Demand for informed, in-depth studies on the behavior of sovereign wealth funds (SWFs) is rising. Such analyses are crucial for advancing debates on international political economy, especially the intentions behind government actions and the movements of markets. This work on the political economy of SWFs treads new ground in this consequential domain by framing the discussion squarely upon the Middle East and Asia. These two regions are not just central geographic foundations of the global SWF sector but also areas of strategic significance to the global economy.