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UAE investors now prefer gold bars - less of cash

Gold bars are the favourite choice, whether in physical form or tokenized: HSBC

Abu Dhabi office market displays strength amid record occupancy and rental growth, reports Savills

Tight supply and rising demand push occupancy and rental rates for Grade A spaces to record highs

Oman joins World Free Zones Organization to shore more foreign investment

Membership will support efforts to improve operational efficiency and develop more targeted marketing strategies

Barwa Real Estate posts net profit of QR560m in H1

The results showed a net profit of QR560m attributable to the shareholders of the parent, compared to a net profit of QR557m during the same period of the previous year.

Kuwait's KFH reports net profit of $1.11bln for H1 2025

Earnings ‎per share for the first half of 2025 reached 19.23 fils

Saudi PIF named most valuable and fastest-growing sovereign wealth fund

The report from Brand Finance also highlighted the role of high-profile sports partnerships in elevating brand value.

Aldar delivers 24% net profit growth in H1 2025 driven by recognition of revenue backlog and investment platform expansion

Progress in sustainability reflected in an MSCI ESG rating upgrade to ‘A’ from ‘BBB’, and inclusion in the FTSE4Good Index Series

Aldar announces sale of eight-bed mansion for record $109mln

The record sale reflects the sustained growth of Abu Dhabi’s luxury real estate market, driven by strong demand from HNWIs, long-term residents, and international investors

Ezdan Holding Group posts net profit of QR422.9m in Q2

The earnings per share reached QR0.016 in Q2-2025 compared to QR0.007 in Q2-2024.

Brookfield Renewable to invest up to $1bln in Isagen

Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), an existing co-investor in Isagen, will also invest about $500 million and increase its equity interest in Isagen to about 15%

QNB Group announces successful issue of bonds amounting to $1bn

The coupon on the bond is 4.50%.

Dubai’s rise as the global capital of branded residences: Documented by Provident

Provident Estate proudly launches the region’s first-ever Branded Residences Coffee Table Book

Saudi reserve assets rise to $459bn in May on foreign deposit surge

The rise in reserves comes as Saudi Arabia navigates a shifting global economic landscape marked by volatile oil prices and rising

Emirates Franchise strengthens Japan ties through Expo 2025 Osaka Mission

Mission promotes global expansion of Emirati brands and strengthens international franchise partnerships

Binghatti opens its London Boutique Marking Larger International Presence

The landmark opening took place on July 16th, 2025

PGIM and ADGM Academy launch RealAssetX Abu Dhabi to drive innovation and AI for the real asset industry

A cutting-edge lab dedicated to advancing sustainable technology, AI, and deep tech within the real asset industry

Sohar International extends OMR63mln consolidated loan facility to Liva Group

Supporting Regional Growth and Financial Optimization

Kuwait unveils major capital market reforms to boost efficiency, attract global investments

The Market Development Program is a strategic initiative under the country’s Vision 2035 plan

Global asset manager Nuveen expects to grow Middle East AUM up to $10bln

Fadi Khoury, Middle East head, said Nuveen is aiming to build partnerships with the region’s institutional investors

QNB Group: International expansion reflects growing presence in global markets

The group’s international branches and subsidiaries have played a pivotal role in consolidating QNB’s strong global presence.

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