Managers of Wealth - Middle East http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:06:35 BST part of MediaG8way Group http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/ http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Middle East KohanaPHP KPMG signals confidence in the region with new partner appointments News Aggregation Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51434/kpmg-signals-confidence-in-the-region-with-new-partner-appointments Welcoming Mac and Lamyaa as partners is a clear statement of KPMG’s commitment to the region On the Move Madbouly appoints Omar Radwan as EGX Chairman for 1 year News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 23, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51418/madbouly-appoints-omar-radwan-as-egx-chairman-for-1-year Sadek succeeds Islam Abdel Azim Azzam, who was appointed as Chairman of the EGX in August 2025. On the Move Saudi Arabia Business Tycoon Abudawood to join Merit Incentives Group as a Chairman of the Board News Team Tuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51404/saudi-arabia-business-tycoon-abudawood-to-join-merit-incentives-group-as-a-chairman-of-the-board Mr. Abudawood is a distinguished business leader with a career spanning more than three decades across trading, manufacturing, distribution, and international joint ventures On the Move Partners Group announces appointment of Abdullah Alshamlan as Head of Kuwait News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51399/partners-group-announces-appointment-of-abdullah-alshamlan-as-head-of-kuwait The appointment follows the firm’s recent announcement regarding its office opening in Kuwait On the Move Conyers Welcomes Middle East Specialist David Holloway News Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51383/conyers-welcomes-middle-east-specialist-david-holloway In addition to his work as legal counsel, David is regularly appointed as an arbitrator and sits on the panels of several leading international arbitral institutions in the Middle East and Asia. On the Move Al Baraka Islamic Bank elects new board, chairman News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51361/al-baraka-islamic-bank-elects-new-board-chairman The bank also extends its sincere thanks and appreciation to Sabah Al Moayyed for her valuable efforts and contributions during her tenure as Chairperson of the Board. On the Move 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 Syrian-Algerian talks focus on stronger financial and banking cooperation News Aggregation Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51432/syrian-algerian-talks-focus-on-stronger-financial-and-banking-cooperation Husrieh reaffirmed the Central Bank’s commitment to strengthening communication channels with Algerian financial institutions. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Financial Audit Authority in Dubai awards RTA the highest rating in corporate governance and internal audit evaluation News Team Friday, April 24, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51420/financial-audit-authority-in-dubai-awards-rta-the-highest-rating-in-corporate-governance-and-internal-audit-evaluation Which forms part of the corporate governance framework covering entities subject to its oversight Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Bermuda signs amendment to Bahrain tax agreement News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 23, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51415/bermuda-signs-amendment-to-bahrain-tax-agreement Mr Burt said as more Bermuda businesses look to expand operations in the GCC, Bahrain remains a key gateway. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance New strategic partnership in the Arab States region to enhance access to green finance for small and medium-sized enterprises News Team Thursday, April 23, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51417/new-strategic-partnership-in-the-arab-states-region-to-enhance-access-to-green-finance-for-small-and-medium-sized-enterprises This partnership will unlock capital for green small and medium-sized enterprises Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance UAE Central Bank Updates Guidance on Anti-Money Laundering and More: Compliance Takeaways News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 22, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51411/uae-central-bank-updates-guidance-on-anti-money-laundering-and-more-compliance-takeaways The update, released on April 16, 2026, forms part of the UAE’s broader effort to align its financial system Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Turkey’s central bank may need extra rate hike, Citi says before policy decision News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 22, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51412/turkeyamprsquos-central-bank-may-need-extra-rate-hike-citi-says-before-policy-decision The rate call is due on Wednesday, when the central bank’s Monetary Policy Committee is scheduled to meet for its third policy decision of the year. