Managers of Wealth - Middle East http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/ Sat, 27 Jul 2024 04:29:04 BST part of MediaG8way Group http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/ http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Middle East KohanaPHP Emirates Family Office Association confirms new board of directors News Team Thursday, July 25, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48130/emirates-family-office-association-confirms-new-board-of-directors Stellar appointments include several of MENA’s most well-known business figures a major endorsement of EFOA’s vision and strategy On the Move Fahad AlSaif appointed Head of PIF’s Investment Strategy & Economic Insights Division News Team Wednesday, July 24, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48126/fahad-alsaif-appointed-head-of-pifamprsquos-investment-strategy-ampamp-economic-insights-division Fahad will be responsible for guiding the development of PIF's overarching investment strategy, as well as market trends, sustainability and net zero strategies On the Move RISE appoints Richard Arrowsmith as Sales Director News Aggregation Team Monday, July 22, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48104/rise-appoints-richard-arrowsmith-as-sales-director Arrowsmith joins the practice from Damac Properties, where he led the commercial program for the Trump International Golf asset in Dubai. On the Move Knight Frank appoints Christopher Payne as Chief Economist News Aggregation Team Monday, July 22, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48105/knight-frank-appoints-christopher-payne-as-chief-economist Christopher Payne brings around 30 years of expertise in economic analysis, real estate, and financial markets, strengthening Knight Frank’s team that delivers economic insights to clients across the region. On the Move Indosuez bolsters GCC presence with hires and unique asset management services News Aggregation Team Friday, July 19, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48093/indosuez-bolsters-gcc-presence-with-hires-and-unique-asset-management-services Two senior hires boost Indosuez WM UAE private banking division, while the DIFC welcomes new External Asset Management services. On the Move Nomura nabs senior BNP banker in Dubai News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 10, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48038/nomura-nabs-senior-bnp-banker-in-dubai Jamliee was at the French private bank for five years On the Move Knight Frank MENA strengthens research team with new Chief Economist, Dr Christopher Payne News Team Tuesday, July 09, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48033/knight-frank-mena-strengthens-research-team-with-new-chief-economist-dr-christopher-payne Payne holds a PhD from The London School of Economics and Political Science On the Move First Abu Dhabi Bank appoints Dr Salim Al-Ali as chairman of internal Shari’ah supervision committee News Team Tuesday, July 09, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48034/first-abu-dhabi-bank-appoints-dr-salim-al-ali-as-chairman-of-internal-shariamprsquoah-supervision-committee Dr Al-Ali’s appointment follows a thorough approval process by the UAE Central Bank’s Higher Shariah Authority On the Move Paola Papanicolaou is the new head of Intesa Sanpaolo’s International Subsidiary Banks division News Team Monday, July 08, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48023/paola-papanicolaou-is-the-new-head-of-intesa-sanpaoloamprsquos-international-subsidiary-banks-division Intesa Sanpaolo establishes ‘Synergies Acceleration Task Force For The International Subsidiary Banks’ On the Move EY appoints Silver jubilee Yasmeen Muhtaseb as new COO News Aggregation Team Friday, July 05, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48012/ey-appoints-silver-jubilee-yasmeen-muhtaseb-as-new-coo Muhtaseb will oversee EY’s business operations and operationally lead a team of around 9,000 staff in circa 20 countries. On the Move ROP: Beware of new fraudulent scheme impersonating Central Bank of Oman News Aggregation Team Friday, July 26, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48139/rop-beware-of-new-fraudulent-scheme-impersonating-central-bank-of-oman The ROP emphasizes the importance of staying vigilant and safeguarding personal and financial information. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Walkers advised Saudi's drilling firm ADES Holding Company News Team Monday, July 22, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48101/walkers-advised-saudiamp039s-drilling-firm-ades-holding-company ADES has upsized its existing syndicate facility through a standby term tranche of US$2.7 billion and a revolving credit facility tranche of US$300 million. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Alvarez & Marsal Tax boosts investment in technology, compliance & indirect tax expertise across EMEA with two senior hires News Team Friday, July 19, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48094/alvarez-ampamp-marsal-tax-boosts-investment-in-technology-compliance-ampamp-indirect-tax-expertise-across-emea-with-two-senior-hires Managing Directors Simon Baxter and Pierre Arman bring more than five decades’ experience of indirect tax between them Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance UAE and Indonesia strengthen ties during high-level meet in Abu Dhabi News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 18, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48088/uae-and-indonesia-strengthen-ties-during-high-level-meet-in-abu-dhabi President Widodo was awarded the Order of Zayed, the UAE’s highest civilian honour, during a ceremony at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Egypt central bank seen leaving interest rates unchanged News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 17, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48083/egypt-central-bank-seen-leaving-interest-rates-unchanged The CBE kept rates steady at its last meeting on May 23 Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance UAE signs $817m currency swap agreement with Ethiopia News Team Wednesday, July 17, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48084/uae-signs-817m-currency-swap-agreement-with-ethiopia Banking regulators of both countries ink initial deals to boost cross-border transactions and link their payment and messaging systems Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Kuwait enacts law to enhance tax transparency News Aggregation Team Monday, July 15, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48060/kuwait-enacts-law-to-enhance-tax-transparency This includes both automatic information exchange and responding to requests from the Ministry of Finance within 21 days. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance DIFC Courts records strong uptake of services in first six months of 2024 News Team Monday, July 15, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48063/difc-courts-records-strong-uptake-of-services-in-first-six-months-of-2024 Increase of 10% in the total number of cases filed with the Court of First Instance Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Saudi CenBank launches government banking services platform News Aggregation Team Monday, July 15, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48064/saudi-cenbank-launches-government-banking-services-platform It aims to digitize the financial operations services of government agencies on their accounts Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Turkey is on verge of disinflation, top two economic policymakers say News Aggregation Team Friday, July 12, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48057/turkey-is-on-verge-of-disinflation-top-two-economic-policymakers-say The central bank has lifted its main rate to 50%, from 8.5% in June when Simsek was appointed, and has pledged to be patient with its tight policy. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance SAB, HSBC forge strategic partnership to drive financial innovation in the Kingdom News Aggregation Team Friday, July 26, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48133/sab-hsbc-forge-strategic-partnership-to-drive-financial-innovation-in-the-kingdom This strategic alliance comes as Saudi Arabia aspires to become a hub for financial innovation through Vision 2030. Retail Banking United Arab Bank pre-tax net profit up by 26% for the first half of 2024 News Team Friday, July 26, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48138/united-arab-bank-pre-tax-net-profit-up-by-26-for-the-first-half-of-2024 Total assets reported at AED 19.8 billion for H1 2024 representing a growth of 12% compared to December 2023. This is driven by the 12% growth in loans, advances, and Islamic financing Retail Banking Riyad Bank introduces first AI center in Saudi banking industry News Aggregation Team Friday, July 26, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48135/riyad-bank-introduces-first-ai-center-in-saudi-banking-industry The center will offer a cutting-edge environment for AI-driven research, innovation, and analysis. Retail Banking Mohammad Saleh Marafie wins KD 1mln from Gulf Bank News Team Thursday, July 25, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48119/mohammad-saleh-marafie-wins-kd-1mln-from-gulf-bank AlDanah account's 22nd millionaire Retail Banking FAB achieves H1 2024 group net profit of AED 8.4bln, revenue of AED 15.7bln News Team Thursday, July 25, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48131/fab-achieves-h1-2024-group-net-profit-of-aed-84bln-revenue-of-aed-157bln Diversified growth continued across businesses, geographies