Managers of Wealth - Middle East http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:29:12 BST part of MediaG8way Group http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/ http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Middle East KohanaPHP Janus Henderson appoints investment specialist to further strengthen presence in the Middle East News Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51347/janus-henderson-appoints-investment-specialist-to-further-strengthen-presence-in-the-middle-east Her relocation to Dubai reflects the global asset manager’s long-term commitment to the Middle East and its view of the region as an integral part of its broader international growth strategy On the Move AXA Egypt announces the appointment of Walid Samy as Managing Director of AXA Life Insurance Egypt following FRA approval News Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51348/axa-egypt-announces-the-appointment-of-walid-samy-as-managing-director-of-axa-life-insurance-egypt-following-fra-approval Walid Samy brings over 20 years of experience in the insurance sector, with a particular focus on individual products On the Move FTI Consulting appoints Aurélien Vincent to lead financial services practice in the Middle East News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51323/fti-consulting-appoints-aurampeacutelien-vincent-to-lead-financial-services-practice-in-the-middle-east Mr. Vincent, who is based in Dubai, will lead the firm’s financial services capabilities in the Middle East On the Move Bonyan appoints Dar Ventures’ Aboushadi as board member News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51325/bonyan-appoints-dar-venturesamprsquo-aboushadi-as-board-member During the same month, it signed a new lease agreement for Building 106B, to be fully leased to Kortech, a subsidiary of Hassan Allam Group On the Move Horváth strengthens Energy practice leadership in the Middle East News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51328/horvampaacuteth-strengthens-energy-practice-leadership-in-the-middle-east He joins from KBR, where he was a principal in its advisory business and formerly led its consulting offering. On the Move Dubai-based Hoxton Wealth appoints Rob Aberdein to build international legal services arm News Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51315/dubai-based-hoxton-wealth-appoints-rob-aberdein-to-build-international-legal-services-arm Board-level hire marks launch of global private client legal services division On the Move Arab Financial Services appoints Mahmoud Ismail as managing director, Egypt and Group head of acquiring products News Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51308/arab-financial-services-appoints-mahmoud-ismail-as-managing-director-egypt-and-group-head-of-acquiring-products Mahmoud joins AFS from Adyen, where he led regional growth and planning across MEA On the Move Standard Chartered hires Ole Matthiessen to lead new global transaction services and digital assets team for Corporate & Investment Banking News Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51309/standard-chartered-hires-ole-matthiessen-to-lead-new-global-transaction-services-and-digital-assets-team-for-corporate-ampamp-investment-banking Ole brings extensive expertise across a broad spectrum of financial products, spanning transaction banking and derivatives through to structured lending solutions and capital markets On the Move Dubai Investments appoints Nishant Shah as the chief financial officer News Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51294/dubai-investments-appoints-nishant-shah-as-the-chief-financial-officer Nishant has been serving as the Acting Chief Financial Officer since July 2025 On the Move HDB renews Hassan Ghanem’s mandate as CEO for 2026-2029 News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51283/hdb-renews-hassan-ghanemamprsquos-mandate-as-ceo-for-2026-2029 Shareholders also approved the formation of a new board of directors for the upcoming term, after the list of nominees received clearance from the Central Bank of Egypt. On the Move UAE VAT law: Six steps to deal with the ‘knew or should have known’ rule News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51352/uae-vat-law-six-steps-to-deal-with-the-amplsquoknew-or-should-have-knownamprsquo-rule The idea is simple: if something looks suspicious and a business ignores it, they could face consequences later. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance UAE and Bahrain central banks sign $5.4 billion currency swap deal News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51341/uae-and-bahrain-central-banks-sign-54-billion-currency-swap-deal The deal gives both central banks access to UAE dirhams and Bahraini dinars to support cross-border trade and deepen regional financial integration Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Saudi commercial registrations reach 1.89m as 71k new businesses launch in Q1 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51335/saudi-commercial-registrations-reach-189m-as-71k-new-businesses-launch-in-q1 The growth builds on momentum from 2025 Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Short-term exits from the UAE could trigger unexpected tax exposure for expats, SJP warns News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51329/short-term-exits-from-the-uae-could-trigger-unexpected-tax-exposure-for-expats-sjp-warns As travel patterns shift, even short or unplanned time abroad can quietly impact tax residency and financial obligations for UAE-based expats Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Amid budget pressures, Nigeria moves to borrow $6 billion from Citi, Abu Dhabi Bank News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51317/amid-budget-pressures-nigeria-moves-to-borrow-6-billion-from-citi-abu-dhabi-bank Nigeria’s parliament has approved a $6 billion external borrowing plan from Citigroup and First Abu Dhabi Bank, as the government seeks fresh funding to support rising spending needs and ease mounting fiscal pressure. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Qatar Central Bank issues Government Ijara Sukuk worth $800mln News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51319/qatar-central-bank-issues-government-ijara-sukuk-worth-800mln The bank clarified that total bids for the Sukuk reached approximately $2.20bln Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance DFSA and Ministry of Economy and Tourism sign MoU News Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51322/dfsa-and-ministry-of-economy-and-tourism-sign-mou To enhance financial services growth and strengthen audit and regulatory oversight Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Egypt's cabinet approves 2026/27 budget with $96.7bln of spending News Aggregation Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51288/egyptamp039s-cabinet-approves-202627-budget-with-967bln-of-spending The cabinet said Egypt expected ​public revenue ​of 4 trillion Egyptian pounds in 2026/27, up by 27.6% from the ⁠current budget Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance No consent, no cut: The UAE salary rule employers can’t ignore News Aggregation Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51289/no-consent-no-cut-the-uae-salary-rule-employers-canamprsquot-ignore UAE labour law sets a clear framework for salary changes — offering guidance to both employers and employees as business conditions evolve Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Saudi: SAMA issues updated oversight framework of payment systems and their operators News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51275/saudi-sama-issues-updated-oversight-framework-of-payment-systems-and-their-operators The new measure aims to enhance regulatory oversight, ensure financial stability, and foster innovation within the Saudi financial sector Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Saudi banking sector shows structural strength News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51353/saudi-banking-sector-shows-structural-strength The broader global context remains fraught. Retail Banking NBK reinforces its leadership as Kuwait’s Most Valuable Banking Brand, exceeding $2bln in brand value News Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51357/nbk-reinforces-its-leadership-as-kuwaitamprsquos-most-valuable-banking-brand-exceeding-2bln-in-brand-value Kuwait’s most valuable banking brand, ranked among the world’s top 150 Retail Banking QNB Egypt delivers strong start to 2026 with 33% profit growth in Q1 2026 News Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51343/qnb-egypt-delivers-strong-start-to-2026-with-33-profit-growth-in-q1-2026 QNB Egypt continued to build on its solid business model while enhancing its profitability metrics Retail Banking Mashreq becomes first UAE bank to offer instant digital cross-border accounts for non-resident Egyptians News Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51332/mashreq-becomes-first-uae-bank-to-offer-instant-digital-cross-border-accounts-for-non-resident-egyptians With free quick remit transfers Retail Banking Saudi banks hold assets totaling $1.33trln, driven by robust demand for corporate financing News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51326/saudi-banks-hold-assets-totaling-133trln-driven-by-robust-demand-for-corporate-financing Total bank credit in Saudi Arabia jumped to $880bln by year-end Retail Banking Saudi bank assets climb to $1.35tn as lending expands: SAMA News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51318/saudi-bank-assets-climb-to-135tn-as-lending-expands-sama Claims on government and quasi-government entities also edged higher, reaching SR910 billion in February, compared with SR907.3 billion in January and SR821.3 billion in February 2025. Retail Banking Doha Bank wins dual honours at Euromoney Awards News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51320/doha-bank-wins-dual-honours-at-euromoney-awards The “Best for Funds” award highlights Doha Bank’s strength in offering a diversified and well-structured portfolio of investment solutions. Retail Banking Emirates NBD raises $2.25bn in show of investor confidence during war News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51313/emirates-nbd-raises-225bn-in-show-of-investor-confidence-during-war Dubai bank's financing oversubscribed by more than two times Retail Banking Khaleeji Bank commends Sattam Algosaibi’s efforts during his tenure as chief executive officer of the bank News Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51314/khaleeji-bank-commends-sattam-algosaibiamprsquos-efforts-during-his-tenure-as-chief-executive-officer-of-the-bank Commending his valuable contributions which had a tangible impact in supporting the Bank’s journey Retail Banking QIB named Best SME Bank in the Middle East and Qatar by Global Finance News Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51307/qib-named-best-sme-bank-in-the-middle-east-and-qatar-by-global-finance This recognition cements QIB’s position as a key financial partner for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) Retail Banking DWTC Free Zone ties up with Wio to speed up business banking News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51354/dwtc-free-zone-ties-up-with-wio-to-speed-up-business-banking New partnership aims to simplify account opening and support business growth Alternative Investments ADX listed companies' profits grow 17% to $54.46bln in 2025 News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51358/adx-listed-companiesamp039-profits-grow-17-to-5446bln-in-2025 In 2025, ADX-listed companies distributed close to 74 billion dirhams in dividends to its shareholders and investors Alternative Investments ADX leads listed companies at Global Investors Roadshow in Hong Kong News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51344/adx-leads-listed-companies-at-global-investors-roadshow-in-hong-kong Hong Kong will be the ADX’s first international stop for 2026, connecting international capital with the high-growth opportunities emerging from the UAE’s capital. Alternative Investments Knight Frank: US$ 6.3bln of private global capital could reap rewards of taking a long-term view on Saudi real estate News Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51349/knight-frank-us-63bln-of-private-global-capital-could-reap-rewards-of-taking-a-long-term-view-on-saudi-real-estate Strong structural demand holds prospect of medium-term growth after current disruption abates Alternative Investments Middle East banking stocks skyrocket after Iran ceasefire News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51338/middle-east-banking-stocks-skyrocket-after-iran-ceasefire Earlier in the day, Trump had warned that "a whole civilization will die tonight" if his demands were not met, marking a sharp reversal in tone. Alternative Investments Grant Thornton and AstroLabs offer joint business setup and growth offering in Saudi market News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51339/grant-thornton-and-astrolabs-offer-joint-business-setup-and-growth-offering-in-saudi-market Since its inception, the company has supported over 2,000 companies with setup and scaling, of which 600+ in Saudi Arabia. Alternative Investments Dubai gold jumps Dh11 in a day after ceasefire talks lift global prices News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51331/dubai-gold-jumps-dh11-in-a-day-after-ceasefire-talks-lift-global-prices Gold climbs Dh11 in a day as ceasefire hopes and weaker dollar lift prices Alternative Investments Saudi PIF anchors King Street fund targeting MENA News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51333/saudi-pif-anchors-king-street-fund-targeting-mena PIF’s anchor capital expected to spur inflows of long‑term foreign investment Alternative Investments Saudi real estate sector offering $6.3bn opportunities to global investors: Knight Frank News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51334/saudi-real-estate-sector-offering-63bn-opportunities-to-global-investors-knight-frank Notwithstanding the human and economic costs of the Middle East conflict Alternative Investments QFC records 57% y-o-y increase in Q1 firm registation News Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51336/qfc-records-57-y-o-y-increase-in-q1-firm-registation Business activity continues, supported by Qatar’s robust economic and regulatory environment Alternative Investments QIB named Qatar’s best private bank by Euromoney News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51351/qib-named-qataramprsquos-best-private-bank-by-euromoney QIB Private Banking operates through a relationship-driven model, offering customers dedicated access to experienced relationship managers and specialised advisory teams. Wealth & Asset Management KFH – Bahrain wins Euromoney Magazine Best Private Bank in Bahrain 2026 award News Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51316/kfh-ampndash-bahrain-wins-euromoney-magazine-best-private-bank-in-bahrain-2026-award A New Achievement Reinforcing its Leadership in Private Banking Services Wealth & Asset Management Lighthouse Canton sweeps Euromoney 2026; Named best independent wealth manager across Asia, Singapore and UAE News Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51287/lighthouse-canton-sweeps-euromoney-2026-named-best-independent-wealth-manager-across-asia-singapore-and-uae Recognised for independent wealth management excellence as the institution continues to scale its cross-border platform Wealth & Asset Management Global Finance Names The World’s Best Islamic Financial Institutions 2026 News Team Tuesday, March 17, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51231/global-finance-names-the-worldamprsquos-best-islamic-financial-institutions-2026 All selections were made by the Global Finance editorial team after extensive