
outlook as it strives to maximise value for the long-term benefit of the Emirate of Dubai.”
Dubai’s sovereign wealth fund is chaired by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum,
Crown Prince and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai.
The state investor reported a more than 91 per cent surge in half-year profit, driven by
growth across all business segments amid strong economic momentum.
ICD said its banking and transportation divisions’ respective respective contributions to the
wealth fund’s profit soared by Dhs8.2bn and Dhs7.7bn.
Net profit attributable to the equity holder, the Government of Dubai, was Dhs22.6bn.
The fund’s revenues reached a record Dhs145.1bn, up 20 per cent with an increase of
Dhs24bn compared to the prior year period. Its assets soared by 6.5 per cent to reach a
record Dhs1.3tn, primarily driven by the growth of banking assets.
Founded in 2006, ICD is the principal investment arm of the government of Dubai and has
holdings in Emirates Group and Emirates NBD, Emaar Properties and Emirates National
Oil Company (ENOC).
Dubai sets up a new fund
Meanwhile, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister
of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai issued a law to establish the Dubai Investment Fund in
December.
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