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http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.pngManagers of Wealth - Middle EastKohanaPHPAbu Dhabi's IHC names leaders for investment platform 2PointZero GroupNews Aggregation TeamThursday, November 13, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50634/abu-dhabiamp039s-ihc-names-leaders-for-investment-platform-2pointzero-group
2PointZero Group was created last month through the merger of the IHC's portfolio companies 2PointZero, Multiply Group and Ghitha HoldingOn the MoveA Rothschild director in London took a promotion at HSBC in the Middle EastNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 12, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50629/a-rothschild-director-in-london-took-a-promotion-at-hsbc-in-the-middle-east
HSBC recently lost a few senior bankers in its Saudi. On the MoveDeutsche Bank strengthens investment banking team with new DCM directorNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 11, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50620/deutsche-bank-strengthens-investment-banking-team-with-new-dcm-director
Deutsche Bank, which caters to its clients in CEEMEA from Dubai and London, is actively expanding its Investment Banking divisionOn the MoveReed Smith strengthens corporate practice with new partner addition in the Middle EastNews TeamTuesday, November 11, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50624/reed-smith-strengthens-corporate-practice-with-new-partner-addition-in-the-middle-east
New hire follows the firm’s recent opening in RiyadhOn the MoveJ.P. Morgan Private Bank names Selim Elgen as Managing Director and Market Head for the United Arab EmiratesNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 10, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50613/jp-morgan-private-bank-names-selim-elgen-as-managing-director-and-market-head-for-the-united-arab-emirates
Elgen is a seasoned industry professional, joining J.P. Morgan with over 31 years of experience in the banking sector. On the MoveWael Khoury named Doha Ambassador of human capital ecosystem TransformNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 10, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50617/wael-khoury-named-doha-ambassador-of-human-capital-ecosystem-transform
Headquartered in the US and operating globally, Transform is an ecosystem that connects leaders, practitioners, entrepreneurs, and investors that are active in the domains of human capital, human resources, and the future of work.On the MoveKKR expands ME wealth push with new senior hire in DubaiNews Aggregation TeamThursday, November 06, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50601/kkr-expands-me-wealth-push-with-new-senior-hire-in-dubai
The firm is building a diversified regional team spanning investment, capital raising and client coverage.On the MoveGrant Thornton adds three members to partner team in Saudi ArabiaNews Aggregation TeamFriday, October 31, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50572/grant-thornton-adds-three-members-to-partner-team-in-saudi-arabia
Over the years, Al Ali has led several high-ranked rolesOn the MoveInvest Bank appoints Ali Sajwani as Chief Human Capital OfficerNews TeamFriday, October 31, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50578/invest-bank-appoints-ali-sajwani-as-chief-human-capital-officer
He joins Invest Bank at a defining moment, as the institution continues its journey to become more agile, future-fit, and talent-drivenOn the MoveNBB appoints new group Chief Operating OfficerNews Aggregation TeamMonday, October 27, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50540/nbb-appoints-new-group-chief-operating-officer
Mustafa brings over 20 years of experience in the financial services sectorOn the MoveSharjah mandates banks for 10.5 year USD benchmark sukukNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50653/sharjah-mandates-banks-for-105-year-usd-benchmark-sukuk
HSBC has been named sole global coordinatorLegal, Tax, Regulation & ComplianceUAE Central Bank removes minimum salary requirement for personal loansNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50655/uae-central-bank-removes-minimum-salary-requirement-for-personal-loans
Officials say the initiative is designed to expand financial inclusion and ensure that every individual in the UAE has access to essential banking servicesLegal, Tax, Regulation & ComplianceRussia to remove UAE from tax haven blacklist Jan 1News Aggregation TeamFriday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50643/russia-to-remove-uae-from-tax-haven-blacklist-jan-1
The new agreement regulates the procedure for taxing the profit (income) of all residents of the two countriesLegal, Tax, Regulation & ComplianceQNB to modernise national surveillance infrastructureNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 04, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50590/qnb-to-modernise-national-surveillance-infrastructure