consultations with bankers, corporate finance executives, and analysts worldwide. Wealth & Asset Management UAE attracts global wealth as private banking enters new growth phase News Aggregation Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51153/uae-attracts-global-wealth-as-private-banking-enters-new-growth-phase Private banking enters new growth cycle as HNWIs bank on Mena region Wealth & Asset Management NBK Wealth wins ‘Best Private Bank in Kuwait 2026’ from Global Finance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 25, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51129/nbk-wealth-wins-amplsquobest-private-bank-in-kuwait-2026amprsquo-from-global-finance Group marks a milestone reinforcing its leading position in wealth management field Wealth & Asset Management HNWIs hold $87trln in wealth; UAE attracts 9,800 new millionaires in 2025: report News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 25, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51136/hnwis-hold-87trln-in-wealth-uae-attracts-9800-new-millionaires-in-2025-report The report underscores Dubai’s emergence as a destination of choice for HNWIs, family offices and global private capital Wealth & Asset Management Millionaires leave UK, flock to UAE in largest shift in modern history News Aggregation Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51074/millionaires-leave-uk-flock-to-uae-in-largest-shift-in-modern-history Wealth advisers say the migration is no longer driven purely by opportunity but increasingly by risk management Wealth & Asset Management The rise of UHNW women in the GCC: What to look for in a fiduciary partner News Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51051/the-rise-of-uhnw-women-in-the-gcc-what-to-look-for-in-a-fiduciary-partner In the UAE, 30% of real estate portfolios are held by women, and more than 25,000 Emirati women entrepreneurs contribute over $16 billion annually to the economy. Wealth & Asset Management Family Office Expectations And A One-Bank Model: Barclays’ UAE Strategy For 2026 News Aggregation Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51043/family-office-expectations-and-a-one-bank-model-barclaysamprsquo-uae-strategy-for-2026 Billimoria adds that digital tools, AI and data intelligence will be used to reduce friction in onboarding Wealth & Asset Management Saudi Arabia issues first Major Payment Institution licence to Lean Technologies News Aggregation Team Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51296/saudi-arabia-issues-first-major-payment-institution-licence-to-lean-technologies The objectives of the company align with the UK’s Vision 2030 objectives to expand open banking infrastructure. FinTech Egypt explores expanding SAP investments, digital skills programmes News Aggregation Team Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51297/egypt-explores-expanding-sap-investments-digital-skills-programmes Both sides reviewed the potential for conducting a comprehensive study to assess labour market needs in technology fields linked with SAP systems FinTech Saudi AI company Humain partners with Turing to launch world’s first enterprise AI agent marketplace News Aggregation Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51291/saudi-ai-company-humain-partners-with-turing-to-launch-worldamprsquos-first-enterprise-ai-agent-marketplace Unveiled at FII Priority summit in Miami on Wednesday, the partnership allows third-party developers to publish and sell AI agents through a shared marketplace FinTech How Doba's AI Platform Consolidation Is Setting a New Standard for eCommerce Infrastructure News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51271/how-dobaamp039s-ai-platform-consolidation-is-setting-a-new-standard-for-ecommerce-infrastructure That dynamic is now shifting. Across the broader SaaS sector FinTech Qatar offers fertile ground for robotics and automation, says top retail industry executive News Aggregation Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51259/qatar-offers-fertile-ground-for-robotics-and-automation-says-top-retail-industry-executive Qatar’s labour market dynamics make it easier to integrate automation compared to other countries, according to Dr Mohamed Althaf, LuLu Group Global director. FinTech UAE a frontrunner in AI ambition and readiness across the GCC News Aggregation Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51261/uae-a-frontrunner-in-ai-ambition-and-readiness-across-the-gcc The UAE continues to position itself as a digital leader in the region, pushing national AI initiatives, strong public sector engagement, and stimulating rising private sector investment. FinTech AI is already deciding your bank calls, flights and bills in the UAE News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 17, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51232/ai-is-already-deciding-your-bank-calls-flights-and-bills-in-the-uae Experts warn AI decisions must remain transparent as adoption accelerates FinTech Ooredoo Qatar launches Eid Device Festival 2026 News Team Monday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51224/ooredoo-qatar-launches-eid-device-festival-2026 With exclusive iPhone 17 offers and additional Nojoom rewards FinTech UAE FinTech sector set to reach $5.71 billion by 2029 News Aggregation Team