# MKI Global Partners Establishes Emerging Markets Practice Led by Alex Alencar

> MKI Global Partners has established an emerging markets practice focused on Latin America, led by Managing Director Alex Alencar.

- Published: 2026-10-19T06:47:32+00:00
- Section: Expansion
- Author: News Desk
- URL: https://newsforagent.com/news/2026-10-19/mki-global-partners-latin-america-practice
- Source: [GlobeNewswire](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2026/10/19/3382987/0/en/mki-global-partners-expands-into-emerging-markets-with-focus-on-latin-america.html)

## Key takeaways

- MKI Global Partners established an emerging markets practice with an initial focus on Latin America, led by newly appointed Managing Director Alex Alencar.
- Alex Alencar brings more than 30 years of experience in international financial markets, including senior positions at global investment banks.
- The appointment follows a period of international growth for MKI, including the opening of its Washington, D.C. office.

[MKI Global Partners](https://akta.pro/company-profiles/00pxp6r/mki-global-partners) has established an emerging markets practice with an initial focus on Latin America, led by newly appointed Managing Director Alex Alencar. The independent advisory firm, headquartered in London, advises institutional investors and listed corporations on complex global event-driven investment situations, including mergers, acquisitions, spin-offs and shareholder dynamics. The announcement was made via [GlobeNewswire](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2026/10/19/3382987/0/en/mki-global-partners-expands-into-emerging-markets-with-focus-on-latin-america.html) on October 19, 2026.

## Alex Alencar to Lead MKI's Latin America Push

Alencar brings more than 30 years of experience in international financial markets, including senior positions at global investment banks. Originally from Brazil and based in London, he has worked extensively with institutional investors, hedge funds and companies across Latin America and other emerging markets.

The practice will support existing MKI clients pursuing opportunities in Latin America and other emerging markets, while helping investors and companies in the region navigate complex situations across international markets. Alencar will work alongside MKI's corporate and regional teams, combining local knowledge with the firm's established expertise.

Mark Kelly, CEO of MKI Global Partners, said: "We are delighted to welcome Alex to MKI. His experience and judgement will be invaluable as we continue to grow. His appointment strengthens our ability to support clients across the globe, now including Latin America and other emerging markets."

Alex Alencar, Managing Director, MKI Global Partners, said: "MKI's independent approach and the experience of its team were key attractions for me. I'm looking forward to building the practice and working with the team to support investors and companies across emerging markets."

## MKI's Recent Expansion and Office Network

According to [akta.pro company records](https://akta.pro/company-data), MKI Global Partners opened a Washington, D.C. office in June 2026, establishing a permanent US capital presence for policy and regulatory engagement alongside its London headquarters and New York office. The firm rebranded from MKP Advisors to MKI Global Partners in January 2026 to reflect growth across jurisdictions and the international nature of its operations across Europe and the United States. In the same month, MKI recruited Tom Seitz and Aditiya Bulusu as Partners based in the new Washington, D.C. office. The firm operates three offices: London, New York and Washington, D.C.

## Emerging Markets Activity Across the Sector

Robeco, a European asset manager founded in 1929, has invested in emerging markets for a century, [EXPANSION](https://www.expansion.com/mercados/fondos/2026/10/16/6acf8b6ae5fdea85168b45aa.html) reported on October 15, 2026. Its Madrid office, led by Laura Román, manages over 12,000 million euros, with 35% in quantitative models and 75,000 million in emerging market equity. The firm expects an 8% annualized return on emerging market equities over five years.

WHG, a Brazilian asset manager founded by former Credit Suisse executives, is adding to its newly formed local equities desk, [Bloomberg](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-10-16/brazilian-asset-manager-whg-expands-its-local-equities-team) reported on October 16, 2026. The expansion is part of its broader strategy to strengthen local equity coverage.

## What Comes Next for MKI

The appointment follows a period of international growth for MKI, including the opening of its Washington, D.C. office and mandates involving private equity firms and listed companies in the UK, North America and continental Europe. The firm's website is [mkigp.com](https://mkigp.com).

## Companies in this story

- [MKI Global Partners company profile](https://akta.pro/company-profiles/00pxp6r/mki-global-partners) · website: https://mkigp.com

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