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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

BankDhofar named Oman’s fastest growing bank by branch network

This prestigious award highlights the bank’s commitment to enhancing accessibility and delivering a comprehensive suite of banking services tailored to meet the evolving needs of its diverse customer base

NBK continues to strengthen its operational resilience and invest in advanced technologies

Speaking at the 1Q2025 Earning Conference Call

Arab Bank Group profits grow by 7% to $271 million for first quarter of 2025

The Group maintained its strong capital base with a total equity of USD 12.1 billion.

Jordan: Arab Bank Group says profits grow by 7% to $271mln for Q1 2025

The group’s liquidity and asset quality remain “solid” where loan-to-deposit ratio stood at 74 per cent and credit provisions held against non-performing loans continue to exceed 100 per cent

Oman Arab Bank powers a cashless experience at Muscat International Book Fair 2025

One of the most anticipated cultural events in the Sultanate, the book fair attracts thousands of visitors annually, celebrating literature, learning, and creativity

Saudi EXIM Bank’s credit facilities more than double to $8.93bn

This aligns with the bank’s goal to double the value of Saudi industrial exports from SR254 billion in 2022 to SR557 billion in 2030, and SR892 billion by 2035.

Dubai Islamic Bank showcases an exceptional first quarter 2025 Performance

Reaffirming its Position as the Global Leader in Islamic Finance

Emirates NBD’s profit before tax rises 56% to AED 7.8 billion

On strong loan growth and improving deposit mix

Ahlibank strategic partner of Trade and Treasury TransAhlibank strategic partner of Trade and Treasury Transformation Summitformation Summit

These efforts aim to enhance operational efficiency and deliver an exceptional customer experience

Commercial Bank awarded ‘Best in-class Straight Through Processing rates’ by JP Morgan

Commercial Bank’s financial solutions have always been centered around customer convenience.

Saudi: SNB’s net profits jump 19.5% in Q1-25

Earnings per share (EPS) went up to SAR 0.96 as of 31 March 2025 from SAR 0.82 a year earlier, according to the financial results

Commercial Bank awarded ‘Best in-class Straight Through Processing rates’ by JP Morgan

Commercial Bank’s financial solutions have always been centered around customer convenience.

QIIB net profit surges 6.3% to QR356.4m in Q1 2025

The results reflect solid performance and encouraging financial and operational outcomes, further strengthening the bank’s position within Qatar’s banking sector.

NBK reports net profit of KD 134.1mln for 1Q2025

Total assets as of the end of March 2025 grew by 8.7% year-on-year to reach KD 41.6 billion

Qatar banking sector assets reach QR2.06 trillion in Feb 2025

On a year-to-date basis, total assets have grown by 0.7 percent, reflecting a solid start to the year for the financial sector.

NBK named “Best Retail Bank in Customer Service in Kuwait” for 2024

Based on Service Hero’s Customer Satisfaction Index

The Central Bank of the UAE awards Tap Payments a Full Payment Services license

This marks the completion of regulatory approvals across the entire GCC

FAB proceeds with restructuring and taps a new head of human resources

Plus: Mubarak Ali Abdullah Al Neyadi is the new Undersecretary of the Ministry of Justice

SABIC profit forecast to drop 47% in Q1 2025, says Riyad Capital

The top line of petrochemical companies under its coverage to rise 7% YoY

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