Investment Management

We have been strategic investors in some of Africa and Asia's most promising businesses since 2011 alongside our network of institutional partners and with a team of professionals with deep domain expertise.

Our Approach

We believe that building stronger companies is key to revitalizing economies, inspiring innovation, developing new business processes, and generating sustainable growth. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is a fundamental part of this process, and is deeply rooted in our investment and management philosophy. We work to inculcate a culture of strong governance, social and environmental responsibility, mobilizing employees' energy to make those values core to the company. ​

Principles

​Sustainability as a Strategic Corporate Objective  - The activities of our investment holding companies are centred around sustainability, which is the fundamental principle ensuring economic success. Our projects reflect our considerate treatment of the environment and broader society and we attempt to optimise business objectives with environmental, ecological and social sustainability goals.

Our actions, and those of our partners and investee companies, have an impact on society and the way that people live their lives. We believe that addressing ESG issues is not only just the right thing to do, but critical for sustainable, long term value creation. Responsible investing is vital to our success and it has become an integral part of our investment approach.

Private Equity Holdings 

The Emerging Market private equity sector is experiencing unprecedented fund inflows and investment activity. Given our long-standing focus in this area, CIC is uniquely equipped to address growing related demands. For decades, our professionals have been a trusted partner to source, evaluate and foster new entrepreneurs and existing, growing businesses in the Commonwealth, or elsewhere.

Urban Infrastructure

​Benefit from our access to market-leading cross border network enabling investors to leverage a unique insight into potential deal flow. Our specialist team provides deep technical knowledge as well as financial and commercial expertise on the deal life cycle, from initial scoping through to financial close and post-transaction services.​

Investment Framework

Investment Insights

Urban Infrastructure

The African Housing Sector

Market Access

Expanding Commonwealth Trade

​Sovereign Advisory

Investing in Digital India