and sources of income, including 30% yoy growth in international revenue Retail Banking QNB wins 'Best Retail Bank for Digital Customer Experience' award in Qatar, Middle East News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 24, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48113/qnb-wins-amp039best-retail-bank-for-digital-customer-experienceamp039-award-in-qatar-middle-east The Digital Banker has recognised QNB's outstanding efforts in enhancing the digital banking experience for its customers. Retail Banking Lesha Bank reports a net profit of QAR 54.1mln for the first half of 2024 News Team Wednesday, July 24, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48121/lesha-bank-reports-a-net-profit-of-qar-541mln-for-the-first-half-of-2024 The Bank reported a net profit of QAR 54.1 million attributable to the equity holders of the Bank, a 21% growth compared to the corresponding period of last year Retail Banking Egypt's Banknbox join forces with CSC Jordan to drive financial inclusion News Team Wednesday, July 24, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48122/egyptamp039s-banknbox-join-forces-with-csc-jordan-to-drive-financial-inclusion The partnership aims to drive financial inclusion and offer joint advanced services to customers of both companies, through the extension of diverse banking solutions and innovative payment services. Retail Banking NBK calls to verify individual and corporate identities before sharing sensitive information or making transactions News Team Wednesday, July 24, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48123/nbk-calls-to-verify-individual-and-corporate-identities-before-sharing-sensitive-information-or-making-transactions As part of its ongoing efforts to promote the “Let’s Be Aware” campaign Retail Banking KIB Group’s net profits during H1 2024 reach KD 12 million News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 24, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48124/kib-groupamprsquos-net-profits-during-h1-2024-reach-kd-12-million During this period, KIB achieved KD 12 million of net profit attributable to shareholders, (i.e. 103% growth) with earnings per share (EPS) standing at 5.99 fils. Retail Banking Mashreq’s net profit in the first half increase by 14% to AED 4bln News Team Friday, July 26, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48132/mashreqamprsquos-net-profit-in-the-first-half-increase-by-14-to-aed-4bln Strong business performance and positive outlook underpinned by robust customer activity and stable macroeconomic environment Alternative Investments National Finance strategically extends branch network to Rustaq News Team Wednesday, July 24, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48125/national-finance-strategically-extends-branch-network-to-rustaq Enhancing Customer Convenience Alternative Investments Invesco Global Sovereign Asset Management Study 2024 News Team Tuesday, July 23, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48115/invesco-global-sovereign-asset-management-study-2024 The study provides unique insights into the investment objectives and behaviours of sovereign investors, and unearthed five key themes. Alternative Investments Banks profit from Egyptian markets volatility: IFR News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 23, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48116/banks-profit-from-egyptian-markets-volatility-ifr Citigroup made more than $100mln in fixed income and currency trading revenues related to Egypt Alternative Investments BlackRock Investment Institute establishes presence in the Middle East with appointment of Chief Strategist News Team Tuesday, July 23, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48117/blackrock-investment-institute-establishes-presence-in-the-middle-east-with-appointment-of-chief-strategist Dedicated BlackRock Investment Institute presence in the United Arab Emirates reflects BlackRock’s commitment to clients in the Middle East Alternative Investments The BIBF joins forces with Swiss Re Institute to launch Insurance Simulation Training News Team Monday, July 22, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48107/the-bibf-joins-forces-with-swiss-re-institute-to-launch-insurance-simulation-training This innovative programme is designed for strategic leaders Alternative Investments Quilvest Capital Partners appoints Rami Sayegh to strengthen Middle East presence News Aggregation Team Monday, July 22, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48109/quilvest-capital-partners-appoints-rami-sayegh-to-strengthen-middle-east-presence Rami previously served as Director of Middle East Investor Relations at Quilvest between 2016 and 2018 Alternative Investments Emirates REIT sells Trident Grand Mall News Team Friday, July 19, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48097/emirates-reit-sells-trident-grand-mall