Managers of Wealth - Middle East http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/ Mon, 11 May 2026 13:16:18 BST part of MediaG8way Group http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/ http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Middle East KohanaPHP Muzinich & Co. appoints Shailaja Krishnamurthy to strengthen Middle East presence News Team Thursday, May 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51478/muzinich-ampamp-co-appoints-shailaja-krishnamurthy-to-strengthen-middle-east-presence Shailaja will be based in the Firm’s Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) office On the Move Rothschild & Co continues to grow its Wealth Management business in Israel with appointment of Senior Client Adviser News Team Thursday, May 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51487/rothschild-ampamp-co-continues-to-grow-its-wealth-management-business-in-israel-with-appointment-of-senior-client-adviser In that role, he managed a portfolio of 200 high-value clients, delivering tailored banking and investment solutions and working closely with compliance teams to develop risk-mitigation frameworks aligned with client needs. On the Move Ogier strengthens funds capability in Dubai by promoting Dominic Athwal to partner News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51479/ogier-strengthens-funds-capability-in-dubai-by-promoting-dominic-athwal-to-partner Dominic's promotion reflects his significant contribution to Ogier On the Move Alvarez & Marsal strengthens Middle East Turnaround and Restructuring practice with senior appointment News Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51477/alvarez-ampamp-marsal-strengthens-middle-east-turnaround-and-restructuring-practice-with-senior-appointment Neil Hayward joins as Managing Director to lead Turnaround and Restructuring in the Middle East On the Move Citi announces Senior Leadership to boost Global franchise News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51462/citi-announces-senior-leadership-to-boost-global-franchise The appointments reinforce Citi’s strategy to serve clients’ cross border needs through local expertise, global connectivity, and strong risk and controls. On the Move Knight Frank appoints Ahmed Moustafa to lead Project & Development Services across Egypt and Africa News Team Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51439/knight-frank-appoints-ahmed-moustafa-to-lead-project-ampamp-development-services-across-egypt-and-africa The appointment reflects growing demand for project management and delivery expertise in Egypt and across Africa, particularly across hospitality, mixed-use and workplace developments On the Move Ooredoo Palestine Appoints Dr. Firas Melhem as Chairman of its Board of Directors News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51444/ooredoo-palestine-appoints-dr-firas-melhem-as-chairman-of-its-board-of-directors He currently serves as the General Director of the Palestinian Economic Policy Research Institute (MAS), and has previously held the position of Governor of the Palestinian Monetary Authority. On the Move 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 Social Affairs Minister explores cooperation with World Bank News Aggregation Team Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51496/social-affairs-minister-explores-cooperation-with-world-bank She said the discussions included programs related to the Public Authority for Disability Affairs and the Supreme Council for Family Affairs. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Bahrain: BBK and Eskan Bank sign GLDP agreement News Aggregation Team Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51499/bahrain-bbk-and-eskan-bank-sign-gldp-agreement The initiative builds on joint efforts to advance Bahrain’s housing sector Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Erdogan’s Proposal Risks Deepening Turkey’s Role in Illicit Finance Networks News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51492/erdoganamprsquos-proposal-risks-deepening-turkeyamprsquos-role-in-illicit-finance-networks A 20-Year Foreign-Income Tax Exemption Could Deepen Turkey’s Exposure to Money Laundering, Sanctions Evasion, and Organized Crime Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Reem Finance transitions to Reem Bank after UAE licence approval News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51493/reem-finance-transitions-to-reem-bank-after-uae-licence-approval The bank has also introduced a fully digital credit process and a framework that incorporates community feedback into product development. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance UAE launches instant bank account service for tourists News Aggregation Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51466/uae-launches-instant-bank-account-service-for-tourists New CBUAE, ICP, ADCB service allows tourists to open bank accounts digitally on arrival Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Turkey’s central bank flags rising inflation uncertainty News Aggregation Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51467/turkeyamprsquos-central-bank-flags-rising-inflation-uncertainty The bank stated it is closely monitoring how developments and domestic energy prices affect the inflation outlook through the cost channel and economic activity. