The investment aligns with stc group\u2019s strategy to expand its digital finance footprint and support high-growth platforms shaping capital access.<\/p>\n
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia:\u00a0<\/strong>Tali Ventures<\/a>, the corporate venture capital arm of stc group, has led a strategic funding round in Tarmeez Capital, one of Saudi\u2019s fastest growing fintech players in the sukuk and debt instruments space – an area playing an increasingly vital role in deepening the Kingdom\u2019s capital markets. This milestone marks the company\u2019s transition from a successfully bootstrapped venture to one backed by a major national investor. The investment supports stc group\u2019s broader strategy to back high-growth digital platforms shaping the future of finance and strengthen the Kingdom\u2019s financial ecosystem.<\/p>\n Tarmeez Capital, licensed by the Capital Market Authority (CMA), provides end-to-end digital financing services for companies across various sectors. Its Sharia-compliant sukuk products are accessible to both institutional and retail investors. To date, the Company has facilitated over SAR 2 billion in financing programs and has opened access to over 180,000 users. Over the last year alone, it has grown sukuk issuances by 459 percent. Through leveraging technology, Tarmeez Capital seamlessly connects finance-seeking businesses with purpose-driven investors. The Company\u2019s proprietary technology and data analytics enables them to streamline Sukuk issuance seven times faster than other traditional channels benefiting businesses and investors alike.<\/p>\n The investment comes at a time of rapid expansion in Saudi Arabia\u2019s corporate debt market, which reached SAR 140 billion in 2024. Issuances via CMA-licensed digital platforms surged to SAR 3.5 billion, up 127.36% year-on-year, with the number of issuances rising to 4,527, a 317.62% increase from 2023. stc group\u2019s backing is expected to support Tarmeez Capital\u2019s continued growth, helping it scale its offering and deliver cutting-edge financial solutions across the market.<\/p>\n Majed Al Jarboua, General Manager of Corporate Fund and Entrepreneurship at stc group<\/strong>, stated:<\/p>\n \u201cTarmeez Capital is gaining ground in a sector that\u2019s becoming central to how companies access capital in Saudi Arabia. stc group is proud to back a homegrown fintech pushing the boundaries of digital finance. This investment marks a strategic step in scaling the next generation of financial infrastructure.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n Nasser Al-Saadoun, Founder and CEO of Tarmeez Capital,<\/strong>\u00a0commented:<\/p>\n \u201cThis investment marks a pivotal milestone for Tarmeez Capital as we scale our offerings in the sukuk and debt market. We\u2019re glad to partner with stc group, whose vision aligns with ours in advancing innovative, Sharia-compliant financial solutions. We\u2019re also grateful to the Capital Market Authority for fostering an environment where fintechs can thrive, and to our exceptional team for their continued dedication and drive.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n In construction and industrial services, Red Sea International has accessed Sharia-compliant capital via Tarmeez to fulfil contracts for Baker Hughes and Red Sea Global. The funds support the design and deployment of prefabricated facilities critical to the Eastern Region\u2019s infrastructure buildout.<\/p>\n \u201cTarmeez\u2019s digital issuance model and access to flexible, diverse funding sources enabled us to mobilise quickly and meet tight project timelines while maintaining our regulatory obligations,\u201d<\/i>\u00a0as stated by\u00a0Ghassan Alashkar, Acting CEO of Red Sea International<\/strong>.<\/p>\n In housing and urban development, RASF Real Estate Development is deploying sukuk financing for the Deem project in Al Khobar, a contemporary townhouse complex aimed at the Kingdom\u2019s growing middle class.<\/p>\n \u201cFlexible, fast access to capital means we can respond to housing demand in real time,\u201d\u00a0<\/i>said\u00a0Ahmed Al Sayyari, CEO of RASF<\/strong>.\u00a0\u201cThis model allows us to focus on delivering communities that reflect the lifestyle aspirations of today\u2019s Saudis.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n By opening sukuk to retail investors, Tarmeez Capital is making ethical, Sharia-compliant finance more accessible. This aligns with growing demand for ESG-aligned investments, particularly among younger and underserved investors, and supports Saudi Arabia\u2019s Vision<\/a> 2030 goals for financial inclusion and sustainable growth.<\/p>\n \u201cTarmeez Capital is positioned to play a leading role in the Kingdom\u2019s journey to expand the sukuk and debt market to SAR 954 billion by 2030. Looking ahead, our focus is on scaling our platform, deepening market participation, and contributing to the Kingdom\u2019s vision of a dynamic, inclusive, and globally competitive financial sector.\u201d,<\/i>\u00a0Nasser Al-Saadoun, Founder and CEO of Tarmeez Capital<\/strong>, added.<\/p>\n Tali Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of stc group, established to support innovation and accelerate the growth of emerging technology companies. It focuses on investing in future-oriented sectors such as artificial intelligence, financial technology, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. The initiative aims to strengthen stc’s leadership in advanced technologies and actively contribute to achieving Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 by supporting innovative projects with strategic and economic impact.<\/p>\n stc group is a leading digital enabler, offering a wide range of innovative digital solutions and playing a central role in leading digital transformation. Its portfolio includes advanced services in telecommunications, IT, digital infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, IoT, digital payments, digital media, and entertainment. The group has 13 subsidiaries operating across Saudi Arabia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.<\/p>\n Learn more about stc group<\/p>\n Tarmeez Capital is a Saudi Fintech company licensed by the Capital Market<\/a> Authority (CMA).<\/p>\nAbout Tali Ventures<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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