This partnership with QNB represents a milestone in national infrastructure modernization.Legal, Tax, Regulation & ComplianceCBK reports drop in money supplyNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 03, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50582/cbk-reports-drop-in-money-supply
The report noted that total assets of local banks decreased 0.4 percent in SeptemberLegal, Tax, Regulation & ComplianceMost GCC central banks cut key rates; Kuwait holds rates steadyNews Aggregation TeamFriday, October 31, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50577/most-gcc-central-banks-cut-key-rates-kuwait-holds-rates-steady
Divided Fed backs 2nd quarter-point rate cut of 2025Legal, Tax, Regulation & ComplianceGovernment Approves Draft Tax Treaty with OmanNews Aggregation TeamThursday, October 30, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50571/government-approves-draft-tax-treaty-with-oman
The tax relief provided by the treaty for businesses Legal, Tax, Regulation & ComplianceUAE Central Bank plans comprehensive regulation for telemarketing financial products and servicesNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, October 29, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50558/uae-central-bank-plans-comprehensive-regulation-for-telemarketing-financial-products-and-services
New system will introduce strict requirements designed to protect consumersLegal, Tax, Regulation & ComplianceSaudi CMA makes changes in investment accounts rule to woo foreignersNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, October 28, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50552/saudi-cma-makes-changes-in-investment-accounts-rule-to-woo-foreigners
CMA said these changes aim to facilitate access for a broader base of foreign investorsLegal, Tax, Regulation & ComplianceCBE and Foreign Ministry launch ‘Open Your Account in Egypt’ initiativeNews Aggregation TeamMonday, October 27, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50541/cbe-and-foreign-ministry-launch-amplsquoopen-your-account-in-egyptamprsquo-initiative
The signing of the cooperation protocol was witnessed by senior officialsLegal, Tax, Regulation & ComplianceUAE residents can now track and improve their credit score in real-timeNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50648/uae-residents-can-now-track-and-improve-their-credit-score-in-real-time
What was once a technical process hidden behind lending decisions is now being brought directly to consumers’ fingertipsRetail BankingMastercard’s Prakriti Singh on integrating stablecoins into mainstream commerceNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50650/mastercardamprsquos-prakriti-singh-on-integrating-stablecoins-into-mainstream-commerce
Mastercard’s Prakriti Singh outlines how the agreement with Circle could reshape cross-border payments, remittances, and digital tradeRetail BankingQIIG, PayLater ink deal to offer Shari’a-compliant payment solutionsNews Aggregation TeamFriday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50640/qiig-paylater-ink-deal-to-offer-shariamprsquoa-compliant-payment-solutions
This partnership marks a significant step towards enhancing flexible and ethical payment solutions for QIIG customers across Qatar.Retail BankingCBI reports pre-tax net profit of AED 109m for the first nine months of 2025News TeamFriday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50645/cbi-reports-pre-tax-net-profit-of-aed-109m-for-the-first-nine-months-of-2025
The Bank reported the first nine months and Q3’25 pre-tax profit of AED 109 million and AED 16 million respectivelyRetail BankingSAB’s new instant account opening service empowers SMEsNews Aggregation TeamThursday, November 13, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50632/sabamprsquos-new-instant-account-opening-service-empowers-smes
It supports the bank’s ongoing efforts to advance Vision 2030 by helping businesses grow and contribute to economic diversification.Retail BankingNational Bank of Oman prices $450mln AT1 bond at 6.625%News Aggregation TeamThursday, November 13, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50633/national-bank-of-oman-prices-450mln-at1-bond-at-6625
Final order book topped $1.5blnRetail BankingGIB reports 11% increase in net income attributable to shareholders of the bankNews TeamThursday, November 13, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50635/gib-reports-11-increase-in-net-income-attributable-to-shareholders-of-the-bank
For the three months ending September 30th 2025, net profit attributable to shareholders reached $48.0 million, a 27% increase from $37.9 million in the same period last yearRetail BankingCommercial Bank sweeps major titles at TAB Global MEA AwardsNews Aggregation TeamThursday, November 13, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50637/commercial-bank-sweeps-major-titles-at-tab-global-mea-awards
Through integrated platforms and intelligent liquidity solutions, the Bank helps businesses optimise performance and manage cash flows seamlessly across borders.Retail BankingAl Salam Bank delivers record profitability accelerating regional growth and innovationNews TeamThursday, November 13, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50638/al-salam-bank-delivers-record-profitability-accelerating-regional-growth-and-innovation
