09/10/2020
Methaq Takaful declines taking measures to acquire Eshraq Investments
Eshraq Investments is dually-listed on ADX and Tadawul
Alternative Investments
09/10/2020
Bahrain’s Bank ABC in talks to buy Egyptian unit of Lebanon’s Blom Bank
Lebanese banks are aiming to strengthen their finances amid economic turmoil in the country
09/10/2020
Oman will tap local and international debt to fill coffers
The ministry also confirmed it has secured a $2 billion bridge loan previously reported by Reuters.
09/09/2020
INJAZ Qatar announces winners of Mubadara 2020
The Most Innovative Product/Service Award, sponsored by Qatar Development Bank was presented to “Anamil” from Qatar University and “Hands-On” from Al Maha Academy for Girls.
09/09/2020
Saudi Shura Council calls for health insurance for private sector retirees
Report urges insurance companies to reach agreement to provide policies
09/09/2020
Qatar emerges as start-up capital of the Gulf region
Qatar has been investing heavily in promoting small and medium-sized enterprises to establish a vibrant private sector over the last few years allay its dependence on energy revenues.
09/09/2020
Qatar's real estate transactions reach QR11.4bn during H1 2020
The real estate price index continued to rally as the second half of this year started, where the value of property sale transactions gained around QR2.8bn during July 2020.
09/09/2020
Bahrain’s ABC says in preliminary talks to buy Blom Bank’s Egypt business
Bahrain banks pits it against Dubai’s Emirates NBD, which is also a potential bidder
09/09/2020
UAE rolls out new system to monitor and curb financial crimes
'Fawri Tick' will allow the country to respond effectively to financial crimes and eliminate them in a timely manner
09/09/2020
UAE fund invests in Israeli fintech firm that offers loans to SMEs, freelancers
Funding round marks first time UAE firm invests in Israeli technology
09/09/2020
Israel's Bank Hapoalim to Forge Ties With UAE Banks After Normalization Accord Signed
As business delegations begin, Bank Hapoalim CEO says there is 'immediate bilateral desire' for strong economic ties
09/09/2020
Etihad offers free COVID-19 insurance for its passengers
The medical cover will also shoulder up to $118 of quarantine costs per day for two weeks
09/09/2020
Dubai International Financial Centre to attract more firms through Expanded Prescribed Company Regime
The expansion aligns with international best practices and local market requirements
09/08/2020
Investcorp invests in top Chinese AI firm
Investcorp said that its strategic investment in Terminus Technologies will not only contribute to the company’s growth, but it also reflects its confidence in the overall AI CITY layout and business model promoted by Terminus Technologies.
09/08/2020
STS provides Jordan Kuwait Bank with Dell EMC integrated infrastructure solutions
In this project, STS deployed infrastructure integration solutions offered by Dell Technologies
09/08/2020
Funding boost for Turkish businesses as EBRD lends to Isbank
The EBRD has responded rapidly to the needs of local companies and the Bank’s investments in Turkey so far this year have exceeded €1 billion.
09/08/2020
WAIPA and World Bank Join Forces for Stronger Investment Promotion Agencies
The crucial role of investment promotion agencies (IPAs), ongoing collaboration and further synergies discussed at a virtual meeting between the two organisations
09/07/2020
SICO to embed IdealRatings ESG data, marking a new era for MENA investors
SICO will now include the IdealRatings ESG data in its listed companies' reports featuring insights into companies' ESG progress and providing investors with a full picture of their performance
09/07/2020
Qatari market remains resilient despite challenges, says investment expert
But generally speaking, Qatar has been very resilient in the face of all these difficulties and challenges.
09/07/2020
Gulf asset managers to face pressure amid twin shock - Moody's
Current weak oil prices will hold back economic growth