Financial services company Hayfin enters strategic collaboration with Mubadala Investment Company and AXA IM Prime.
Hayfin Capital Management Strengthens Partnership with Mubadala Investment Company and AXA IM Prime
Hayfin Capital Management, a leading European private credit lender, has entered into a strategic partnership with Mubadala Investment Company and AXA IM Prime. This partnership involves Mubadala and AXA IM Prime acquiring minority stakes in Hayfin, following the company's management buyout (MBO) earlier in 2025, supported by Arctos Partners.
Roles and Objectives
Mubadala Investment Company, a $330 billion AUM sovereign wealth fund from Abu Dhabi, and AXA IM Prime, the private markets arm of AXA Investment Managers with $919 billion AUM, have taken minority ownership interests to leverage their capabilities and expertise in supporting Hayfin's investment strategies.
Their goal is to strengthen Hayfin's platform and leadership while maintaining its commitment to delivering superior and consistent risk-adjusted returns to clients. The partnership also supports Hayfin’s long-term goals of increasing team ownership, alignment, and incentivisation following the MBO that established majority employee ownership.
Impact on Hayfin's Growth
The new partnership is expected to support Hayfin’s continued expansion without altering its investment strategy, processes, or leadership team. The collaborative backing by Mubadala, AXA IM Prime, and Arctos is designed to provide bespoke growth capital and liquidity solutions, further enabling Hayfin to scale its private credit lending platform across Europe.
Mubadala and AXA IM Prime bring unique perspectives and resources from around the globe to support Hayfin's growth and value delivery. The strategic minority investments enhance organizational alignment and financial support, positioning Hayfin for sustained growth and competitive positioning in the alternative asset management space.
Completion of the Mubadala transaction remains subject to customary regulatory approvals, but no changes to Hayfin’s day-to-day operations or leadership are planned as part of this partnership. The deal builds on an existing partnership between Hayfin and Arctos, underlining the long-term commitment of these partners for Hayfin.
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The strategic partnership between Hayfin Capital Management, Mubadala Investment Company, and AXA IM Prime aims to leverage their combined expertise in business and finance, strengthening Hayfin's platform and investment strategies. Their goal is to provide bespoke growth capital and liquidity solutions, enabling Hayfin to scale its private credit lending business across Europe.