Net profit attributable to shareholders increased 37.5% year-on-year to USD 154.3 millionRetail BankingBank ABC Group reports net profit of US$204 million for first nine months of 2025News Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 12, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50628/bank-abc-group-reports-net-profit-of-us204-million-for-first-nine-months-of-2025
The Group stated that its positive performance reflects growth in core business revenuesRetail BankingSaudi-US business ties in ‘position of strength’News Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50657/saudi-us-business-ties-in-amplsquoposition-of-strengthamprsquo
Washington has consistently ranked among the Kingdom’s top trading partners, with total trade in goods and services surpassing $35 billion in 2023, according to official US data.Alternative InvestmentsEmirati Arkan debuts in Egyptian market with EGP 10bn SLCITINews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50647/emirati-arkan-debuts-in-egyptian-market-with-egp-10bn-slciti
The company noted that this step is consistent with its ambitious vision to expand its investment portfolioAlternative InvestmentsCredit granted by banks in Oman increases by 7.3%News Aggregation TeamMonday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50649/credit-granted-by-banks-in-oman-increases-by-73
These banks’ investments in foreign securities also increased by 21.6 percent to reach OMR2.6 billion by the end of September 2025.Alternative InvestmentsSaudi Arabia scales back salary premiums for foreign talent, recruiters sayNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50651/saudi-arabia-scales-back-salary-premiums-for-foreign-talent-recruiters-say
Salary premiums for foreign recruits reduced amid cost-cutting drive, increased competitionAlternative InvestmentsSaudi’s Derayah Financial secures $133mln credit facilityNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50652/saudiamprsquos-derayah-financial-secures-133mln-credit-facility
The facility will finance the expansion of Derayah’s brokerage servicesAlternative InvestmentsOff-plan sales dominate Dubai’s residential market in Q3 amid record transaction volumesNews Aggregation TeamFriday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50641/off-plan-sales-dominate-dubaiamprsquos-residential-market-in-q3-amid-record-transaction-volumes
Dubai’s residential property market continued its upward trajectory in the third quarter of 2025, with off-plan sales emerging as the clear driver of growth. Alternative InvestmentsDigital readiness is the backbone of resilient financial markets in the GCCNews Aggregation TeamFriday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50642/digital-readiness-is-the-backbone-of-resilient-financial-markets-in-the-gcc
In the GCC today, that readiness is becoming the checkpoint for investor trust.Alternative InvestmentsQatar records budget deficit of $373m as revenue dipsNews Aggregation TeamFriday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50644/qatar-records-budget-deficit-of-373m-as-revenue-dips
Total revenue fell 4 percent year-on-year in the quarter from the prior year period, to 49.2 billion riyals, while spending was at 50.6 billion riyalsAlternative InvestmentsSaudi real estate market transforms on back of government projects, policy reforms News Aggregation TeamThursday, November 13, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50636/saudi-real-estate-market-transforms-on-back-of-government-projects-policy-reforms
Sessions covered emerging trends such as biotech cities, advanced HVAC systems, and evolving definitions of luxury. Alternative InvestmentsQSE index closes lowerNews Aggregation TeamThursday, November 13, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50639/qse-index-closes-lower
Shares of 13 companies rose during the sessionAlternative InvestmentsPreservation to purpose: A new era of wealth planning in the Middle EastNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50646/preservation-to-purpose-a-new-era-of-wealth-planning-in-the-middle-east
With one of the world’s largest intergenerational wealth transitions underway, Middle Eastern families are combining tradition, innovation, and purpose to ensure their legacies endureWealth & Asset ManagementHoxton Wealth partners with Squirrel Education for student training dayNews Aggregation TeamThursday, November 06, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50602/hoxton-wealth-partners-with-squirrel-education-for-student-training-day
It led a session on the positive impact that planners can have on people’s livesWealth & Asset ManagementBentley Reid announces Dubai office openingNews TeamTuesday, November 04, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50586/bentley-reid-announces-dubai-office-opening
