London: LuLu Retail Holdings PLC, the leading full-line retailer in the region, has received the prestigious “Best IPO in the Middle East” award from EMEA Finance magazine. The recognition was presented at the 2024 EMEA Finance Achievement Awards held in London.
The award celebrates the success of LuLu Retail’s landmark Initial Public Offering (IPO), which raised USD 1.7 billion in the fourth quarter of 2024. The IPO led to the company’s official listing on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and was one of the most anticipated public offerings in the region. It drew overwhelming interest from investors and reaffirmed strong market confidence in the Group’s financial stability, growth potential, and leadership in the retail sector.
The EMEA Finance Achievement Awards are considered a benchmark for excellence in capital markets across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Winners are chosen by the magazine’s editorial board from a competitive pool of nominations submitted by investment banks, corporates, and market professionals. The awards highlight the most impactful and innovative financial transactions, including IPOs, debt issuances, structured finance, Islamic finance, and M&A deals.
Saifee Rupawala, CEO of LuLu Retail Holdings, expressed his gratitude, saying:
“We are truly honoured to receive this award, which reflects the strength of our business, the dedication of our team, and the confidence shown by our investors. The IPO was a transformative milestone for LuLu Retail, and we remain committed to creating long-term value and sustainable growth.”
