Mumtalakat, CYVN deal would value McLaren F1 at almost EUR 3.5bn

Mumtalakat, CYVN deal would value McLaren F1 at almost EUR 3.5bn

McLaren Formula One team is set to be valued at over EUR 3.5bn in a significant deal that will see the full acquisition of a 30% stake by Mumtalakat, the Bahraini sovereign wealth fund, and Abu Dhabi-based automotive investment group CYVN Holdings. This transaction, if confirmed, will give these Gulf investors complete ownership of McLaren Racing, according to sources close to the matter [1].

The deal, which could be announced as early as Tuesday, reflects the resurgent performance of McLaren Racing under the leadership of CEO Zak Brown. McLaren driver Oscar Piastri's victory in the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort last weekend and the team's strong position in the constructors' championship have bolstered the valuation [1].

The acquisition will involve Mumtalakat and CYVN acquiring the stakes currently owned by MSP Sports Capital, Ares Investment Management, UBS O'Connor, and several other small shareholders. MSP Sports Capital initially bought a 15% stake in McLaren Racing in 2020, providing urgently needed capital to the broader McLaren Group, whose automotive arm was severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic [1].

The deal underscores the growing investor appetite for Formula 1-related assets, with other notable transactions such as Aston Martin selling its stake in its Grand Prix team at a valuation of EUR 2.4bn in July 2025 [1]. Additionally, the McLaren-Mastercard title partnership, announced earlier this year, has further enhanced the team's visibility and financial prospects [2].

The McLaren Group, founded in 1963 by Bruce McLaren, has a storied history in Formula 1, winning multiple constructors' championships and numerous Grand Prix races. The recent deal to acquire the 30% stake will simplify the ownership structure of one of the most famous names in the global luxury car industry [1].

While the deal is a significant milestone for McLaren, it is not expected to lead to an immediate public listing. The company has been repeatedly forced to tap private shareholders for funding, and supply chain challenges have hindered its recovery [1]. The McLaren Group continues to focus on strengthening its financial position and expanding its operations.

References:
[1] https://news.sky.com/story/mclaren-f1-arm-valued-at-over-3bn-in-stake-sale-13422859
[2] https://www.forbes.com/sites/yaraelshebiny/2025/08/28/mclaren-f1-team-names-mastercard-as-title-partner-from-2026/