Sphinx Private Equity Management

Sphinx Private Equity Management is a prominent private equity firm headquartered in Cairo, Egypt, with over USD 250 million in funds under management. Established in 2004 by Citadel Capital and Marianne Ghali, the firm specializes in managing mid-cap buyout funds within Egypt. Sphinx's portfolio includes the Grandview Investment Holdings Fund and the Sphinx Turnaround Fund, sponsored by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the European Investment Bank. Additionally, the firm manages the Karnak Investment Fund and the University Educational Endowment Funds through Citadel Capital's portfolio company, Pharos.

The firm's investment strategy focuses on medium-sized companies across various sectors, including financial services, infrastructure, energy, transportation, agriculture, food industries, cement, heavy industries, real estate, healthcare, education, telecommunications, consumer goods, retail, and technology. Sphinx targets growth, buyout, turnaround, and distressed stages, with investments ranging from USD 10 million to USD 50 million.

Sphinx Private Equity Management has a proven track record in the Egyptian market, leveraging its expertise to assist management teams in areas such as financial and strategic planning, as well as executive recruitment. This comprehensive approach has enabled the firm to achieve its investment objectives efficiently and effectively.