The agreed purchase price is AED 74 million, which is above the asset’s latest valuation Alternative Investments Masraf Al Rayan reports a net profit of QAR 789mln for H1 2024 News Team Thursday, July 18, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48092/masraf-al-rayan-reports-a-net-profit-of-qar-789mln-for-h1-2024 Net Profit of QAR 789 million, an increase of +3.2% year on year Alternative Investments Saudi Re completes sales of Probitas to Aviva News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 17, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48077/saudi-re-completes-sales-of-probitas-to-aviva Aviva, which initially exited Lloyd’s following the CGU and Norwich Union merger in 2000, said its latest deal “significantly expands” market opportunity for Aviva’s Global Corporate & Specialty (GCS) business. Alternative Investments Titan Wealth to acquire Dubai headquartered wealth manager AHR Group News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 25, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48127/titan-wealth-to-acquire-dubai-headquartered-wealth-manager-ahr-group The acquisition of AHR is Titan Wealth’s first international deal Wealth & Asset Management Indosuez WM opens desk for EAMs in Dubai News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 23, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48110/indosuez-wm-opens-desk-for-eams-in-dubai Indosuez also announced that it will open a desk for external asset managers (EAMs) in the DIFC. Wealth & Asset Management Dubai Prince Makes Family Office U-Turn in Hong Kong News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 18, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48085/dubai-prince-makes-family-office-u-turn-in-hong-kong [I]f the government wishes to promote the city’s family office policy by publicizing some examples, then they should really be more careful and do the proper background checks first Wealth & Asset Management StanChart Adds Over a Dozen Private Bankers in Hiring Spree News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 18, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48086/stanchart-adds-over-a-dozen-private-bankers-in-hiring-spree StanChart Strengthens DPM, Fixed Income in Singapore Wealth & Asset Management Traditional wealth management evolves with new markets, younger clients and modern tech News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 16, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48068/traditional-wealth-management-evolves-with-new-markets-younger-clients-and-modern-tech A dynamic and innovative environment for financial services makes the UAE a magnet for traditional wealth management, as well as modern financial tech Wealth & Asset Management Global Wealth Report 2024 News Team Thursday, July 11, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48043/global-wealth-report-2024 Wealth is steadily growing throughout the world – albeit at different speeds – with very few exceptions. Wealth & Asset Management Bank Dhofar's Kapoor on its 'pure private banking play' News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 02, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47988/bank-dhofaramp039s-kapoor-on-its-amp039pure-private-banking-playamp039 The bank recently unveiled its new private banking segment, becoming the latest to serve Oman's burgeoning wealthy. Wealth & Asset Management BankDhofar launches its private banking segment News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 27, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47962/bankdhofar-launches-its-private-banking-segment It promises tailored solutions to nurture and grow wealth in a secure and prudent manner Wealth & Asset Management Dubai ranks 12th in Julius Baer’s Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report as relative ‘cost of living’ remains competitive compared to major global cities News Team Tuesday, June 25, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47949/dubai-ranks-12th-in-julius-baeramprsquos-global-wealth-and-lifestyle-report-as-relative-amplsquocost-of-livingamprsquo-remains-competitive-compared-to-major-global-cities Dubai is the 6th most expensive city in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) and 12th in the global ranking of the Lifestyle index Wealth & Asset Management UAE retains top spot as world's leading wealth magnet News Aggregation Team Friday, June 21, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47931/uae-retains-top-spot-as-worldamp039s-leading-wealth-magnet The UAE’s luxury lifestyle, golden visas, and low-tax environment have significantly contributed to its appeal. Wealth & Asset Management UAE’s myZoi launches financially inclusive digital wallet with “one-to-many” transfer capabilities News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 23, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48111/uaeamprsquos-myzoi-launches-financially-inclusive-digital-wallet-with-ampldquoone-to-manyamprdquo-transfer-capabilities The start-up’s ongoing commitment to financial inclusion and literacy is further supported by an interactive gamified financial education programme called MoneyTips FinTech Central Bank Approves One Bank, Egypt’s First Native Digital Bank News Aggregation Team Monday, July 22, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48103/central-bank-approves-one-bank-egyptamprsquos-first-native-digital-bank This digital-only approach is expected to reduce banking fees, as it eliminates the need for physical branches and associated infrastructure costs. FinTech Ooredoo Kuwait Group reported a 9% increase in revenue to KWD 346mln in H1 2024 News Team Monday, July 22, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48106/ooredoo-kuwait-group-reported-a-9-increase-in-revenue-to-kwd-346mln-in-h1-2024 Earnings per share of 50 fils FinTech New technologies an opportunity and risk for internal audit News Aggregation Team Friday, July 19, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48096/new-technologies-an-opportunity-and-risk-for-internal-audit A new report from KPMG explores how technology is re-shaping the way how organizations can organize and run their internal audit function FinTech Tech Imprints: How the UAE is approaching data protection News Team Thursday, July 18, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48087/tech-imprints-how-the-uae-is-approaching-data-protection They discuss the significant changes introduced by the new federal data protection law, its impact on organizations managing personal data, and the future of data protection in the region. FinTech Egyptian fintech Dopay raises a $13.5M Series A extension round to boost offerings and accelerate expansion News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 18, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48090/egyptian-fintech-dopay-raises-a-135m-series-a-extension-round-to-boost-offerings-and-accelerate-expansion The fintech plans to leverage the new funding to accelerate its rapid expansion in its initial market FinTech KPMG publishes playbook on how AI can drive functional transformation News Team Tuesday, July 16, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48076/kpmg-publishes-playbook-on-how-ai-can-drive-functional-transformation To help businesses overcome this barrier and tap into the potential of AI FinTech Omnix International launches conversational AI-as-a-Service News Team Monday, July 15, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48061/omnix-international-launches-conversational-ai-as-a-service Omnix’s latest offering accelerates AI deployment, cuts costs, and enhances customer interaction across diverse sectors. FinTech UAE’s Artificial Intelligence Office, Mastercard and First Abu Dhabi Bank launch joint AI Challenge News Team Friday, July 12, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48051/uaeamprsquos-artificial-intelligence-office-mastercard-and-first-abu-dhabi-bank-launch-joint-ai-challenge The competition will culminate in a pitch day, where finalists will be assessed by a panel of experts from the three partners. FinTech QNB & NPCI International partner to launch UPI Payments in Qatar News Aggregation Team Friday, July 12, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48054/qnb-ampamp-npci-international-partner-to-launch-upi-payments-in-qatar This announcement is of particular significance as Indians rank as the second largest group of international visitors to Qatar. FinTech Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank PJSC Reports Earnings Results for the Second Quarter and Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 News Aggregation Team Friday, July 26, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48136/abu-dhabi-islamic-bank-pjsc-reports-earnings-results-for-the-second-quarter-and-six-months-ended-june-30-2024 Basic earnings per share from continuing operations was AED 0.39 compared to AED 0.304 a year ago. Islamic Finance Oman’s NBO Muzn unveils Shariah compliant alternative to bill discounting News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 25, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48128/omanamprsquos-nbo-muzn-unveils-shariah-compliant-alternative-to-bill-discounting Muzn continues to lead the way in Islamic banking innovation, providing tools that enable our clients to manage their financial responsibilities with ease and confidence.” Islamic Finance Bank Nizwa honoured with prestigious awards for outstanding performance and innovation in banking sector News Team Monday, July 22, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48102/bank-nizwa-honoured-with-prestigious-awards-for-outstanding-performance-and-innovation-in-banking-sector