Saudi Awwal Bank
VC Fund
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Saudi Awwal Bank is a VC fund in Riyadh focused on Health Care and Real Estate. Saudi Awwal Bank offers an integrated set of market-leading financial and investment solutions. The company formerly known as Saudi British Bank (SABB) is partially owned by HSBC Holdings plc, which holds a significant minority stake, reflecting its long-standing connection with international banking expertise.In 2019, SAB merged with AlawwalBank, creating the third-largest bank in Saudi Arabia by assets. This merger brought together their complementary strengths in corporate, retail, and investment banking. Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB) provides a comprehensive range of banking products and services designed to meet diverse customer needs. Its retail banking services include personal accounts, savings, credit cards, mortgages, and personal loans, catering to individual financial goals. In corporate banking, SAB supports businesses with financing solutions, cash management, and trade services to facilitate growth and operational efficiency. The bank’s investment banking division offers financial advisory, wealth management, and capital markets services, helping clients navigate complex financial markets. Additionally, SAB delivers Sharia-compliant Islamic banking solutions tailored to both individuals and businesses, ensuring adherence to Islamic finance principles.
- Total investments:
- 40
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 78%
Last updated:
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Industries Saudi Awwal Bank invests in
Stages Saudi Awwal Bank invests in
Countries Saudi Awwal Bank invests in
Contacts
| Name | Phone | Socials | |
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Faisal Shaker
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Saeed A. Assri
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Investment Focus
Industry
- Health Care 5 (13%)
- Real Estate 5 (13%)
- Hospital 4 (10%)
- Manufacturing 4 (10%)
- Medical 3 (8%)
Stage
- Post-IPO Debt 28 (70%)
- Debt Financing 5 (13%)
- Funding Round 1 (3%)
Team
| Name | Title | Investments | Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Faisal Shaker
Senior Relationship Manager - Corporate Banking
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Senior Relationship Manager - Corporate Banking | Total investments: 0 | Find email | |
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Saeed A. Assri
Chief Digital Officer
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Chief Digital Officer | Total investments: 1 | Find email |
Investments
| Company | Description | Round | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
Saudi Electricity Company
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The Saudi Electricity Company (SEC abbreviated or SECO) is a Saudi Arabian power company headquartered in Riyadh. | $4.2B / Post-IPO Debt / Jul 27, 2026 | |
ProMedEx
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ProMedEx is a healthcare technology and medical device distribution company that supplies advanced medical equipment and solutions to hospitals and healthcare providers across the Gulf region. The company focuses on introducing innovative medical technologies and improving healthcare delivery by supporting hospitals with high-quality medicalproducts, logistics, and supply-chain services. | $4M / Post-IPO Debt / Jul 27, 2026 | |
First Avenue Real Estate Development
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First Avenue Real Estate Development is a distinguished company in real estate investment and development. | $26.6M / Post-IPO Debt / Jul 16, 2026 | |
Alandalus Property
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Alandalus Property Company specializes in the fields of investment, development, and operation of commercial income-generating properties. They offer it for public subscription. They develop and operate unique and compelling destinations. | $12.8M / Post-IPO Debt / Jul 05, 2026 | |
Axelerated Solutions
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Axelerated Solutions is a IT company that provides infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, managed services and systems integration to businesses and government sectors, helping organizations accelerate digital transformation and enhance operational efficiency across various industries. | $18.7M / Debt Financing / Jul 01, 2026 | |
Fakeeh.Care
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Fakeeh Care is a healthcare organization that operates hospitals, clinics, and educational institutions. The group offers services including primary to tertiary care, home health, and virtual healthcare. It also provides medical education through the Fakeeh College for Medical Sciences and employs digital health solutions like the YASASII system. | $252.6M / Post-IPO Debt / Jun 29, 2026 | |
Keir International
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Keir International is a telecom company that supplies and installs fiber-optic cables, wireless networks, and GSM systems. | $41.2M / Debt Financing / Jun 29, 2026 | |
Sport Clubs Company
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Sport Clubs Company provides, owns and operates a network of fitness centres, club services and wellness facilities. | $18.6M / Post-IPO Debt / Jun 24, 2026 | |
National Company For Learning And Education
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National Company for Learning and Education offers educational complexes that include cultural halls, laboratories, and scientific laboratories. They provide kindergarten, elementary, middle, and high school education, as well as international education students. | $61.4M / Post-IPO Debt / May 06, 2026 | |
Alamar Foods
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Alamar Foods is a quick-service restaurant operating company that provides Domino's and Dunkin's food products around the community. | $22.7M / Post-IPO Debt / Apr 26, 2026 | |
| See all 40 investments → | |||
Co-Investors
Saudi National Bank
6 deals together
Riyad Bank
6 deals together
Banque Saudi Fransi
5 deals together
Al-Rajhi Bank
4 deals together
Arab National Bank
3 deals together
Alinma Bank
2 deals together
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FAQ
What does Saudi Awwal Bank invest in?
Saudi Awwal Bank invests primarily in Health Care, Real Estate and Hospital startups, most often at Post-IPO Debt and Debt Financing stage. Most of the 40 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in Saudi Arabia. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
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Who are the partners at Saudi Awwal Bank?
The team at Saudi Awwal Bank includes Faisal Shaker (Senior Relationship Manager - Corporate Banking) and Saeed A. Assri (Chief Digital Officer). The Team section lists each member with their title, investment count and links.
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