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NBO introduces Direct Debit E-Mandate, transforming recurring payments in Oman

Developed as part of the Central Bank of Oman’s (CBO) digital payment efforts

QIB receives 'Best Retail Bank' and 'Best SME Bank in Qatar' awards

The bank has also introduced the first ‘Auto Marketplace’ in Qatar

Kuwait’s Warba Bank mandates banks for $250 mln AT1 capital sukuk

Part state-owned bank is to issue the AT1 sukuk for capital adequacy and general corporate purposes

National Bank of Fujairah wins in five categories at MEA Finance Banking Technology Awards 2025

NBF recognised for excellence in innovation, cybersecurity, mobile banking, and corporate payments

NBK chosen as Kuwait’s main settlement bank by KCC

Following Comprehensive Evaluations Since 2020

Saudi National Bank plans new sukuk

The amount and terms of the offer will be subject to market conditions

Qatar banks' total assets grew 0.6% to reach QR2.074tn in March: QNBFS

With higher loans increase over deposits during March

QNB warns of potential global disruptions due to US economic imbalances

QNB noted that overcoming such economic challenges requires a coordinated international approach

Al Baraka Bank Egypt expands its network with two new branches in Sheikh Zayed and New Cairo

This brings the total number of the bank’s branches across Egypt to 42.

BankDhofar launches "Leadership Development" program to empower future-ready Omani leaders

This initiative empowers Omani talent with world-class expertise, fostering visionary leaders to propel Oman’s economy forward

Saudi bank lending hits $827bn in March, fastest growth in over 3.5 years

This shift underscores how businesses are now the dominant force shaping Saudi Arabia’s lending landscape, signaling the economy’s accelerating diversification.

BankDhofar launches "Leadership Development" program to empower future-ready Omani leaders

This initiative empowers Omani talent with world-class expertise, fostering visionary leaders to propel Oman’s economy forward

QNB warns of potential global disruptions due to US economic imbalances

It warned that a further deterioration of these imbalances could increase the likelihood of a disorderly adjustment in global markets.

FABMISR expands in Egypt with 4 new branches

The new additions, therefore, bring FABMISR’s total number of branches across Egypt to 72 until the present time

ila Bank named "MENA Retail Bank of the Year" at 2025 MEED MENA Banking Excellence Awards

ila customers can manage their finances instantly through digital access to both conventional and Islamic banking solutions via ‘ila alburaq’.

AlRayan Bank concludes Diamond sponsorship of Qatar CSR Summit 2025

Receives top award for Best CSR Initiative in the Banking Sector

QIIB partners with Visa to enhance fraud prevention and risk management

We remain fully committed to the Qatar government’s vision of a secure and resilient digital economy

Al Baraka Bank Egypt and Delta University Join Forces for Youth Financial Empowerment

Al Baraka Bank Egypt partners with Delta University to promote financial literacy, launch student accounts, and empower youth through practical training.

First Abu Dhabi Bank Q1 net profit up 23%, beats estimate

Operating income grew 11% to AED 8.81 billion

ADCB reports 20% YoY rise in profit before tax to AED 2.907bln in Q1’25

With net profit after tax(1) at AED 2.446 bln

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