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Dubai's Emirates NBD posts net profit rise in 2025 driven by record lending growth

Emirates NBD said total gross loans climbed 24% to 658 billion dirhams as of the end of December, driven by markets including Saudi Arabia

Oman Arab Bank launches new platform for SME growth

Aligned with Oman Vision 2040 objectives, the initiative reflects Oman Arab Bank’s strategic role as a partner in national economic development.

Qatar banks’ non-performing loan ratio expected to decline to 3.4% in 2026-2027

The profitability remains sufficient to support internal capital generation buoyed by improving credit conditions.

Montran opens new office in Dubai

The Dubai office will serve as Montran's regional hub for infrastructure projects and client partnerships across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the broader MENA region.

Commercial Bank of Dubai FY 2025 net profit up 15.5% to $953mln

Expected credit losses fell by about a third to AED 521 million

CBK mandates auditor rotation for exchange companies every three years

Under the new directive, the appointment of an auditor may only be renewed twice, after which a replacement becomes mandatory, reports Al-Rai daily.

Gulf Bank reopens Al-Sabahiya branch following comprehensive renovation

As Part of Its Efforts to Promote Sustainability Standards and Deliver an Enhanced Customer Experience

QNB Group becomes first and only bank in MEA in 2026 to surpass US$10bln in brand value

Increase from the previous year

FABMISR rolls out POS payment service to promote Egypt’s financial inclusion

This launch complements the success of online payment acceptance service ‘Access by FABMISR’, the bank’s previously introduced e-commerce payment gateway.

Jordan Ahli Bank joins Credit Plus to enhance supply chain finance and Aavance digital banking solutions

This contributes to improved cash flow and enhances the operational efficiency and competitiveness of both suppliers and buyers

Commercial Bank reports net profit before Pillar Two Tax of QR2,384.4m

Our associates continued to perform well as we continue to work closely with them in the execution of their strategies.

Al Salam Bank marks 20 years of transformational growth and

Two decades of strategic evolution, institutional resilience, and sustained leadership within Bahrain’s banking sector.

EGP steady as dollar trades near 47.3 at major banks

The exchange rate between the USD and EGP recorded EGP 47.23 for purchasing and EGP 47.33 for selling at the United Bank and Faisal Islamic Bank

National Bank opens Dubai office as Canada aims to expand trade ties with UAE

The bank’s clients have been proactively travelling to the UAE and expanding their businesses in the region

Dukhan Bank posts net profit of QR1.41bn in 2025

Our priority remains the creation of sustainable value for all stakeholders, while contributing meaningfully to Qatar’s wider economic and social development.

QNB Group profits rise 1.7% in 2025

Earnings per share rose to QR 1.74 in 2025 compared to QR 1.69 in the same period of last year

NBK maintained its massive efforts to enhance financial literacy in Kuwait throughout 2025

Implementing a chain of innovative initiatives, lectures, and workshops for all society segments

BisB launches “Save Plus” – a Sharia’a‑compliant digital savings scheme for long‑term financial security

Designed to help customers plan for their financial future

Riyad Bank completes issuance of $1B T2 capital sustainable notes

It may only be sold under Regulation S of the US Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

NBK affirms its leadership in social responsibility and human resources with seven Brandon Hall awards

For its excellence in launching outstanding community initiatives and developing innovative internal programs that enhance the workplace environment

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