
Jabbar Internet Group
Description
Jabbar Internet Group is a pioneering investment and holding company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, renowned for its significant contributions to the growth of the internet and e-commerce landscape in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Founded by Samih Toukan and Hussam Khoury, the group emerged from the monumental success of Maktoob.com, the region's first major online portal. Jabbar's strategy involves identifying, investing in, and nurturing promising digital businesses, often taking a hands-on approach to their development and expansion across the MENA market.
Investor Profile
Jabbar Internet Group has backed more than 23 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 9% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United Arab Emirates, Jordan, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Mobile Apps, E-Commerce, Financial Services.
Stage Focus
- Series A (30%)
- Seed (26%)
- Pre Seed (13%)
- Series Unknown (13%)
- Series B (9%)
- Private Equity (4%)
- Convertible Note (4%)
Country Focus
- United Arab Emirates (43%)
- Jordan (17%)
- United States (13%)
- Pakistan (13%)
- India (9%)
- Germany (4%)
Industry Focus
- Mobile Apps
- E-commerce
- Financial Services
- Fintech
- Insurtech
- Payments
- Retail
- Information Technology
- Consumer Electronics
- Shopping
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