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UAE banks failing to meet customer expectations, PwC report finds

Complaints include poor response to fraudulent transactions and call centre issues

Kuwait hires banks for first dollar debt sale in eight years

In June Kuwait invited proposals from banks to raise $6.6 billion from global markets.

Gulf Bank’s red Plus joins Gulf Points

The most rewarding youth card in Kuwait

BankDhofar wins Best Customer Experience Award in Oman for 2025

Highlighting its steadfast commitment to customer-centricity

Oman’s bank lending grows 8.9% in July, deposits increase by 6.1%

Meanwhile, the overnight Omani rial domestic interbank lending rate fell to 4.148% in July 2025 from 5.317% a year earlier

United Arab Bank offers career opportunities for UAE nationals at Ru’ya Careers UAE 2025

The career fair provides a platform for leading financial institutions and major companies to engage with young Emirati professionals

QIB Group CEO featured among Forbes Middle East’s Sustainability Leaders 2025

This distinction validates our dedication to sustainability through tangible initiatives and recent milestones.

Oman’s bank lending grows 8.9% in July, deposits increase by 6.1%

Growth in overall banking sector credit was supported by both conventional banks and Islamic banking entities.

SNB Launches New SME Financing platform with Tarabut and Geidea

This initiative is a milestone in the Saudi financial sector and a significant step towards realising Vision 2030.

Gulf Bank showcases its banking services and red account benefits for youth

During the Orientation Event for New Students at the American University of Kuwait

SDB wins Best Financier for Women Entrepreneurs Award at the G20 Young Entrepreneurs’ Alliance Summit

The Bank’s commitment to supporting women entrepreneurs has translated into tangible contributions to small business growth

BankDhofar and Mastercard forge strategic collaboration to transform payment solutions in Oman

Cardholders will gain access to a rich portfolio of privileges

Mashreq’s digital retail bank in Pakistan makes commercial launch

It is the first time that Mashreq’s digital banking platform has been deployed outside the UAE.

Doha Bank, Seviora ink MoU to expand investment opportunities

The agreement positions the Qatari bank to open new investment channels and strengthen its Asian footprint.

Commercial Bank and TASMU Accelerator partner to champion Qatar’s startups

This includes opening business accounts and offering advisory services

BankDhofar showcases digital leadership and customer-centric innovation at COMEX 2025

The Bank’s presence at the event—taking place from 8–11 September 2025 at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC) spotlights its pioneering role in digital transformation, customer-centric innovation, and financial inclusion, al

Qatari banks’ net profit amounts to $3.90bln in H1 2025

The modest growth is largely attributed to higher income, which was partially offset by increased costs and provisioning charges

Sohar International invites visitors to experience the future of banking at COMEX 2025

Visitors will find the bank at Stall G3 in the Banking, Fintech, and Insurtech Zone

Oman's Bank Nizwa rolls out e-mandate service for direct debit

Companies can automate recurring payments, including payrolldisbursements, rent payments, subscriptions, and other expenses.

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC's earnings growth rate lags the 29% CAGR delivered to shareholders

This indicates that investor sentiment towards the company has not changed a great deal.

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