The case for healthcare

by Imad Ghandour May 3, 2009

written by Imad Ghandour May 3, 2009

Private equity funds in the Middle East and North Africa are focusing on defensive sectors like healthcare, education and fast moving consumer goods. As the second in a series of three articles discussing the rationale and strategies behind such defensive strategies, this article focuses on the case for investing in the regional healthcare sector. On a growth trajectory There is no question that healthcare is booming despite the financial crisis — not only in the Middle East and other emerging markets, but also in many parts of the developed world. Healthcare is now a consumer priority, and it is setting the political agenda. Despite the individual and governmental focus, the current system for delivering healthcare is believed, by most experts, to be archaic. In the United States (US), the cost of maintaining the current system is consuming around 15 percent of gross domestic product (GDP), and many believe it is

Imad Ghandour

Imad is the Co-founder and Managing Director of CedarBridge, an investment company focusing on high-growth opportunities in education, healthcare, wellness & beauty, and retail in Europe and MENA. With over 15 years of experience in private equity across MENA, the UK, and China, he serves on several boards, including SAE Arabia and The Grooming Company. He has also served as a director for major organizations like CIRA, Maarif Education, and Metito. Imad co-founded the MENA Private Equity Association, is a member of the British Venture Capital Association, and holds an Engineering degree from the American University of Beirut and an MBA from the University of Wisconsin – Madison.

The case for healthcare

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