06/04/2017
GFH Financial Group pulls back from talks to buy Shuaa Capital
Shares of the two companies had rallied ahead of the announcement on March 14 that the two companies have begun merger talks
Alternative Investments
06/04/2017
Bonds, loans and Sukuks vital component in advancing MENA's economic development, says Qatar Financial Centre Economic Advisor
Sukuk as a niche product delivers a more stable return compared to regular bonds.
06/02/2017
Tilad enters UK market with purchase in Hammersmith
The former Coca Cola headquarters comprises over 83,000 sq ft of accommodation and is arguably the most prestigious and contemporary office buildings in Hammersmith.
05/31/2017
Why Aramco Investors Should Scrutinize Saudi Rights Record
The Saudi narrative is clear.
05/30/2017
Warba bank sponsors ‘bonds, loans and Sukuk Middle East Conference
We also discussed the issues related to Sukuk issuances at regional and global levels.
05/30/2017
DSI holding talks with banks on restructuring
Comapny’s comments come after Reuters report on cash flow for debt repayment
05/28/2017
Saudi reforms bring tangible improvements in public finance
Fiscal deficit narrows in first quarter, but government spending remains weak
05/28/2017
Qatar Development Bank wins prestigious 'Best SME Loan' Award
The development organization also recently launched its Seed Fund investment program, which is the first of its kind in the Gulf region.
05/25/2017
Why You Should Invest In Dubai’s Property Sector
Off-plan properties have also started to find more favor among buyers as most developers have secured mortgage lending for their new projects.
05/24/2017
Abu Dhabi economy shows signs of recovery
Property is one of the main sectors when it comes to investment in Abu Dhabi, he said, but the emirate is broadening that out into industries such as finance and hospitality.
05/24/2017
Northern Trust establishes Branch Office in Abu Dhabi
Northern Trust today announces the continued focus on its business in the United Arab Emirates with the establishment of its branch office in Abu Dhabi Global Market, the international financial centre in Abu Dhabi.
05/24/2017
ICBC lists three bond issues in Dubai amid growth in region
The exchange said that the listings "underline the expansion of the bank's activities across the region as well as the growing financial relationship between Dubai and China."
05/23/2017
EFG Hermes opens Pakistan office
EFG Hermes, the leading financial services corporation in the Middle East and North Africa, inaugurated its office in Pakistan, making it the first foreign investment bank to directly enter the market and the first foreign broker to have a local footprint
05/23/2017
Gulf bidders emerge for UAE's UASC-linked shipping unit - sources
Three finance sources with knowledge of discussions said a few bidders had emerged for UACC, which is estimated to be worth around $200 million.
05/23/2017
Saudi, UAE pledge $100m to Ivanka's women's fund
The idea of a fund providing microfinance to women in underdeveloped countries was floated by President Donald Trump's daughter and German Chancellor Angela Merkel during a conference in Berlin last month.
05/21/2017
Asset management firms select DIFC for property funds and real estate investment trusts
DIFC clients have been the first in the region to benefit from enhanced regulation and laws which has enabled them to launch REITs.
05/21/2017
Mubadala commits $15bn to Softbank Vision Fund
"Technology and innovation are central to the UAE’s economic diversification strategy, helping to create entirely new economic sectors"
05/21/2017
SICO Launches MENA-wide online trading platform
Additional services are offered out of Bahrain, where SICO has been the leading broker on the Bahrain Bourse for the past 18 years
05/21/2017
World's third-largest money transfer firm expands to the GCC
Ria's expansion in the Middle East and Gulf countries is the most recent in a line of strategic moves for the company.
05/20/2017
Blackstone Unveils $40 Billion Infrastructure Mega Fund With Saudi Arabia As President Trump Visits
Blackstone, co-founded by billionaire Stephen Schwarzman, head of Trump's business council, said on Saturday morning the fund effectively launches a new business line for the over $360 billion in assets firm.