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Zawya
14-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
DHF Capital appoints Iran Erzando as new financial controller
Global – DHF Capital S.A., a Luxembourg-based asset management and securitization company dedicated to serving well-informed personal and institutional investors, is proud to announce the appointment of Iran Erzando as its new Financial Controller. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with over 11 years of professional experience, Iran brings a powerful combination of expertise in external audit and corporate finance. He spent eight years with globally recognized firms including KPMG and Crowe, conducting audits and assurance services across multiple sectors such as retail, hospitality, oil & gas, shipping, and services. Transitioning into corporate finance, Iran has held critical roles within Finance Shared Service Centers in the oil & gas and telecommunications sectors. His key areas of expertise include management accounting, reconciliations, IFRS 16 implementation, and fixed asset management, where he has consistently driven operational accuracy and financial efficiency. 'Iran's appointment will be key to further reinforce our commitment to operational transparency and financial excellence,' said Bas Kooijman, CEO and Founder of DHF Capital. 'His dual perspective from both audit and corporate environments gives him a unique edge that we are eager to leverage with the rest of our team. We're excited to welcome him aboard during this phase of growth, as we continue to scale our offerings and reinforce our governance standards.' 'I'm thrilled to join DHF Capital, a company that's not only growing rapidly but also upholding strong values around investor protection and financial integrity,' said Iran Erzando, new Financial Controller at DHF Capital. 'I look forward to bringing my experience and analytical mindset to support the company's evolving strategy and help build robust financial systems that can scale with its global ambitions.' In his new role, Iran will be responsible for managing the company's financial reporting and compliance processes, optimizing internal controls, and supporting strategic decision-making through precise, data-driven insights. Outside of his professional life, Iran is known to be a passionate sports enthusiast, a certified scuba diver, and a devoted thalassophile enthusiast of oceanic activities and environments. His adventurous spirit and love for the outdoors reflect the resilience, focus, and adaptability he brings to his role in finance. As DHF Capital S.A. continues to expand its footprint across key international markets and enhance its offerings, Iran Erzando's appointment underscores the company's commitment to maintaining the highest standard of financial compliance and control to ensure both its clients' and stakeholders' assets are secure and the company is fit to keep constantly growing. About DHF Capital DHF Capital S.A. is a Luxembourg-based securitization company established in December 2020 for well-informed personal or institutional investors. Combining Forex, equities, and precious metals DHF Capital creates a diverse portfolio for any investor, while keeping the risks as low as possible. DHF Capital provides investors with several investment solutions which vary in risk and reward. This way DHF Capital can easily build the solution which suits its clients best. Additionally, DHF Capital offers unique protection for its investors with a real estate corporate guarantee. This ensures that the interests of the firm and that of its clients are aligned. DHF Capital SA, 21 Rue Glesener, 1631 Gare Luxembourg, Luxembourg +370 601 02195 For more information, please contact: hello@
Wall Street Journal
15-04-2025
- Business
- Wall Street Journal
Gold Gains Amid Likely Safe-Haven Demand
2345 GMT — Gold rises in the early Asian session amid likely safe-haven demand. Uncertainty over U.S. trade policy has persisted, DHF Capital's Bas Kooijman says in an email. 'After recently excluding smartphones and computers from new reciprocal tariffs, President Trump indicated potential exemptions for auto parts,' the CEO and asset manager says. 'However, this was offset by national security investigations into pharmaceutical and semiconductor imports, raising the risk of new trade barriers,' Kooijman adds. Spot gold is up 0.4% at $3,243.49/oz. (
Khaleej Times
06-03-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
UAE: Gold prices recover, jump Dh2 per gram in early trade
Gold prices jumped Dh2 per gram at the market opening in Dubai on Tuesday as yellow metal traded above $2,910 per ounce. At 9am UAE time, 24K jumped to Dh351.5 per gram on Thursday, up from Dh349.5 per gram at the close of the markets on Wednesday. Among the other variants, 22K, 21K and 18K opened higher at Dh327, Dh313.75 and Dh268.75 per gram, respectively. Globally, gold was steady at $2,917.17 per ounce at 9.07am UAE time. Bas Kooijman, CEO and asset manager of DHF Capital SA, said gold prices continued to recover as investors sought safe-haven assets while they monitored global trade developments. 'US President Donald Trump's newly imposed tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada and China prompted swift retaliatory measures and fuelled growth concerns. Trade tensions could bolster gold's appeal as a hedge against uncertainty. However, they could also lead to inflationary pressures, prompting the Federal Reserve to maintain a cautious stance and hold interest rates for an extended period, which could limit gold's rally,' said Kooijman. Beyond trade, he said, geopolitical risks will also play a crucial role in shaping market sentiment. 'Ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Russia-Ukraine conflict could fuel a risk-off sentiment among traders, which could sustain gold's upward trajectory in the short term,' said CEO of DHF Capital.
