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Qatari banks to uphold robust financial metrics in 2025: Fitch

Qatari banks are projected to uphold their robust financial metrics in 2025, despite persisting asset quality pressures, according to a recent peer review by Fitch Ratings.

Qatar moving with firm steps towards bright future

Since the launch of Qatar National Vision 2030, Qatar has made significant progress in leveraging the returns of its investments in the energy sector to build world-class infrastructure and institutions.

Public finance of GCC countries witnessed significant financial surplus in 2022, 2023: GCC-Stat

The total public finances in the GCC countries also recorded a significant deficit during 2014-2021.

Robust growth for KPMG as global revenues rise 5.1% to $38.4bln

An increase of 5.1% in local currency and 5.4% US$ from FY23

UAE Wealth Management - Market Sizing and Growth Opportunities to 2028 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

The UAE wealth management market has experienced robust growth, driven by rising asset values and an increase in affluent individuals seeking professional investment advice.

Hilton London Metropole hotel review: Affordable luxury and city views in London's 'Little Arabia'

Located on cosmopolitan Edgware Road, this four-star hotel has long-been popular with GCC travellers

The rise of family-owned business in the Middle East

This confidence has also led to a significant influx of ultra-high-net-worth individuals

Qatar retail sales projected to grow at annualised rate of 2.2% up to 2028: Alpen Capital

Main drivers are government’s ambitious strategy to make Qatar a tourist destination, growing population and rising income levels

Global Finance Names The World’s Best Trade Finance Providers 2025

Criteria for choosing the winners included: transaction volume, scope of global coverage, customer service, competitive pricing and innovative technologies.

Qatar’s budget for 2025 prioritises spending on vital sectors

The allocations for health and education sectors stand at QR41.4bn, accounting for 20 percent of the budget.

Fiaz Hussain on his 25 years in management consulting and his time at Argon & Co

At the same time, Argon & Co is a global player with offices in 15+ countries, with deep expertise in strategic operations, supply chain, procurement, and digital

What are some of the current challenges for mental health in the workplace?

In today’s corporate environment, the term "mental health" is increasingly being discussed

UAE, Saudi to post strong credit growth in 2025: Fitch

High oil prices, expansion in non-oil sector to support growth

Saudi financial services firm United International’s CEO passes away

The eXtra subsidiary began trading on tadawul exchange on December 3

QBA and Egypt discuss investment opportunities across various sectors

He pointed out the existence of numerous promising investment opportunities that Egypt looks forward to collaborating on with its Qatari counterparts.

Deloitte survey reveals over half of Middle East C-Suite executives leverage technology to drive climate action

Key insights of the CxO Sustainability Report 2024 presented at a roundtable at the ongoing Future Sustainability Forum

Cash crunch pushes Libyans to bank cards despite hurdles

Transactions are more simple with the card.

ADGM's Asset Management Sector Leads Exponential Growth in Third Quarter of 2024

ADGM continues to align with Abu Dhabi's economic growth

KFH Emphasizes its Role in Economic Development and Fostering Relations with the British Financial Community

The meeting explored opportunities to strengthen economic ties between KFH and the United Kingdom.Lord Mayor of London

Around 410 housing units in Qatar delivered in Q3

The quarterly report notes that this year’s supply predicts 7,000 apartments.

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