DFSA Category 4 licence allows Bentley Reid to arrange and advise on its holistic wealth management services from DIFCWealth & Asset ManagementStandard Chartered Global Private Bank expands flagship Global Families Network Forum with Next Gen ProgrammeNews TeamTuesday, November 04, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50587/standard-chartered-global-private-bank-expands-flagship-global-families-network-forum-with-next-gen-programme
90 UHNW families from over 30 markets gathered for 2-day event in the UAEWealth & Asset ManagementBarclays strengthens Middle East presence with strategic expansion into the Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaNews TeamTuesday, October 28, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50547/barclays-strengthens-middle-east-presence-with-strategic-expansion-into-the-kingdom-of-saudi-arabia
Barclays’ expansion into KSA advances the bank’s strategic growth across the Middle East Wealth & Asset ManagementGlobal Finance Names The World’s Best Private Banks 2026News TeamMonday, October 27, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50537/global-finance-names-the-worldamprsquos-best-private-banks-2026
Global Finance’s editorial board selected the winners for the Private Bank Awards with input from executives and industry insiders. Wealth & Asset ManagementKFH Wins MENA Most Innovative Private Bank AwardNews TeamMonday, October 27, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50538/kfh-wins-mena-most-innovative-private-bank-award
At MEED's MENA Banking Excellence Awards 2025Wealth & Asset ManagementEmirates Investment Bank Partners with Avaloq to Modernize Its Wealth and Investment Management Operations in DubaiNews Aggregation TeamFriday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50529/emirates-investment-bank-partners-with-avaloq-to-modernize-its-wealth-and-investment-management-operations-in-dubai
This will help the bank to scale its services and deliver a highly personalized, data-driven wealth management experience.Wealth & Asset ManagementNBK Wealth receives ‘Outstanding Private Bank for High-Net-Worth Clients’ awardNews Aggregation TeamFriday, October 17, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50494/nbk-wealth-receives-amplsquooutstanding-private-bank-for-high-net-worth-clientsamprsquo-award
As part of Private Banker International’s Global Wealth Awards ceremony in SingaporeWealth & Asset ManagementUBS opens new advisory office in Abu DhabiNews Aggregation TeamThursday, October 16, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50490/ubs-opens-new-advisory-office-in-abu-dhabi
The Swiss banking giant has been present in the region for over 60 years.Wealth & Asset ManagementOoredoo Qatar expands IoT connect ecosystem to accelerate business digital transformationNews TeamTuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50658/ooredoo-qatar-expands-iot-connect-ecosystem-to-accelerate-business-digital-transformation
Comprehensive Suite of Solutions to Seamlessly Connect, Manage, and Scale IoT OperationsFinTechUDC wins three major awards at Middle East Enterprise AI & Analytics Summit 2025News Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50659/udc-wins-three-major-awards-at-middle-east-enterprise-ai-ampamp-analytics-summit-2025
The project introduced an automated operations model powered by a unified Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) platformFinTechBanks and insurers deploy AI agents to fight fraud and process applications, with plans for new roles to supervise the AINews TeamTuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50660/banks-and-insurers-deploy-ai-agents-to-fight-fraud-and-process-applications-with-plans-for-new-roles-to-supervise-the-ai
Three in five banks and insurers cite customer onboarding among top reasons for AI agent adoptionFinTechSaudi startup Lean Technologies plans IPO, to expand beyond open bankingNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 12, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50627/saudi-startup-lean-technologies-plans-ipo-to-expand-beyond-open-banking
Firm explores remittances, cross-border payments, alternative creditFinTechSaudi Arabia up 5 places in IMD digital competitiveness rankingNews Aggregation TeamFriday, November 07, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50611/saudi-arabia-up-5-places-in-imd-digital-competitiveness-ranking
Saudi Arabia ranked 26th in the Knowledge pillar, FinTechBBK Becomes First GCC Bank to Join Binance Link Program, Marking Milestone in Digital Finance InnovationNews Aggregation TeamThursday, November 06, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50605/bbk-becomes-first-gcc-bank-to-join-binance-link-program-marking-milestone-in-digital-finance-innovation
The partnership is pending final regulatory approval from the Central Bank of BahrainFinTechNBK is redefining future of finance by integrating digital services into people’s lives: Al-KharafiNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 03, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50580/nbk-is-redefining-future-of-finance-by-integrating-digital-services-into-peopleamprsquos-lives-al-kharafi
