Gems manages and advises funds which make direct investments in the Asia Pacific region. Our first fund, the GEMS Oriental and General Fund (GEMS O&G), has over $300m in total capital commitments from institutional investors, corporations and sophisticated high net worth individuals.

The principal investment objective of GEMS O&G is to achieve medium to long-term capital appreciation through direct investment in a diversified portfolio of equity investments, primarily in the Asia Pacific region. We provide an alternative source of capital for well-managed companies in need of equity for strategic growth, acquisitions, expansion into new markets, as well as balance sheet restructuring.

GEMS was incorporated in early 1998 by Simon Murray who, for over 20 years, has enjoyed a long and successful business career in the Asia Pacific region During this period of time, he has acquired a unique knowledge of the area and established networks of senior contacts in business communities within Asia Pacific and elsewhere.

The combined networks of Simon Murray, the management team and our respective Board and Advisory Council members provide GEMS with steady deal flow as well as perspective in assessing investments. GEMS O&G subscribers, which include major corporations such as Holder Bank, Hutchison Whampoa, GE Capital Equity Group, Richemont and Deutsche Bank, further ensure GEMS broad international reach for supporting the growth of our portfolio companies.

More information on GEMS can be obtained through GEMS website@ www.gems.com.hk

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