01/02/2019
QDB’s Franchise initiative to take Qatari brands to the world
The franchise model contains all the information related to strategy, legal advice, operational and marketing documents prepared to take Qatari brands to the world.
Retail Banking
12/31/2018
Burgan Bank issues $328m bonds in Kuwait market
We are very pleased to close this inaugural benchmark transaction
12/28/2018
Digital banking gains momentum in Egypt
Egypt's proactive attitude is driving digital growth in the country's banking sector and is filtering down to the consumer too.
12/27/2018
KIB sells 4 major Kuwait state properties in auction
A total of 15 properties (vacant land) owned by the Kuwait Investment Authority were put up for sale at the auction held at Safir International Hotel in Kuwait.
12/27/2018
Bank AlJazira wins 2 industry awards
Bank Aljazira is very well-known for its excellent Electronic Banking channels
12/26/2018
Saudi Arabia's biggest lender NCB in merger talks with rival Riyad Bank
The potential deal will be the second tie-up in the kingdom, the biggest banking market in the GCC
12/26/2018
Bank of Sharjah open to mergers
Consolidation trend in the UAE's banking sector is set to continue, says executive
12/26/2018
Bank Sohar unveils its new brand as Sohar International
The bank's board of directors and executive management team joined Sohar International's chairman, Mohammad Mahfoudh al Ardhi
12/25/2018
Doha Bank closes QR525mn syndicated term loan facility
The syndicated transaction was significantly oversubscribed and Doha Bank was able to upsize the facility from the initial target size of $400mn due to the excellent support from its relationship banks, Dr R Seetharaman, chief executive of Doha Bank, said
12/24/2018
Barwa Bank EGM approves proposed merger with IBQ
In addition, it was approved to increase the bank’s authorised and paid-up capital from QR4,000,000,000 and QR3,000,000,000 respectively to QR5,234,100,000, taking into consideration the terms and conditions of the merger.
12/23/2018
Invest Bank seeks fresh capital infusion to strengthen balance sheet
Government of Sharjah will acquire 50 per cent equity, subject to shareholder approval
12/20/2018
Doha Bank opens representative office in Nepal
Doha Bank has already started partnering with Nepali banks and financial institutions to facilitate Nepalis working in Qatar to send money home.
12/20/2018
Moody's upgrades ratings of three Bahraini retail banks
These banks are BBK, National Bank of Bahrain Bahrain Islamic Bank and Khaleeji Commercial Bank.
12/20/2018
NBO wins prestigious CITI Straight Through Processing Excellence Award
NBO's Operations Department offers local and international customers an end-to-end service to support their national and global financial needs.
12/20/2018
SABB ‘Best Cash Manager Bank in Saudi Arabia’ anew
The combination of SABB’s breadth of offering, extensive domestic footprint and global reach has positioned SABB as the strongest cash management player in Saudi Arabia.
12/19/2018
Emirates NBD and Emirates Skywards define new standards for loyalty in UAE
Offers Skywards Miles on debit card spends linked to savings account balance
12/19/2018
Egypt’s Commercial International Bank launches CVentures, a CVC to invest in FinTech startups in Middle East & Africa
CVentures will also consider making seed investment across similar markets.
12/19/2018
Doha Bank marks National Day with festivities
The day-long celebration featured the presence of VIPs, the Bank’s leadership, senior management, as well as employees and their families.
12/19/2018
Iraqi trade bank reportedly intends to acquire a Turkish lender
Turkey is the largest trade partner of Iraq.
12/17/2018
Trade Bank of Iraq looking to acquire a Turkish lender
The state-owned bank is expanding in the Arabian Gulf and eyes as much as 7% in revenue growth, says chairman