Al-Kharafi participates in panel discussion at fourth edition of the MoneyTech SummitFinTechdnata and Visa unveil exclusive benefits for GCC’s wealthy travellersNews Aggregation TeamThursday, October 30, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50566/dnata-and-visa-unveil-exclusive-benefits-for-gccamprsquos-wealthy-travellers
Partner establishments will be integrated into Visa’s concierge and benefits platforms, which serve as sophisticated and personalized travel and lifestyle channels for this customer segment. FinTechUAE and Turkish central banks ‘deepen’ payments and fintech connectionsNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, October 29, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50556/uae-and-turkish-central-banks-amplsquodeepenamprsquo-payments-and-fintech-connections
The MoUs are in addition to a bilateral currency swap agreement between the UAE’s dirham and Turkey’s lira.FinTechMoneyGram and myZoi partner to drive financial inclusion across the UAENews TeamWednesday, October 29, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50559/moneygram-and-myzoi-partner-to-drive-financial-inclusion-across-the-uae
By combining myZoi’s purpose-driven technology with MoneyGram’s global, omni-channel network, the partnership will broaden access to digital-first, low-cost remittance options.FinTechQIB wins 3 digital innovation awards from The Asset Triple A Islamic Finance AwardsNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50656/qib-wins-3-digital-innovation-awards-from-the-asset-triple-a-islamic-finance-awards
Recognised as the ‘Best Islamic Bank for Digital Innovation’, QIB has set a benchmark in digital banking through its mobile-first strategy and continuous enhancements to the award-winning QIB Mobile App.Islamic FinanceThe Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance signs a strategic partnership with AAOIFI to strengthen Islamic finance capacityNews TeamWednesday, November 05, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50599/the-bahrain-institute-of-banking-and-finance-signs-a-strategic-partnership-with-aaoifi-to-strengthen-islamic-finance-capacity
Aims to enhance the capacity and expertise of professionals within the Islamic finance industry through a range of joint initiativesIslamic FinanceSharjah Islamic Bank successfully completes sale of all treasury sharesNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, October 28, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50550/sharjah-islamic-bank-successfully-completes-sale-of-all-treasury-shares
The sale was completed shortly after the announcement of SIB’s third-quarter financial resultsIslamic FinanceBoubyan Bank records net profit of KD 78m for the period ended September 2025News Aggregation TeamFriday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50531/boubyan-bank-records-net-profit-of-kd-78m-for-the-period-ended-september-2025
With this growth, the bank continues its exceptional success in sustainable growth, thus demonstrating the robustness of the bank’s financial position and its status as one of the major full-fledged banks in the Kuwaiti banking sector.Islamic FinanceQatar Islamic Bank's net profit grows by 5.8%News Aggregation TeamFriday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50533/qatar-islamic-bankamp039s-net-profit-grows-by-58
Total assets of the Bank as at 30 September 2025 stands at $59bln representing a growth of 6.9%Islamic FinanceA banking alliance of five banks grants a joint Islamic financing facility (Mudaraba) worth EGP5.2blnNews TeamWednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50517/a-banking-alliance-of-five-banks-grants-a-joint-islamic-financing-facility-mudaraba-worth-egp52bln
To Inertia Egypt for its Jefaira North Coast Project in Ras El HekmaIslamic FinanceLSEG and ICD announce findings of the 2025 Islamic Finance Development Indicator reportNews TeamWednesday, October 15, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50486/lseg-and-icd-announce-findings-of-the-2025-islamic-finance-development-indicator-report
Global Islamic finance assets projected to reach US$9.7 trillion by 2029Islamic FinanceIslamic International Arab Bank Named Best Islamic Digital Bank in Jordan for 2025News Aggregation TeamMonday, October 13, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50470/islamic-international-arab-bank-named-best-islamic-digital-bank-in-jordan-for-2025
Established in 1997, the Islamic International Arab Bank operates across all governorates of the Kingdom Islamic FinanceBahrain: Flooss appoints SICO to structure $10mln sukuk issuanceNews Aggregation TeamThursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50453/bahrain-flooss-appoints-sico-to-structure-10mln-sukuk-issuance
This transaction reflects ongoing efforts to advance shariah compliant capital markets instruments in the kingdomIslamic FinanceOman’s Islamic finance sector to top $40bn amid regulatory reforms, sukuk growth: Fitch News Aggregation TeamThursday, September 25, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50380/omanamprsquos-islamic-finance-sector-to-top-40bn-amid-regulatory-reforms-sukuk-growth-fitch
