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Qatar Investment Authority invests in Positron AI's Series C financing

The new financing will support the development and commercialization of Positron's next-generation technology

Alpha FMC expands presence across the GCC with new office in Riyadh

The Riyadh office is Alpha's third office in the GCC

Gallagher warns DIFC firms that professional indemnity exposures remain significant despite regulation change

Firms affected by the change include those operating in asset management, fund management, managing investment portfolios, and those operating digital investment or trust platforms

EFG Hermes ONE co-launches ePassport verification for foreign investors

This partnership supports EFG Holding’s commitment to expanding technology-driven innovation and promoting digital transformation across Egypt’s financial services ecosystem.

Saudi banking assets climb to $1.5tn as lending expands

The figures extend a period of expansion for the kingdom’s banks, driven in particular by increased lending to businesses and other private-sector borrowers.

Lesha Bank completes acquisition of equity interests in diversified aviation portfolio

The transaction represents another significant milestone in the continued growth of the Bank's aviation investment

Egyptian Exchange leads Arab markets with 56.9% market cap growth in June 2026

The benchmark EGX30 index climbed 40.6% in 2025 and advanced a further 33.5% by mid-August 2026

Qatar: Office market signals resilience buoyed by long-term corporate leases

The report noted that despite broader uncertainty, landlord pricing discipline has kept prime office rents steady

Egyptian pound recovers closer to EGP 50/$1 at Wednesday’s COB

The Egyptian pound has started to recover towards the end of this week, strengthening to almost EGP 50/$1 at Wednesday’s close of business (COB) for the third time this month, according to Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) data.

Egyptian pound recovers closer to EGP 50/$1 at Wednesday’s COB

How Hong Kong and the UAE are shaping international wealth planning

The UAE and Hong Kong illustrate two different approaches to this shift.

UAE banks roll out easier financing options for off-plan homebuyers

Offerings are aimed at addressing one of the challenges of buying a property before completion: funding payments during the construction period rather than only at handover

National Bonds launches Ahed Council to advance women’s financial wellbeing in the UAE

An open-membership community advisory platform for all women across the UAE, designed to support financial innovation and strengthen the nation’s savings culture

MENA investors drive new demand for Cayman structures

For many investors in the region, however, access to capital comes with specific requirements.

Egypt, Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa partner to boost African development

Abdelatty also invited Al-Dossari to participate in the Africa Business Forum, scheduled to take place in El Alamein in October 2026.

Saudi Arabia’s buffers offer protection against regional shocks

As one of the world’s leading energy producers and a major logistics hub, Saudi Arabia was directly exposed to these developments.

Emirates NBD Egypt rolls out cross-border banking services for international clients

Premium credit cards are available with limits of up to EGP 5 million and include tokenized Apple Pay functionality for international transactions.

SAB Invest launches global select equity fund to provide investors with access to global growth opportunities

New Shariah-compliant public fund investing in a concentrated portfolio of high-conviction global companies

ADNOC's listed companies deliver $25.3bln in H1 2026 revenue as major growth projects advance

The portfolio has a combined market capitalisation of approximately $148.4bln, representing more than 20% of ADX total market value

Egyptian CEOs Dominate Representation in Forbes Middle East’s Top CEOs 2026

TMG has expanded beyond Egypt into markets including Saudi Arabia and Oman, while continuing to develop some of Egypt’s largest integrated residential and hospitality communities.

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