Awarded the ‘Islamic Bank of the Year’ award at the New Age Banking Summit 2024 Islamic Finance QIB half-yearly net profit rises 5.6% to QR2,065m News Aggregation Team Friday, July 19, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48100/qib-half-yearly-net-profit-rises-56-to-qr2065m Basic earnings per share for the six months period ended 30 June 2024 is QR0.87 Islamic Finance Dhofar Islamic empowers the young with new youth account News Team Wednesday, July 17, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48080/dhofar-islamic-empowers-the-young-with-new-youth-account With this account, Dhofar Islamic aims to inspire a generation of confident and responsible financial leaders Islamic Finance Islamic banks account for 21% of gross domestic credit: CBUAE News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 17, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48082/islamic-banks-account-for-21-of-gross-domestic-credit-cbuae Gross credit extended by CB rose since the beginning of the year to the end of April by 4.3% to $435bln Islamic Finance Nasdaq Dubai Welcomes USD 500 million Sukuk by the Sharjah Islamic Bank News Aggregation Team Friday, July 12, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48052/nasdaq-dubai-welcomes-usd-500-million-sukuk-by-the-sharjah-islamic-bank Our vision is to continue innovating and providing excellent financial services that cater to the needs of our diverse clientele. Islamic Finance Emirates Islamic recognised as the ‘Most Innovative Islamic Bank in the UAE’ at Euromoney Islamic Finance Awards 2024 News Team Wednesday, July 10, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48040/emirates-islamic-recognised-as-the-amplsquomost-innovative-islamic-bank-in-the-uaeamprsquo-at-euromoney-islamic-finance-awards-2024 The bank receives prestigious award after pioneering innovation in Islamic banking in the region Islamic Finance Pact signed to promote Islamic finance in Oman News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 10, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48042/pact-signed-to-promote-islamic-finance-in-oman This partnership underscores MSX's dedication to creating a sustainable investment environment in Oman Islamic Finance Domestic and foreign funds lift QSE 34 points; Islamic equities continue to outperform News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 09, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48032/domestic-and-foreign-funds-lift-qse-34-points-islamic-equities-continue-to-outperform The foreign institutions turned bullish in the main market, whose year-to-date losses truncated further to 6.22%. Islamic Finance Moody’s affirms Islamic Development Bank’s AAA rating News Aggregation Team Friday, July 26, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48137/moodyamprsquos-affirms-islamic-development-bankamprsquos-aaa-rating Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Jeddah, IsDB is a multilateral development finance institution focused on Islamic finance for infrastructure development. Research, Comment and Analysis The Henley Passport Index News Team Thursday, July 25, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48120/the-henley-passport-index 2024 Global Ranking Research, Comment and Analysis GCC banks show strong appetite for regional expansion: Fitch News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 25, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48129/gcc-banks-show-strong-appetite-for-regional-expansion-fitch The GCC is a political and economic alliance that includes Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain. Research, Comment and Analysis Egypt: Banks, financing companies inject $1.45bln into low-income housing initiative by June 2024 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 23, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48118/egypt-banks-financing-companies-inject-145bln-into-low-income-housing-initiative-by-june-2024 The Central Bank of Egypt launched the mortgage finance initiative in February 2014, offering subsidized declining interest rates ranging from 5% to 7% for low and middle-income groups Research, Comment and Analysis McKinsey: GCC banks outperform their global counterparts News Aggregation Team Friday, July 19, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48095/mckinsey-gcc-banks-outperform-their-global-counterparts All GCC exchange rates are either directly or indirectly pegged to the US dollar, and regional interest rates thus closely track movements in US rates. Research, Comment and Analysis Top stocks in Q2 2024: UAE retail investors choose AI over Big Tech News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 18, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48089/top-stocks-in-q2-2024-uae-retail-investors-choose-ai-over-big-tech