Strategic Capital Advisory for a Changing World

Delivering value and outcomes to corporations, governments, and investors.

Trusted by Global Institutions
ABOUT US

More Than Advisory. Aligned Capital.

At Merchant Edge, we blend strategic and financial expertise with proprietary and tested methodology to deliver solutions and results beyond traditional capital advisory. 

Selectively, we act as Merchant Bankers and co-invest in the transactions we advise on—further ensuring alignment of interests. 

Our mission is to deliver independent, world-class solutions and execution grounded in long-term partnership and real commitment.

OUR VALUE PROPOSITIONS

Why Choose Us?

We are committed to deep and long-term client relationships that deliver results. Merchant Edge combines tested methodology, deep market expertise, global reach, and a distinctive alignment model that sets us apart in today’s evolving financial landscape.

Defined methodologies supported by technology and resources
Global perspective, regional execution
Co-investment model ensures alignment
Flexible, bespoke advisory solutions
Deep experience across sectors and geographies
ours in numbers

Merchant Edge in Numbers

A snapshot of our reach, track record, and growing impact.

$750M+

Capital Structured Across Transactions

Spanning equity, debt, sukuk and hybrid instruments for mid-to-large market clients.

16+ Countries

Transaction & Advisory Experience Across Key Markets

Mandates executed across North America, South America, MENA & GCC, Europe, and Southeast Asia.

70%+

Repeat Engagement Rate with Institutional Clients

Reflecting long-term trust and advisory alignment.

"We sit on the same side of the table, designing solutions we would invest in ourselves."

Abhishank Jajur

Senior Managing Director

“Merchant Edge represents the sum of my experience. A platform that blends institutional rigor with entrepreneurial agility to deliver meaningful and effective outcomes.”

Ibrahim Mardam-Bey

CEO

 “When we engage, we stay engaged. We navigate shifts, solve surprises, and deliver results.”

Abdul Kader El Haraki

Managing Director

 "Founders build the idea. We build the path that gets it funded"

Nour Fakih

Managing Director

“We turn capital strategy into competitive advantage.”

Shazilan Dahalan

Managing Director

"We treat every mandate as a shared mission, not a transaction"

Johnny Fares Eid

Director

Global Client Reach

Trusted by Institutions Worldwide

Merchant Edge partners with a select group of visionary institutions across geographies and sectors. Explore our international footprint through the clients we've advised, invested with, or supported.

global presence

Strategically positioned, globally connected

With offices in Washington DC, London, Kuala Lumpur, and Beirut, we operate at the center of global capital flows—bridging markets and ecosystems.

"Merchant-Edge’s insight and advice helped us shape the narrative of Everest Place. Their ability to articulate our vision in a way that resonated with top-tier investors was critical. They combined deep real estate expertise with sharp execution and opened doors we wouldn’t have reached on our own.”

— Zafir Rashid

Everest Place

“They believed in our vision before others did. Merchant Edge knew how to position an AI product like ours to the right kind of investor. Thanks to their strategic guidance and introductions, we closed a transformative deal with a global leader.”

— Basem Abu Ayash

Aintel

“Merchant Edge was instrumental in helping CanCertain sharpen its positioning and communicate its story with clarity and confidence. Their support went beyond traditional advisory work. They believed in the company early, invested alongside us, and continue to stand behind the business as committed long-term partners.”

— Dr. Himanshu Kataria

CanCertain

“Merchant Edge guided us through a strategic capital raise with uncommon clarity. Their ability to balance global investor dynamics with local execution was exactly what we needed.”

— Rami Fakih

Founder & CEO, Cedarsolar Energy

“They advised like partners, not consultants. Merchant Edge didn’t just understand our market — they understood our ambition.”

— Ananya Mehra

Founder, Blockcore Infrastructure

“We brought them in late, but they became essential. From modeling to structuring, Merchant Edge helped us close a complex deal with confidence and speed.”

— Dr. Alan McReed

Managing Director, MedBridge Holdings

"Merchant Edge didn’t just help us raise capital. They helped shape the story. Their ability to articulate our vision in a way that resonated with top-tier investors was critical. They combined deep real estate expertise with sharp execution and opened doors we wouldn’t have reached on our own.”

— Zafir Rashid

Everest Place

“They believed in our vision before others did. Merchant Edge knew how to position an AI product like ours to the right kind of investor. Thanks to their strategic guidance and introductions, we closed a transformative deal with a global leader.”

— Aintel

Basem Abu Ayash

“We needed a partner who could understand both traditional fund structuring and the rapidly evolving digital asset space. Merchant Edge delivered on both fronts. Their insight and network gave our capital raise the credibility and velocity it needed.”

— Alphemy Capital

Roman Khrushch

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