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FAB Asset Management raises $200 million through launch of fixed maturity portfolio

Portfolio includes the second series of FAB’s conventional fixed maturity portfolio

Bahrain’s GFH appoints lead managers, book runners for upcoming sukuk

10 banks have been appointed including the investment banking arm of Dubai’s largest lender - ENBD Capital, ADIB, and Saudi Arabia’s Al Rajhi Bank

FAB posts third-quarter profit rise on international revenue boost

Bank's net profit increased by 5 per cent to $1.2bn during the three month period

Oman’s credit balance reaches $81.6bn in August

The increase in credit figures indicates a robust and expanding economic environment in Oman, characterized by a greater flow of funds throughout the economy.

Dubai Islamic Bank’s Access auto finance for people of determination

The new offering opens doors to enhanced mobility for People of Determination across the UAE

Oman’s Bank Muscat Q3 net profit up nearly 8%

Customer deposits rose 7%

KFH selects Gieom to digitally transform its policies & procedures

Digital Blueprint will enable KFH to centralise and streamline its policy and procedure management, creating a structured, accessible system for employees and stakeholders.

Qatari lenders return to global debt markets to refinance and diversify funding

The momentum is set to continue in 2025

NBB Receives 2023 US-Dollar Clearing Recognition Award from J.P. Morgan

The award was presented by Nawaf Yusuf Humood

Dukhan Bank reports a net profit of QAR 1.14bln for the nine-month period ended 30 September 2024

Strong profitability driven by a persistent year-on-year growth in total income of 16%

Saudi EXIM Bank and DL Hudson sign USD 50mln credit facility agreement

Connects local exporters with over 22 international markets around the world

QNB unifies its brand to enhance global presence

The rebranding will see QNB Alahli in Egypt and QNB Finansbank in Turkey operating under the single name "QNB."

QDB introduces 0% short-term financing to companies that settled NRGP loans

QDB said in a statement the new initiative which grants companies zero interest rate short-term loans comes within the framework of the Amiri gesture

QNB concludes Emerging Leaders Program

The second component focused on the Business of Banking, featuring four specialized modules delivered by Fitch Learning over 10 days

New Bank of Bahrain Investment Product Pairs Bitcoin Growth Potential With Capital Security

Through this move, it aims to offer a hedge against the volatility traditionally associated with digital currencies.

Qatar: Total assets of commercial banks up 6.8% to $549bln in August

There was also a surge of 11.9% in the total domestic deposits on yearly basis

National Bank of Bahrain partners with Citi to offer 24/7 dollar clearing service

The innovative service streamlines the processing of USD transactions

Gulf Bank introduces 10th edition of Ajyal Program to develop young talent and cultivate future banking leaders

This program aims to refine their skills and support their professional and personal growth

Commercial Bank awarded with 'Banking and Financial Technology Award for 2024' at UDST

This recognition underscores our dedication to providing our customers with innovative and convenient banking experiences.

Total assets of commercial banks up 6.8% to QR2 trillion in August

QCB post further stated that the total broad money supply (M2) increased by 6.7 percent to reach QR730.9bn in August 2024 on year-on-year basis.

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