Monday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51225/uae-fintech-sector-set-to-reach-571-billion-by-2029 Both the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) serve as two main hubs for the sector’s growth, hosting hundreds of companies operating in financial technology, artificial intelligence, and innovation. FinTech UAE’s crypto adoption surges as banks shift from pilots to production News Aggregation Team Monday, March 09, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51192/uaeamprsquos-crypto-adoption-surges-as-banks-shift-from-pilots-to-production One of the strongest signals of this acceleration came in mid‑February, when regulators approved the AED‑backed DDSC stablecoin. FinTech Warba Bank announces new management structure News Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51356/warba-bank-announces-new-management-structure To strengthen position as leading Islamic bank serving customers and Kuwaiti economy Islamic Finance GCC Islamic banks show resilience amid geopolitical tensions News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51342/gcc-islamic-banks-show-resilience-amid-geopolitical-tensions The agency highlights that GCC-based Islamic banks are well positioned to absorb shocks if tensions remain contained. Islamic Finance ADIB mobilises $5.53bln in sustainable finance in 2025 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51324/adib-mobilises-553bln-in-sustainable-finance-in-2025 ADIB played a key role in structuring and participating in a range of landmark sustainable finance transactions across the UAE and the region Islamic Finance KFH–Bahrain introduces new Eid banknote withdrawals via extreme teller machines for the first time News Team Monday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51227/kfhampndashbahrain-introduces-new-eid-banknote-withdrawals-via-extreme-teller-machines-for-the-first-time A move that reflects the Bank’s ongoing commitment to sharing the joy of festive occasions with its customers Islamic Finance Ithmaar Bank continues to provide banking services to its corporate clients News Team Friday, March 13, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51218/ithmaar-bank-continues-to-provide-banking-services-to-its-corporate-clients Ensuring to meet their needs with flexibility and security during the recent development in the region Islamic Finance Sharjah Islamic Bank’s General Assembly approves 20% cash dividend and capital increase in the golden jubilee year News Team Tuesday, March 10, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51197/sharjah-islamic-bankamprsquos-general-assembly-approves-20-cash-dividend-and-capital-increase-in-the-golden-jubilee-year H.E. Abdul Rahman Al Owais, Chairman of the Board of Directors of SIB, chaired the Bank’s AGM Islamic Finance GCC banks are well buffered against Iran conflict credit risks News Team Thursday, March 05, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51175/gcc-banks-are-well-buffered-against-iran-conflict-credit-risks Fitch believes GCC sovereign ratings generally have sufficient headroom to withstand a short regional conflict that does not escalate significantly further Islamic Finance Suez Canal Bank, Alameda partner to integrate premium banking, healthcare services News Aggregation Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51159/suez-canal-bank-alameda-partner-to-integrate-premium-banking-healthcare-services The partnership reflects the bank’s strategy to broaden its suite of non-financial services, offering clients added value beyond traditional banking products through alliances with leading institutions in key sectors Islamic Finance IsDB announces $2.41bn in new financing for development sectors News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 25, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51132/isdb-announces-241bn-in-new-financing-for-development-sectors The bank also approved €116 million ($135 million) to upgrade Senegal’s Dakar Expressway Project. Islamic Finance KFH – Bahrain announces strategic partnership with Beyon Money News Team Friday, February 20, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51112/kfh-ampndash-bahrain-announces-strategic-partnership-with-beyon-money Empowering customers with next-generation Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) capabilities Islamic Finance UAE banks steady as central bank support cushions impact of regional tensions: S&P News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51355/uae-banks-steady-as-central-bank-support-cushions-impact-of-regional-tensions-sampampp UAE Central bank allowed lenders to access up to 30 per cent of reserve balances and introduced term liquidity facilities in UAE dirham and US dollar Research, Comment and Analysis Dubai’s real estate transactions surge 31% to reach $68.6bln in Q1 2026 News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51345/dubaiamprsquos-real-estate-transactions-surge-31-to-reach-686bln-in-q1-2026 Dubai’s real estate sector continues to strengthen its role as a key driver of economic growth in the emirate Research, Comment and Analysis EY Academy launches AI-powered project delivery programme in GCC News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51346/ey-academy-launches-ai-powered-project-delivery-programme-in-gcc The