Amongst the most held stocks, Q2 saw a significant shift in the rankings, with NVIDIA rising to become the second-most popular stock on the eToro platform, behind only Tesla Research, Comment and Analysis Saudi Arabia’s big three banks continue their rankings ascent News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 10, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48039/saudi-arabiaamprsquos-big-three-banks-continue-their-rankings-ascent Saudi Alawwal Bank tops performance table Research, Comment and Analysis Dubai's high-end property sales undented by drop in listings, consultancy says News Aggregation Team Monday, July 08, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48019/dubaiamp039s-high-end-property-sales-undented-by-drop-in-listings-consultancy-says A total of 190 homes worth an overall $3.2 billion were sold in the six months Research, Comment and Analysis Qatar Central Bank foreign reserves surge 3.88% in June 2024 News Aggregation Team Monday, July 08, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48025/qatar-central-bank-foreign-reserves-surge-388-in-june-2024 Balances with foreign banks declined by nearly QR 3.633 billion Research, Comment and Analysis Fitch affirms Commercial Bank’s rating at ‘A’ with stable outlook News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 03, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48000/fitch-affirms-commercial-bankamprsquos-rating-at-amplsquoaamprsquo-with-stable-outlook The rating reflects potential support from the Qatari authorities as reflected in its Government Support Rating of ‘a’. Research, Comment and Analysis EFG Hermes completes advisory on Budget Saudi’s $121mln acquisition of AutoWorld News Team Monday, July 22, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48108/efg-hermes-completes-advisory-on-budget-saudiamprsquos-121mln-acquisition-of-autoworld EFG Hermes acted as the sole financial advisor on the transaction, which is set to create a new powerhouse in the Saudi auto industry Investment Bank NIC recognized as the ‘Best Local Investment Bank in Kuwait - 2024’ News Aggregation Team Monday, June 10, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47864/nic-recognized-as-the-amplsquobest-local-investment-bank-in-kuwait-2024amprsquo Euromoney award confirms NIC’s distinguished services and continuous achievements Investment Bank EFG Hermes completes advisory on $764mln IPO of Fakeeh Care Group on the Saudi Exchange News Team Wednesday, June 05, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47841/efg-hermes-completes-advisory-on-764mln-ipo-of-fakeeh-care-group-on-the-saudi-exchange The IPO garnered widespread interest from local, regional, and international investors, with an oversubscription rate of 119 Investment Bank EFG Holding revenue surges 92% to EGP 8.6bn in Q1 2024, unveils share buyback program News Aggregation Team Friday, May 24, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47784/efg-holding-revenue-surges-92-to-egp-86bn-in-q1-2024-unveils-share-buyback-program EFG Hermes, the investment bank arm, played a key role in the strong Q1 results, with revenues more than doubling year-on-year to EGP 6.2bn. Investment Bank Banque Misr announces strategic partnership and major investment in BELMAZAD News Team Wednesday, May 08, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47691/banque-misr-announces-strategic-partnership-and-major-investment-in-belmazad Egypt’s First Digital Public Auction Platform Investment Bank EFG Hermes completes advisory on $428.7mln IPO of Parkin on the DFM News Team Thursday, March 21, 2024 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47432/efg-hermes-completes-advisory-on-4287mln-ipo-of-parkin-on-the-dfm The IPO set a record for the most subscribed offering on the Dubai Financial Market, with an overall subscription of approximately 165 times Investment Bank Morgan Stanley opens office in Abu Dhabi News Aggregation Team Friday, March 01, 2024 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47323/morgan-stanley-opens-office-in-abu-dhabi ADGM office will be investment bank’s fourth in the region in addition to those in Dubai, Riyadh and Qatar Investment Bank BankDhofar Investment Banking sustaining customer value with innovative financial strategies News Team Tuesday, January 16, 2024 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47052/bankdhofar-investment-banking-sustaining-customer-value-with-innovative-financial-strategies The division's consistent success is underscored by its continuously expanding and diverse client base, encompassing startups to well-established corporations and inclusive of public and government sector organizations Investment Bank Saudi EXIM and Banque Saudi Fransi collaborate to enhance SME export funding News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 22, 