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Dubai South signs MoU with Emirates NBD to support business community News Team Wednesday, April 22, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51413/dubai-south-signs-mou-with-emirates-nbd-to-support-business-community The MoU was signed by Saif Al-Ali, Director of Licensing and Free Zone Management at Dubai Aviation City Corporation, and Hamad Mohamed Zayed, Group Head of Business Banking at Emirates NBD Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance UAE warns of shift to yuan amid dollar shortages News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51402/uae-warns-of-shift-to-yuan-amid-dollar-shortages UAE Central Bank Governor Khaled Mohamed Balama raised the idea of establishing a currency-swap line during meetings in Washington last week Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Mashreq hold open dialogue with 82 private sector representatives to support their financial resilience News Team Tuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51405/dubai-chamber-of-commerce-and-mashreq-hold-open-dialogue-with-82-private-sector-representatives-to-support-their-financial-resilience Session forms part of a series of events designed to address the private sector’s financial priorities amid evolving economic conditions Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Bahrain, Bermuda sign protocol amending double taxation agreement News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51393/bahrain-bermuda-sign-protocol-amending-double-taxation-agreement The protocol was signed on behalf of Bahrain by the Minister of Finance and National Economy, and on behalf of Bermuda by the Premier. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Gulf Bank renews its strategic collaboration with Mastercard News Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51431/gulf-bank-renews-its-strategic-collaboration-with-mastercard To enhance customer experience and expand digital banking solutions Retail Banking Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank posts Q1 profit of $910mln, beats estimates News Aggregation Team Friday, April 24, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51423/abu-dhabi-commercial-bank-posts-q1-profit-of-910mln-beats-estimates Total net interest and Islamic financing income grew 10% year-on-year to AED 3.74 billion Retail Banking Bahrain Development Bank Secures Triple Triumph at Global Banking & Finance Review Awards 2026 News Team Friday, April 24, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51424/bahrain-development-bank-secures-triple-triumph-at-global-banking-ampamp-finance-review-awards-2026 This exceptional accomplishment underscores the bank’s leadership in sustainability, innovation, and SME empowerment within the Kingdom of Bahrain. Retail Banking ADCB posts record Q1 profit as loan growth, diversification drive earnings News Aggregation Team Friday, April 24, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51425/adcb-posts-record-q1-profit-as-loan-growth-diversification-drive-earnings Operating income increased 18% to Dh5.93 billion, driven by a sharp rise in non-interest income Retail Banking NBK reports net profit of KD 135.5mln in 1Q2026 News Team Friday, April 24, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51428/nbk-reports-net-profit-of-kd-1355mln-in-1q2026 with Year-on-Year Growth of 1.0 % Retail Banking United Arab Bank posts Dh75 million net profit for Q1 News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 23, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51419/united-arab-bank-posts-dh75-million-net-profit-for-q1 Total assets stood at Dh26.9 billion at the end of March, up 15% year on year. Loans, advances and Islamic financing increased 21% to Dh15.1 billion Retail Banking UAE launches digital platform to track essential goods prices News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51394/uae-launches-digital-platform-to-track-essential-goods-prices Ministry aims to boost transparency, consumer awareness Retail Banking Africa’s corporate banking push hits integration headaches News Aggregation Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51386/africaamprsquos-corporate-banking-push-hits-integration-headaches Africa’s banks have made significant strides in rolling out sophisticated digital platforms for corporate clients. Retail Banking NBB announces 3-month financing and credit cards deferral options News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51379/nbb-announces-3-month-financing-and-credit-cards-deferral-options The deferral applies to Personal Finance, Mortgage Finance and Auto Finance instalments Retail Banking ABHI partners with GCC Exchange to enable instant wage access and seamless remittances across the UAE News Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51381/abhi-partners-with-gcc-exchange-to-enable-instant-wage-access-and-seamless-remittances-across-the-uae This collaboration is designed to enable UAE-based workers with real-time access to their earned wages, alongside efficient and reliable cross-border remittance services Retail Banking Markaz Report: GCC Fixed Income market sees $55.04bln in primary issuances during Q1 2026, representing a 5.64% increase News Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51433/markaz-report-gcc-fixed-income-market-sees-5504bln-in-primary-issuances-during-q1-2026-representing-a-564-increase Kuwaiti issuances recorded a 41% increase when compared to the same quarter last year, to a total value of USD 1.98 billion through 3 issuances Alternative Investments Al Salam Bank sells