launch comes as organisations across the GCC, particularly in Saudi Arabia, manage increasingly complex project portfolios aligned with national transformation agendas such as Saudi Vision 2030 Research, Comment and Analysis Qatar Central Bank says foreign exchange reserves rise 2.21% year-on-year News Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51340/qatar-central-bank-says-foreign-exchange-reserves-rise-221-year-on-year Data issued by QCB showed that its official international reserves increased by 2.6% by the end of March 2026 Research, Comment and Analysis “No layoffs at Danube Group,” says Rizwan Sajan News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51310/ampldquono-layoffs-at-danube-groupamprdquo-says-rizwan-sajan The statement comes at a time when businesses across sectors are reassessing cost structures and workforce strategies Research, Comment and Analysis BankDhofar’s SME growth strategy is designed to empower entrepreneurs News Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51306/bankdhofaramprsquos-sme-growth-strategy-is-designed-to-empower-entrepreneurs As the Sultanate advances its Vision 2040 diversification agenda, SMEs are no longer viewed as peripheral actors but as central drivers of innovation, localisation, and economic resilience Research, Comment and Analysis Salary cuts amid regional tensions? What UAE employees need to know News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51274/salary-cuts-amid-regional-tensions-what-uae-employees-need-to-know Concerns are rising among employees and companies in the UAE as regional tensions weigh on sentiment, but labour law offers clear protections, and salary cuts are far from straightforward Research, Comment and Analysis Why gas prices are surging after Qatar LNG attack News Aggregation Team Friday, March 20, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51252/why-gas-prices-are-surging-after-qatar-lng-attack The impact on global markets was immediate. Research, Comment and Analysis UAE denies claims of capital controls, reaffirms free movement of funds News Aggregation Team Friday, March 20, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51253/uae-denies-claims-of-capital-controls-reaffirms-free-movement-of-funds Analysts warned that the attacks mark a major escalation in the conflict and could significantly delay the recovery of global LNG supply. Research, Comment and Analysis BIBF CEO: Bahrain’s Financial Sector Continues to Operate with Strong Resilience and Efficiency News Aggregation Team Friday, March 20, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51257/bibf-ceo-bahrainamprsquos-financial-sector-continues-to-operate-with-strong-resilience-and-efficiency He concluded by reaffirming that Bahrain’s financial sector continues to play a vital role in supporting the national economy, underpinned by a well-integrated system characterized by stability, resilience, and trust. Research, Comment and Analysis HSBC says it’s committed to commercial, investment banking in Egypt amid reports it’s inching closer to exiting retail franchise News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 24, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51128/hsbc-says-itamprsquos-committed-to-commercial-investment-banking-in-egypt-amid-reports-itamprsquos-inching-closer-to-exiting-retail-franchise HSBC is very committed to Egypt as a strategic market in which we are squarely focused on the needs of our corporate and investment banking clients,” HSBC Egypt CEO Todd Wilcox told EnterpriseAM Investment Bank Citi signs deal to sell 24% equity stake in Banamex News Team Tuesday, February 24, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51126/citi-signs-deal-to-sell-24-equity-stake-in-banamex Among the investors were U.S. private equity firm General Atlantic, Afore Sura, Brazilian investment bank BTG Pactual, Chubb and funds managed by Blackstone, Liberty Strategic Capital, and Qatar Investment Authority Investment Bank UmniaBank reports strong performance for 2025 with net profit of MAD57m News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51062/umniabank-reports-strong-performance-for-2025-with-net-profit-of-mad57m Umnia Bank began operations in Morocco in 2017 as the country’s first participative bank. Investment Bank Intesa Sanpaolo Strengthens Its Focus on the Middle East: Imi Cib Solidifies Its Role as a Strategic Partner in the Gulf Region News Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50862/intesa-sanpaolo-strengthens-its-focus-on-the-middle-east-imi-cib-solidifies-its-role-as-a-strategic-partner-in-the-gulf-region These activities are further complemented by advisory and interest rate hedging operations. Investment Bank Goldman Sachs opens Middle East headquarters in Saudi Arabia News Aggregation Team Friday, December 12, 2025 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50780/goldman-sachs-opens-middle-east-headquarters-in-saudi-arabia According to LSEG data, the investment bank drove dealmaking activity in the region over the first three quarters of 2025, topping the M&A league table in MENA with 24 deals valued at $104 billion Investment Bank Cantor establishes Abu Dhabi office News Aggregation Team Tuesday, December 09, 2025 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50764/cantor-establishes-abu-dhabi-office