2023 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/46762/saudi-exim-and-banque-saudi-fransi-collaborate-to-enhance-sme-export-funding This initiative is part of Saudi EXIM’s strategy to foster partnerships with the private sector Investment Bank EFG Holding posts EGP3bn in Q3 2023 revenue News Aggregation Team Thursday, November 16, 2023 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/46729/efg-holding-posts-egp3bn-in-q3-2023-revenue The banking group’s net profit after tax and minority interest rose by 24 per cent to reach EGP395m Investment Bank PIF strengthens renewable energy localization in Saudi Arabia with three new joint ventures News Team Wednesday, July 17, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48079/pif-strengthens-renewable-energy-localization-in-saudi-arabia-with-three-new-joint-ventures Agreement with Envision Energy and Vision Industries to transform Saudi Arabia into a manufacturer of wind turbines and components Planet SOS Herbert Smith Freehills advises on key Abu Dhabi waste-to-energy project News Team Thursday, July 04, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/48003/herbert-smith-freehills-advises-on-key-abu-dhabi-waste-to-energy-project The deal successfully reached financial close on 28 June 2024. Planet SOS Egis secures Saudi Arabia’s top environmental license for sustainable development News Team Wednesday, July 03, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47996/egis-secures-saudi-arabiaamprsquos-top-environmental-license-for-sustainable-development This coveted designation signifies a company's commitment to adhering to the strictest environmental regulations, contributing to the Kingdom's ambitious sustainability goals Planet SOS Saudi Arabia among leading GCC nations in Global Energy Transition Rankings: WEF Report News Aggregation Team Friday, June 21, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47936/saudi-arabia-among-leading-gcc-nations-in-global-energy-transition-rankings-wef-report The rankings reflect the Kingdom’s progress in balancing its energy reserves with sustainability goals amidst global economic volatility and technological advancements. Planet SOS Saudi Arabia committed to transition toward green energy in the industrial sector News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 19, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47921/saudi-arabia-committed-to-transition-toward-green-energy-in-the-industrial-sector The minister highlighted the impact of Saudi Arabia’s major projects, such as the “NEOM”, which focuses on renewable energy, biotechnology, and advanced manufacturing techniques Planet SOS Brookfield Opens Fundraising for Catalytic Transition Fund with Anchor Commitment from ALTÉRRA Targeted to Raise up to $5 billion to Scale Up Climate Finance in Emerging Markets News Team Friday, June 14, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47893/brookfield-opens-fundraising-for-catalytic-transition-fund-with-anchor-commitment-from-altampeacuterra-targeted-to-raise-up-to-5-billion-to-scale-up-climate-finance-in-emerging-markets With the urgent need to cut emissions and accelerate the climate transition, the Brookfield-managed CTF will harness a $1 billion commitment by ALTÉRRA funds Planet SOS Fostering a sustainable future: the role of land restoration in Saudi Arabia News Team Tuesday, June 04, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47832/fostering-a-sustainable-future-the-role-of-land-restoration-in-saudi-arabia The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is no stranger to such climate challenges. Planet SOS Mubadala announces first renewable energy investment in Japan News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 21, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47762/mubadala-announces-first-renewable-energy-investment-in-japan This investment will help reduce carbon emissions and reliance on imported fuels, aligning with Japan’s domestic and international emission reduction targets Planet SOS QatarEnergy acquires 40% of 2 natural gas exploration blocks in Egypt News Aggregation Team Monday, May 13, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47712/qatarenergy-acquires-40-of-2-natural-gas-exploration-blocks-in-egypt As per the statement, QatarEnergy will acquire 40% of the offshore concession agreement on the Cairo and Masry blocks Planet SOS Global ESG sukuk market projected to surpass $50bn thanks to funding diversification News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 09, 2024 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/47697/global-esg-sukuk-market-projected-to-surpass-50bn-thanks-to-funding-diversification The year started with key regulatory initiatives, which could support standardization, ecosystem development, and aid transparency. 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