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Deutsche Bank appoints Thomas Haag as General Manager Abu Dhabi Branch

As General Manager of Abu Dhabi branch, Mr. Haag will have oversight over all activities regulated by the UAE Central Bank.

Arab Israel Bank CEO resigns after Leumi merger

Bank Leumi said in a statement: “Bank Leumi takes each complaint seriously and addresses it comprehensively."

Gary Dugan appointed Chief Investment Officer of Emirates NBD

He was recently named ‘Leading GCC Private Banker’ by GCC Wealth Briefing.

Hedge-fund hires HSBC’s Head of Emerging-Market Debt

In the Middle East, Man Group delivers investment services to clients across multiple jurisdictions and covering most of the major asset classes.

Swis private bank boosts ME board

She holds a BSc in Accounting, from the College of Administrative Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh (1997) and an MBA from Columbia University (2004).

Mashreq strengthens leadership team with new head of International Banking Group

It’s a very exciting challenge at a significant time in Mashreq’s development.

Saod Obaidalla promoted to global Head of Private Banking at Emirates NBD

He joined the Private Banking team (PB) in 2010 to set up the Royal Accounts segment and most recently, successfully oversaw the UAE and GCC markets for PB.

Deutsche Bank expands research team in Dubai

We now have nine analysts covering twelve sectors in nine markets across the EM complex

MetLife Hires SocGen's Funk in London to Build Asset Management

MetLife and Principal Financial Group Inc. are among insurers bolstering asset-management arms, operations that can generate fee income with less capital burden than other businesses.

AP Executive hires consultant for London, UK and Middle East region

AP Executive’s London office gets a specialist consultant for London, UK and Middle-East

Oracle's asset management arm plans MENA expansion

Oracle Capital Group is perfectly positioned to capitalise on these changes and help its new and existing clientele to enjoy a greater level of service

Awal Appointed Fund Manager for Investment House Al-Beit Al Mali Fund

The Al-Beit Al Mali fund is open only to private and institutional investors, and will offer the prospect of strong growth and long term investment returns through investing in equities in Qatar.

Credit Suisse poaches Jefferies real estate banker - memo

He will focus on the European lodging sector when he joins the London office in June.

Changing places: Barclays names new UK/EME general counsel

Hardy has been internally promoted to replace Simon Croxford's previous role.

Deutsche Bank appoints Chief Country Officer for the United Arab Emirates

He continues to serve as the Vice Chairman of Deutsche Bank for the Middle East & North Africa (MENA)

Abu Dhabi Investment Authority Appoints Global Head of Private Equities

His mandate will encompass investments in private equity funds, principal investments, secondary fund investments and private credit.

Kazakhstan Fires Wealth Fund Manager Who Criticized Strategy

Berik Otemurat, CEO of Kazakhstan’s National Investment Corp has be fired

Inovest names CEO

He has experience in deal sourcing, developing new business opportunities, structuring, placement and in successful investment exits.

BCG Expands its Roster of Middle East Partners

The global management consulting firm has boosted its Telecom, Energy, and Financial Services practices with a string of strategic partner appointments

Daman appoints new heads at brokerage and asset management divisions

He brings with him 14 years of practical experience with some of the top ten brokerage houses in Egypt and the GCC region.

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