In the UAE the industry surpassed $285 billion in assets by the end of the first quarter of 2025, supported by strong demand and a deepening sukuk market, another Fitch report stated. Islamic FinanceDubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh and Doha among the world’s top 25 most resilient citiesNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 11, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50623/dubai-abu-dhabi-riyadh-and-doha-among-the-worldamprsquos-top-25-most-resilient-cities
The Global Cities Resilience Index (GCRI) is an index that measures the ‘resilience’ of cities to major changes and disruptions in business, technology, climate, social, and more. Research, Comment and AnalysisThe Evolving Landscape of Middle East Family OfficesNews TeamFriday, November 07, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50606/the-evolving-landscape-of-middle-east-family-offices
This evolution reflects both regional economic diversification and a new generation of leadership stepping into prominent roles.Research, Comment and AnalysisGlobal businesses eye increased trade, investment with Saudi Arabia: HSBC reportNews TeamThursday, November 06, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50604/global-businesses-eye-increased-trade-investment-with-saudi-arabia-hsbc-report
New HSBC research shows global businesses are turning to Saudi Arabia as next growth priorityResearch, Comment and AnalysisStronger performance management linked to productivity gains, WTW findsNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 05, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50598/stronger-performance-management-linked-to-productivity-gains-wtw-finds
Many organisations also have opportunities to simplify and improve fairness and differentiation in their performance ratings.Research, Comment and AnalysisForbes Middle East concludes the 3rd edition of its women’s summit in Riyadh, honoring a distinguished group of inspiring female leadersNews TeamWednesday, November 05, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50600/forbes-middle-east-concludes-the-3rd-edition-of-its-womenamprsquos-summit-in-riyadh-honoring-a-distinguished-group-of-inspiring-female-leaders
Forbes Middle East recognized trailblazing women shaping the future of business and Innovation across diverse sectorsResearch, Comment and AnalysisEGP strengthens against USD at Egyptian banks on ThursdayNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 03, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50576/egp-strengthens-against-usd-at-egyptian-banks-on-thursday
Meanwhile, the USD traded at EGP 47.18 for buying Research, Comment and AnalysisMaktoum bin Mohammed meets with Group CEO of HSBC HoldingsNews Aggregation TeamFriday, October 31, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50579/maktoum-bin-mohammed-meets-with-group-ceo-of-hsbc-holdings
The meeting was held at the Dubai International Financial CentreResearch, Comment and AnalysisDeloitte unveils Middle East Center of Excellence for Oracle AI AgentsNews TeamThursday, October 30, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50567/deloitte-unveils-middle-east-center-of-excellence-for-oracle-ai-agents
Driving the next wave of agentic AI adoptionResearch, Comment and AnalysisOman’s money supply grows over 6% in August as credit and deposits expand News Aggregation TeamMonday, October 27, 2025 12:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50545/omanamprsquos-money-supply-grows-over-6-in-august-as-credit-and-deposits-expand
The expansion in money supply coincided with steady credit growth and rising deposits across both conventional and Islamic banks. Research, Comment and AnalysisDubai Financial Services Authority regulatory update Q3 2025News TeamThursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50528/dubai-financial-services-authority-regulatory-update-q3-2025
The FAQ reflects key queries raised by firms during a recent DFSA outreach session.Research, Comment and AnalysisJPMorgan expands in Dubai to target medium-sized firmsNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, 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 BankMENA DCM breaks all records: Nine-month bond issuance hits $125.9bln, sukuk at $48.2blnNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, 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 proceedsInvestment BankGoldman Sachs Opens Office in KuwaitNews TeamTuesday, 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 EastInvestment BankEFG Hermes concludes advisory on Premium International for Credit Services 10th Securitization Issuance Worth EGP224mlnNews TeamFriday, September 26, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50386/efg-hermes-concludes-advisory-on-premium-international-for-credit-services-10th-securitization-issuance-worth-egp224mln
This marks the tenth issuance since Premium’s inception and the fourth under the seventh securitization programInvestment BankEFG Hermes KSA Completes Advisory on the IPO of Jamjoom Fashion the Company behind the Nayomi and Mihyar brands on NomuNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, September 23, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50362/efg-hermes-ksa-completes-advisory-on-the-ipo-of-jamjoom-fashion-the-company-behind-the-nayomi-and-mihyar-brands-on-nomu