Ali Khalpey, Head of Middle East, Investment Banking & Capital Markets at Cantor joined earlier this year Investment Bank EFG Hermes reaches successful completion of advisory for Cherry Trading Company’s IPO on the Saudi Exchange News Team Tuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50729/efg-hermes-reaches-successful-completion-of-advisory-for-cherry-trading-companyamprsquos-ipo-on-the-saudi-exchange The deal underscores grand market ambitions in equities and marks a meaningful addition to the Kingdom’s growing ECM pipeline Investment Bank JPMorgan expands in Dubai to target medium-sized firms News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50654/jpmorgan-expands-in-dubai-to-target-medium-sized-firms Global financial institutions are increasingly establishing operations in the Middle East to access oil wealth. Investment Bank MENA DCM breaks all records: Nine-month bond issuance hits $125.9bln, sukuk at $48.2bln News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 14, 2025 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50478/mena-dcm-breaks-all-records-nine-month-bond-issuance-hits-1259bln-sukuk-at-482bln HSBC secured the top spot in the MENA bond bookrunner ranking by LSEG’s Investment Banking Review, with $13.2 billion in related proceeds Investment Bank Goldman Sachs Opens Office in Kuwait News Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50442/goldman-sachs-opens-office-in-kuwait Office Opening Deepens Partnership with Kuwait and Expands Capabilities in the Middle East Investment Bank Sustainable Finance Awards 2026: Middle East News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 10, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51200/sustainable-finance-awards-2026-middle-east Banks in the UAE have innovated Sharia-compliant sukuks by structuring these instruments using sustainable frameworks amid growing international demand. Planet SOS Egypt: CBE catalyses banking sector’s shift toward sustainable finance News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51087/egypt-cbe-catalyses-banking-sectoramprsquos-shift-toward-sustainable-finance Participants emphasised the need to reinforce climate-aligned financial systems across Egypt and Africa, strengthen resilience and ensure sustainable growth Planet SOS National Finance continues advancing Oman’s development agenda through its sustainable finance offering News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50922/national-finance-continues-advancing-omanamprsquos-development-agenda-through-its-sustainable-finance-offering This focus aligns with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040, particularly in promoting environmentally conscious development across the financial sector Planet SOS ADIB strengthens ESG ratings with MSCI and sustainalytics News Team Monday, December 15, 2025 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50788/adib-strengthens-esg-ratings-with-msci-and-sustainalytics ADIB continues to strengthen its position as one of the highest-rated banks in the UAE and the wider region for ESG performance Planet SOS Sustainability Forum Middle East announces GARMCO as forum partner for its 2026 edition News Team Tuesday, December 09, 2025 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50761/sustainability-forum-middle-east-announces-garmco-as-forum-partner-for-its-2026-edition The Forum is held in the presence of H.E. Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Daina, Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affair Planet SOS EBRD invests US $40 mil in Infinity to accelerate renewable energy growth across Africa News Team Tuesday, November 11, 2025 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50621/ebrd-invests-us-40-mil-in-infinity-to-accelerate-renewable-energy-growth-across-africa Funds for 3 GW of renewable energy projects to advance clean energy on the continent Planet SOS Oman Arab Bank drives sustainable growth through innovation and national talent News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 28, 2025 12:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50530/oman-arab-bank-drives-sustainable-growth-through-innovation-and-national-talent OAB has been an active supporter of national digital initiatives Planet SOS MECC to expand scope of recycling projects News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 21, 2025 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50514/mecc-to-expand-scope-of-recycling-projects He pointed out that the Rawdat Rashid experience is a successful model that can be applied to other areas Planet SOS Sustainable freight can deliver major CO2 cuts across GCC by 2035 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 24, 2025 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50373/sustainable-freight-can-deliver-major-co2-cuts-across-gcc-by-2035 PwC research across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar also finds that electric heavy-duty truck availability in the GCC remains limited Planet SOS QatarEnergy ranked among most-valued global energy brands News Aggregation Team Wednesday, August 13, 2025 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50153/qatarenergy-ranked-among-most-valued-global-energy-brands The region’s brands contributed $71.3bn to the ranking Planet SOS