its stake in Gulf African Bank News Aggregation Team Friday, April 24, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51426/al-salam-bank-sells-its-stake-in-gulf-african-bank Al Salam Bank reported record profitability for the fiscal year ending 31 December 2025 Alternative Investments ADX adds FAB as General Clearing Member News Aggregation Team Friday, April 24, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51427/adx-adds-fab-as-general-clearing-member FAB joins a growing network of GCMs strengthening ADX’s clearing framework and enhancing access to Abu Dhabi’s capital markets Alternative Investments Allianz Trade expects the Middle East conflict to lead to +15,000 global business insolvencies over 2026-2027 News Team Wednesday, April 22, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51414/allianz-trade-expects-the-middle-east-conflict-to-lead-to-15000-global-business-insolvencies-over-2026-2027 Global business insolvencies should rise by +6% in 2026. While a moderate decline was expected in 2027, they should eventually stabilize at high levels Alternative Investments NBB joins forces with BLME to provide UK property loans News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51392/nbb-joins-forces-with-blme-to-provide-uk-property-loans A shariah-compliant bank based in London, BLME focuses on key business areas such as wealth management solutions, real estate finance and savings products Alternative Investments Kuwait-based OJO Group’s ARC Advisory strengthens regional footprint through strategic collaboration with Sarat Investments Holdings News Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51396/kuwait-based-ojo-groupamprsquos-arc-advisory-strengthens-regional-footprint-through-strategic-collaboration-with-sarat-investments-holdings $350 million in live projects underway across Saudi Arabia, expected to conclude by end of 2026 Alternative Investments Saudi Arabia backs stronger global action on illicit finance: SAMA governor News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51398/saudi-arabia-backs-stronger-global-action-on-illicit-finance-sama-governor His remarks echo the ministerial consensus that illicit finance undermines economic growth, security, and institutional integrity. Alternative Investments MENA ECM deals plunge 91% in Q1 amid weak deal flow - LSEG News Aggregation Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51384/mena-ecm-deals-plunge-91-in-q1-amid-weak-deal-flow-lseg The number of deals dropped 69% YoY, with only five transactions completed during the first three months of the year Alternative Investments Qatar’s banking assets touch QR2.17tn in February: QNBFS News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51376/qataramprsquos-banking-assets-touch-qr217tn-in-february-qnbfs The banks' loan book remained flat at QR1.46tn, while deposits were up 1.6% to QR1.06tn in February 2026. Alternative Investments Saudi PIF assets surge six-fold to $900bln News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51378/saudi-pif-assets-surge-six-fold-to-900bln Strong asset growth over 10-year period driven by significant domestic investments Alternative Investments The Private Standard rebrands to reflect expanded focus on private offices News Team Tuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51407/the-private-standard-rebrands-to-reflect-expanded-focus-on-private-offices Specialist UHNW recruitment firm broadens its remit across private households and private office roles as demand for discreet, tailored hiring continues to grow Wealth & Asset Management 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 Kiwe secures final CBE approval to launch social-centric fintech platform News Aggregation Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51430/kiwe-secures-final-cbe-approval-to-launch-social-centric-fintech-platform Recognizing that money is not only spent but also shared and experienced collectively, the platform introduces Egypt’s first social money features. FinTech UAE bans banks from using WhatsApp for customer services News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 23, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51416/uae-bans-banks-from-using-whatsapp-for-customer-services The reason explained FinTech KPMG report highlights eight critical cybersecurity priorities shaping 2026 News Team Thursday, April 23, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51421/kpmg-report-highlights-eight-critical-cybersecurity-priorities-shaping-2026 According to KPMG’s latest global report, Cybersecurity Considerations 2026, cyber risk is no longer a technical issue confined to IT teams FinTech The Family Office launches Wealth Mermaid, a pioneering AI wealth assistant News Team Tuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51400/the-family-office-launches-wealth-mermaid-a-pioneering-ai-wealth-assistant The tool uses voice-enabled technology to deliver real-time portfolio information to private market investors in English and Arabic, turning complex portfolio data into simplified and accessible format FinTech United Arab Bank Accelerates Digital Evolution with New Corporate Banking Suite News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51401/united-arab-bank-accelerates-digital-evolution-with-new-corporate-banking-suite This initiative marks a key milestone in UAB’s digital