Wafra

Q: When was Wafra last fund created?

Wafra last fund was created/launched in 2013-08-10.

General contacts

Investor type

PE / VC

Founded

1985

AUM

$30 000 M

Location

New York, New York, United States

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Series B Series A Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America Europe Middle East Asia

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Wafra is a New York-based private equity firm founded in 1985. The firm manages approximately $30 billion in assets and employs over 180 professionals. Wafra is known for its strategic partnerships and long-term investment approach, aiming to deliver sustainable prosperity for asset owners globally.

Wafra invests across a variety of sectors including real estate, infrastructure, and strategic partnerships. The firm primarily focuses on growth and expansion stages, with investments in the United States and the United Arab Emirates. Notable funds include Constellation Generation V, which closed at $2 billion.

Notable investments by Wafra include Navitas Credit - specialized finance, Knotel - flexible workspace provider, and TierPoint - data center services. These investments highlight Wafra's diverse portfolio across different industries and geographies.

Industry

Telecommunications Construction HealthTech Business Services (B2B) Consumer Products Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Healthcare Services IT Services Other Real Estate Infrastructure SaaS Security Software

Wafra Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Wafra Fund 1	Private Equity (PE)	Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Real Estate SaaS Security Software	Series B	North America	$5-10 m	$100 M	August 2013
Constellation Generation V		Business Services (B2B) Real Estate Infrastructure	Series A Series B Late Stage (Series C+)	North America Europe Asia	$100+ m	—	September 2026

Contacts

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Christopher Ferzli Vice President at Wafra

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Matt Morris, CFA Vice President

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FAQs about Wafra

Is Wafra a venture capital or private equity firm?

Wafra is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Series B, Series A and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is Wafra located?

Wafra is located in New York, New York, United States.

When was Wafra founded?

Wafra was founded in 1985.

What sectors and industries does Wafra invest in?

Wafra invests in companies and startups in Telecommunications, Construction, HealthTech, Business Services (B2B), Consumer Products, Financial Services, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Healthcare Services, IT Services, Other, Real Estate, Infrastructure, SaaS, Security, Software.

What is Wafra geographical focus of investments?

Wafra invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe, Middle East, Asia.

At what stages of companies and startups does Wafra typically invest in?

Wafra invests in companies and startups at Series B, Series A, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of Wafra investment?

Wafra usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Wafra?

Wafra has around $30 000m assets under management.

When was Wafra last fund created?

Wafra last fund was created/launched in 2013-08-10

What are the contacts of Wafra?

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