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Central Bank of Kuwait strengthens consumer protection with new banking guidelines

Banks are now required to develop performance indicators to measure customer satisfaction and the quality of complaint handling.

Saudi Arabia's SNB reports 20% rise in third-quarter net profit

Saudi National Bank reported a net profit attributable to equity holders of $1.73bln in the quarter ended on September 30

Commercial Bank joins key IMF, IIF meetings

The reception, hosted by the Qatari Banks on 15 October 2025, was attended by Minister of Finance, H E Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari; Governor of the Qatar Central Bank, H E Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al-Thani; as well as Qatari Banks, Board members,

Eight Kuwaiti banks among Arab world’s 100 largest banks

The Commercial Bank of Kuwait ranked seventh locally and 60th in the Arab world, while Kuwait International Bank rounded out the list, ranking eighth locally and 67th in the Arab world.

Ahlibank net profit surges 4.5% to QR676.2m in Q3

The bank’s results highlight its continued resilience and focus on sustainable growth

Al Baraka Bank Egypt secures $4.2mln funding from MSMEDA

The financing will be used to refinance SMEs and entrepreneurs at competitive rates

Strategic role of risk management in Oman’s banking sector

Risk management today is no longer a supportive function activated after losses occur

Bank Muscat's nine-month 2025 profit rises 12%

Net impairment loss was lower on year at OMR 43.6 million

Banking alliance grants EGP 7bn loan to Sky Innovo Developments for Park St. Edition project

The syndicated loan marks a significant milestone in Egypt’s property financing landscape

NBK strengthens global engagement with participation in IMF, World Bank meetings

Bank’s high-level delegation in Washington to attend annual meetings from Oct 13-18

FABMISR signs strategic partnership with noon payments

A new benchmark for collaboration between banks and fintech companies

Oman prices $1bln seven-year sukuk at 4.525%

IPTs were in the area of +95bps over UST

BankDhofar showcases comprehensive home finance solutions at Urban October 2025

The platform brings together government entities, investors, developers, and financial partners to accelerate Oman’s progress toward sustainable cities in line with Oman Vision 2040

QNB posts net profit of QR12.8bn for nine-month period

Operating Income increased by 9% to reach QR33.3bn ($9.1bn)which reflects the Group’s ability to maintain successful growth across a range of revenue sources.

Egyptian Banks Hike Administrative Fees

Major Egyptian banks increase account, card, and statement fees amid rising operating costs.

Wio Bank deposits cross Dh50 billion as digital banking accelerates in UAE

Digital-first bank hits milestone under three years since launch in the UAE

Kuwait’s banking sector posts profit growth in first half of 2025

Among the nine banks, six reported profit increases, while three experienced declines compared to the same period last year.

NBK named ‘Leading Corporate for Investor Relations in Kuwait’

Amir Hanna receives Best Investor Relations Professional in Kuwait award

Mastercard and Tiqmo Partnership Drives Saudi Digital Shift, Focusing on Network and Financial Inclusion

As part of this commitment, Mastercard invested in its Mastercard Gateway infrastructure within Saudi Arabia.

Warba Bank launches first digital “Easy Finance” in Kuwait for domestic workers

An initiative supporting financial inclusion with easy financing and flexible repayment plans

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