transformation journey FinTech Egypt promotes fintech, investment opportunities during IMF/WBG Spring Meetings News Aggregation Team Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51395/egypt-promotes-fintech-investment-opportunities-during-imfwbg-spring-meetings This is alongside reviewing Egypt’s strategy to increase foreign direct investments FinTech UAE strengthens its AI media ecosystem as Galaxy Corporation launches operations in the country News Team Friday, April 17, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51387/uae-strengthens-its-ai-media-ecosystem-as-galaxy-corporation-launches-operations-in-the-country Backed by engagement with the National Media Authority, the move underscores the UAE’s growing role in shaping the future of AI-powered media and entertainment FinTech AI-led compliance demand rises in MENA as azakaw named IDC innovator News Team Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51380/ai-led-compliance-demand-rises-in-mena-as-azakaw-named-idc-innovator The report comes at a time when compliance in the region is being reshaped by expanding regulatory frameworks and the growing role of artificial intelligence in financial oversight FinTech 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 JSC approves JD10m Islamic sukuk issuance News Aggregation Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51435/jsc-approves-jd10m-islamic-sukuk-issuance It also aligns with the company’s broader plan to issue multiple tranches totalling JD100 million. Islamic Finance Al Baraka Islamic Bank launches alBarakat 2026 scheme News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51372/al-baraka-islamic-bank-launches-albarakat-2026-scheme With a fresh identity and unveils the enhanced alBarakat Plus account Islamic Finance Sharjah Islamic Bank posts 19.4% profit growth in Q1 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51360/sharjah-islamic-bank-posts-194-profit-growth-in-q1 Strong financing income and diversified revenue streams lift net profit to Dh381 million Islamic Finance 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 How the Middle East war is boosting family offices, private banking in Hong Kong and Asia News Aggregation Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51429/how-the-middle-east-war-is-boosting-family-offices-private-banking-in-hong-kong-and-asia Conflict prompts rich investors to diversify, boosting Hong Kong’s role as a hub for family offices and private banking Research, Comment and Analysis Qatar: Real estate trading volume exceeds $127.7mln in one week News Aggregation Team Friday, April 24, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51422/qatar-real-estate-trading-volume-exceeds-1277mln-in-one-week Sales were concentrated in the municipalities of Al Rayyan, Doha, Al Wakrah, Al Daayen, Umm Salal, Al Khor, Al Dhakhira, and Al Shamal Research, Comment and Analysis Dubai millionaires: Indians, Pakistanis, Saudis lead foreign-born wealthy list News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 22, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51408/dubai-millionaires-indians-pakistanis-saudis-lead-foreign-born-wealthy-list New research by Altrata and Arton Capital shows that Dubai's wealthy population is younger and more diverse than global averages, with many having built self-made fortunes Research, Comment and Analysis Markets swing between rallies and sell-offs as Middle East talks remain uncertain News Team Tuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51403/markets-swing-between-rallies-and-sell-offs-as-middle-east-talks-remain-uncertain The willingness of both sides to negotiate suggests there are limited alternatives to eventually reaching an agreement. Research, Comment and Analysis Are markets looking beyond the Middle East conflict? News Team Tuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51406/are-markets-looking-beyond-the-middle-east-conflict Cheaper valuations, despite solid company earnings, suggest forward-looking equity markets have already accounted for conflict risks. Research, Comment and Analysis IMF cuts MENA growth forecast to 1.1% on Iran war News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51370/imf-cuts-mena-growth-forecast-to-11-on-iran-war Lender warns Mideast war driving up financial stability risks Research, Comment and Analysis 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 Oman opens Angola-based investment bank to deepen Africa trade links News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 22, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51410/oman-opens-angola-based-investment-bank-to-deepen-africa-trade-links Oman has launched a new corporate investment bank in Angola as part of efforts to deepen its financial presence in Africa and strengthen trade links with emerging markets. Investment Bank 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 FAB unveils net zero transition plan in 2026 transition pathways update News Team Wednesday, April 22, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51409/fab-unveils-net-zero-transition-plan-in-2026-transition-pathways-update Report highlights progress on operational and financed emissions, with AED 114.4bn mobilised in 2025 and continued momentum toward 2030 sustainable finance target Planet SOS 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