The offering attracted strong participation from a diverse base of high-quality local and international Qualified InvestorsInvestment BankEFG Hermes successfully concludes advisory as listing and financial advisor to Orascom Construction on its listing on ADXNews TeamFriday, September 12, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50305/efg-hermes-successfully-concludes-advisory-as-listing-and-financial-advisor-to-orascom-construction-on-its-listing-on-adx
The trading of Orascom Construction’s shares commenced today on ADX under the ticker “ORAS”Investment BankEFG Hermes concludes advisory on Bedaya Mortgage Finance’s seventh securitization issuance worth EGP1.56blnNews TeamWednesday, September 03, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50263/efg-hermes-concludes-advisory-on-bedaya-mortgage-financeamprsquos-seventh-securitization-issuance-worth-egp156bln
The EGP 1.56 billion issuance marks Bedaya’s seventh since inception and the fifth under Capital for securitization Investment BankSNB Capital reaches a landmark milestone of successfully closing 100 investment banking transaction milestoneNews TeamThursday, August 28, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50232/snb-capital-reaches-a-landmark-milestone-of-successfully-closing-100-investment-banking-transaction-milestone
Among these 100 transactions are some of the most significant deals in the region and internationallyInvestment BankInvestment Banking Surge in the GCC: From Oil to AssetsNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, July 29, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50059/investment-banking-surge-in-the-gcc-from-oil-to-assets
From Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 blueprint to the United Arab Emirates’ digital and green ambitionsInvestment BankEIB, Banque Misr to help Egypt-based SMEs post-COVID-19News Aggregation TeamFriday, July 11, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/49968/eib-banque-misr-to-help-egypt-based-smes-post-covid-19
The EIB financing forms part of the EIB contribution to the Team Europe response to the COVID-19 crisis in the European Union partner countries. Investment BankEBRD invests US $40 mil in Infinity to accelerate renewable energy growth across AfricaNews TeamTuesday, 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 continentPlanet SOSOman Arab Bank drives sustainable growth through innovation and national talentNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, 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 initiativesPlanet SOSMECC to expand scope of recycling projectsNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, 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 areasPlanet SOSSustainable freight can deliver major CO2 cuts across GCC by 2035News Aggregation TeamWednesday, 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 limitedPlanet SOSQatarEnergy ranked among most-valued global energy brandsNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, 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 rankingPlanet SOSEmerge, Emirates Development Bank to collaborate on developing, financing solar projects in UAENews Aggregation TeamFriday, August 08, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50125/emerge-emirates-development-bank-to-collaborate-on-developing-financing-solar-projects-in-uae
Through its tailored financing solutions and strategic support, EDB continues to drive innovationPlanet SOSBoubyan Bank releases 2024 Annual Sustainability ReportNews TeamTuesday, August 05, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50101/boubyan-bank-releases-2024-annual-sustainability-report
Strategic steps to reinforce Governance and Strengthen ESG PrinciplesPlanet SOSCrédit Agricole Egypt and Infinity join forces to accelerate transition to solar energyNews TeamThursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50037/crampeacutedit-agricole-egypt-and-infinity-join-forces-to-accelerate-transition-to-solar-energy
Through this partnership, Infinity’s customers will have access to Crédit Agricole Egypt’s solar loanPlanet SOSQatar-based GAB becomes the first accreditation body from the MENA region to sign APAC's MRA for GHG AccreditationNews TeamMonday, June 23, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/49872/qatar-based-gab-becomes-the-first-accreditation-body-from-the-mena-region-to-sign-apacamp039s-mra-for-ghg-accreditation
Positions GAB as a key enabler in the MENA region for climate accountability and sustainability practices aligned with international standardsPlanet SOSNBK wins best bank for sustainable finance in Kuwait by Global FinanceNews TeamThursday, June 12, 2025 1:00 am
http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/49818/nbk-wins-best-bank-for-sustainable-finance-in-kuwait-by-global-finance
Affirming its ESG leadership in Kuwait’s banking sectorPlanet SOS