Wall Street Journal
06-03-2025
- Business
- Wall Street Journal
Gold Steady; Prices Remain Supported by Safe-Asset Demand
0008 GMT — Gold is trading steadily in early Asian trade. Prices remain supported as investors continue to turn to the safe-haven asset as a hedge against uncertainty, given the continued global trade tensions, says Bas Kooijman, CEO and asset manager of DHF Capital S.A. in a note. However, if trade developments lead to inflationary pressures, it could prompt the Fed to remain cautious and hold rates for longer, which could limit gold's rally, Kooijman says. Geopolitical risks around the Russia-Ukraine conflict could fuel risk-off sentiment and sustain gold's upward price trend in the short term, Kooijman adds. Spot gold is flat at $2,919.07/oz. (
Trade Arabia
25-02-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
UAE's AI market set to hit $46bn by 2030, says report
The UAE's Artificial Intelligence market is set to grow from $3.47 billion last year to a staggering $46.3 billion by 2030, with the sector forecasted to contribute 14% to the country's GDP by 2030, equating to approximately $100 billion, said an expert. The UAE Strategy for Artificial Intelligence, government-led initiatives like The Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council (AIATC), strategic frameworks such as The National Program for Artificial Intelligence, and private sector investments spearheaded by the likes of the country's G423 and MGX4, are making AI one of the most appealing investment spaces in the UAE's economy. According to Bas Kooijman, CEO and Asset Manager of DHF Capital, many of the high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) individuals are looking to technology-driven investments to grow their wealth. This is a welcome sign amidst the country's AI outlook, especially after the UAE welcomed 6,700 millionaire migrants into its borders in 2024. An additional projected inflow of 8,200 millionaires is expected in the UAE in 2025, more than any other country in the world. Moreover, 72% of asset and wealth managers are expecting AI and tech to reshape investment strategies7, reinforcing the notion that the landscape is shifting fast with HNW and UHNW investors boasting investment power to spearhead this trajectory, he stated. The integration of AI in finance accordingly requires investors to rethink their investment strategies. Bas said: "With current inflation rates, geopolitical turmoil, and several other factors at play, diversification is no longer optional; it is a must to enable financial freedom in today's world. The days of relying solely on traditional markets are fading fast – if not already in the rearview – and investors who are not tapping into AI-driven opportunities risk falling behind." "Tech-based Algorithmic trading, data-powered insights, and risk-managed asset allocation are reshaping wealth-building strategies, giving investors the ability to secure a future-proof portfolio that balances innovation, security, and high-growth potential. Dubai's top 10 global AI ranking could elevate even further if the country's current $100 billion AI GDP forecast is realized in five years," he added. As one of the biggest tech-infrastructure projects in the world, one of the UAE's most recent endeavours is a $30-$50 billion investment in a 1-gigawatt AI data centre in partnership with France. This collaboration reinforces the country's elite global standing in this space and also a willingness to cross-collaborate towards innovation. As global AI leaders turn to Dubai for strategic collaboration, the region is attracting both massive capital and top-tier talent, making this a prime moment for investors to tap into the AI boom, said the expert. Complimenting this surge, the global wealth management software market, the key to AI-driven investing, is already valued at $5.51 billion and set for explosive growth, projected to expand at a 14% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2025 through the decade's end. For investors looking beyond traditional markets, AI is the next big play in reshaping portfolio strategies, unlocking new revenue streams, and building future-proof investments, stated Kooijman, who is helping investors make sense of this massive shift, enabling HNWIs and UHNWIs to secure high-growth, long-term returns through strategic portfolio diversification.
