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National Bank of Bahrain net profit soars to $126mln in H1

Top Bahraini bank said its total comprehensive income attributable to the shareholders for the period fell 33% to BD34.3 million

Al Baraka Bank Egypt reports outstanding H1 2025 results

Recording net profit of EGP 1.96 bln with 46.7% growth

Saudi banks’ June profits hit record $2.63bn amid loan growth, digital boom

The strong performance builds on a solid first half for the Kingdom’s banking industry, which has benefited from Saudi Arabia’s robust macroeconomic fundamentals and policy reforms.

FAB Islamic partners with Abu Dhabi Housing Authority to deliver subsidised home loans to eligible Emirati beneficiaries

The service supports the UAE’s "Year of Community" initiative

QNB expects deflation to dominate future macro trends

Conversely, deflation, the sustained decline in the general price level or much lower than normal inflation

Arab Bank named "Middle East Winner" at The Banker’s Technology Awards 2025

The awards recognise the most innovative banks across the world for their digital banking initiatives

Banque Misr Supports Kasr Al-Ainy Hospital with EGP 124M for Critical Care Upgrade

The signing was attended by Dr. Fatma El-Gouly, Head of Corporate Communications Sector at Banque Misr

Khaleeji Bank reports net profit attributable to shareholders of BD5.614mln for H1 2025

For the six‑month period ended 30th June 2025

Why UAE, Saudi, Qatari banks are giving out more loans at lower interest rates

Emirates NBD, FAB, Al Rajhi raise guidance as easing rates fuel loan and income growth

Bahrain Development Bank bags two wins at Asian Banking & Finance Retail Banking Awards 2025

BDB addresses short-term liquidity challenges as well with its Invoice Discounting via the digital platform tijara.

Banking consortium grants $127mln syndicated loan to Mountain View for East Cairo project

The funds will partially finance the investment costs of Mountain View’s real estate project in East Cairo, which has an estimated total development value of $296mln

Alfardan Exchange wins Arab Banks Awards & Commendations of Excellence 2025

These efforts support the company’s vision to be the premier choice for financial services in Qatar.

UAE's Largest Bank FAB Relocates to New London Address Cementing 48-Year Legacy in the UK

The new relocation celebrates FAB's nearly five-decade presence in the UK and affirms the bank's commitment to London as a key global financial hub.

Ithmaar Bank announces half-year profits

Announced its financial results for the six-month period ended 30 June 2025

Gulf Bank transitions entire recruitment process to a fully digital experience

Shift streamlines the recruitment journey, making it more efficient and user-friendly

FABMISR launches "Al Oula" – A milestone for women's financial empowerment

Al Oula stands at the forefront of government efforts, further contributing to the empowerment of the 12 million women

Khaleeji Bank announces exclusive offers for clients applying to transfer their credit card balances

Includes a 0% profit rate for 6 months and cashback of up to 3%

AI in Finance Awards 2025 | Consumer Banking

Financial institutions worldwide are leveraging AI, marking a shift from traditional rule-based systems to responsive, intelligent solutions.

QIIB wins 2025 ‘Leadership Award for Sustainable Islamic Finance’

The event was attended by senior officials and prominent representatives from the Arab and international banking and business sectors.

Egypt’s CIB Eyes Another 50 Years of Leadership

As milestones go, being at the forefront of a country’s banking sector for 50 years, and driving economic growth and championing customer-centric innovation, is something to celebrate.