Zilla Asset Management delivers tailored portfolio strategies through our Conventional Asset Management and PIPES activities, combining deep market expertise with customized solutions that give investors access to compelling opportunities across the MENA and GCC regions.
THE PIPES PORTFOLIO (PRIVATE INVESTMENTS IN PUBLIC EQUITIES): is designed to unlock value and drive strategic momentum by targeting publicly listed companies with transformative potential. Leveraging rigorous fundamental analysis and structured investment frameworks, the strategy aims to deliver superior upside through active engagement and value-enhancing opportunities.
Tracks GDP growth and inflation to gauge economic direction Identifies sectors with momentum for investment alignment
Uses a proprietary system to rate stocks on a 0 to 100 scale Selects winning stocks that score above 80
Targets investments that offer high returns with favourable risk metrics Allocates 5% to 20% of portfolio to individual stocks to manage risk effectively
Weekly meetings to decide on potential investments Decisions are based on thorough analysis and screening outcomes
Employs technical indicators like RSI, MFI, and moving averages for timing investments Aims to pinpoint the optimal moments for strategic investments
Regular portfolio reviews to ensure alignment with market conditions Adheres to strict benchmarks & scoring principles for consistent evaluation and risk management
THE PIPES PORTFOLIO (PRIVATE INVESTMENTS IN PUBLIC EQUITIES): is designed to unlock value and drive strategic momentum by targeting publicly listed companies with transformative potential. Leveraging rigorous fundamental analysis and structured investment frameworks, the strategy aims to deliver superior upside through active engagement and value-enhancing opportunities.
We initiate our investment process with a fundamental and technical screening of public equities across key markets, supported by in-depth intelligence gathering, regulatory filings review, and an evaluation of trading patterns. This is followed by rigorous financial health diagnostics, management quality assessments, and franchise benchmarking within the industry.
Upon shortlisting potential targets, we develop a bespoke engagement strategy to unlock value and improve performance. This includes identifying operational or governance gaps, assessing leadership responsiveness, and mapping potential paths to board representation or minority influence.
Value creation is catalyzed post-investment through active signaling to the market and collaborative engagement. Depending on the scenario, this could range from subtle visibility strategies to more involved governance or structural changes—each designed to unlock re-rating potential.
Our entry is executed discreetly—primarily via block trades—with the aim of building an initial position within three months. We engage constructively with management and the board, progressively increasing our stake and diversifying exposure, while closely monitoring risk factors and performance triggers.
Exits are tactically timed to maximize returns, typically triggered by valuation re-rating, predefined risk thresholds, or a shift in the original investment thesis. We execute via block trades, staged sell-downs, or secondary market disposals.
Execute strategies aligned with client mandates and risk tolerance.
Oversees allocation of funds and portfolios.
Ensures execution efficiency, transparency, and trade integrity.
Maintains controls, compliance, and risk exposure thresholds.