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Central Bank of Jordan Decides to Hold Interest Rates Steady News Aggregation Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51470/central-bank-of-jordan-decides-to-hold-interest-rates-steady The committee reaffirmed the Central Bank’s continued close monitoring of global and regional economic developments, and its readiness to take proactive measures to strengthen the resilience of the national economy. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Dubai updates two-year residency visa rule for property investors News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51456/dubai-updates-two-year-residency-visa-rule-for-property-investors The property-linked residency permit removed the minimum property value requirement for sole owners and relaxed conditions for jointly owned properties Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Bahrain central bank leaves overnight rate unchanged at 4.25% News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51459/bahrain-central-bank-leaves-overnight-rate-unchanged-at-425 This decision comes as part of the review conducted by the CBB to maintain monetary and financial stability in the Kingdom of Bahrain Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Baker McKenzie Cairo Advises Marakez on EGP 5.5 Billion Financing Agreement with QNB Egypt News Team Wednesday, April 29, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51448/baker-mckenzie-cairo-advises-marakez-on-egp-55-billion-financing-agreement-with-qnb-egypt The transaction supports Marakez’s ongoing growth strategy, strengthening its capital structure and supporting the timely delivery of large‑scale, high‑quality real estate projects aligned with Egypt’s urban development agenda. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance Burgan Bank reports its financial results for first quarter of 2026 News Aggregation Team Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51498/burgan-bank-reports-its-financial-results-for-first-quarter-of-2026 Navigating challenging operating environment through disciplined execution, prudent risk management Retail Banking HSBC appointed International Primary Dealer in Saudi Arabia News Aggregation Team Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51501/hsbc-appointed-international-primary-dealer-in-saudi-arabia International primary dealers are key conduits in facilitating foreign debt investors access to Saudi Arabia’s government debt market Retail Banking Bank of Sharjah delivers record performance with net profit of Dh151 million News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51488/bank-of-sharjah-delivers-record-performance-with-net-profit-of-dh151-million Assets, loans and deposits post double-digit gains amid disciplined cost control Retail Banking Al Sayegh wins Cadillac EV in NBB credit card campaign News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51490/al-sayegh-wins-cadillac-ev-in-nbb-credit-card-campaign This campaign was developed to encourage our clients to use their cards, engage with our Points programme Retail Banking Crédit Agricole Egypt strengthens customer experience with the introduction of new savings certificates News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51482/crampeacutedit-agricole-egypt-strengthens-customer-experience-with-the-introduction-of-new-savings-certificates Offering up to 18.5% returns Retail Banking Syria allows banks to use Visa and Mastercard in major payment shift News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51484/syria-allows-banks-to-use-visa-and-mastercard-in-major-payment-shift Syrian banks and firms will now be able to work with global payment systems like Visa and Mastercard, following an announcement by the Central Bank. Retail Banking Jordan Kuwait Bank announces strong 2025 results and signals new growth phase to strengthen role as gateway for investment in the Levant News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51485/jordan-kuwait-bank-announces-strong-2025-results-and-signals-new-growth-phase-to-strengthen-role-as-gateway-for-investment-in-the-levant The Bank’s credit portfolio expanded to JOD 2.09 billion (US$2.95 billion), consistent with JKB’s prudent and disciplined growth strategy. Retail Banking Bahrain: Al Salam Bank signs agreement to provide finance for residential units News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51472/bahrain-al-salam-bank-signs-agreement-to-provide-finance-for-residential-units This collaboration comes in line with the ongoing national efforts led by the ministry to develop the housing ecosystem in Bahrain Retail Banking Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed meets Group CEO of HSBC News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51473/khaled-bin-mohamed-bin-zayed-meets-group-ceo-of-hsbc The meeting explored prospects and avenues for collaboration in the banking and financial services sector Retail Banking BankDhofar joins hands with Riyada to support entrepreneurship News Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51458/bankdhofar-joins-hands-with-riyada-to-support-entrepreneurship This aligns with Oman’s vision to diversify income sources and increase the sector’s contribution to Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Retail Banking Global banking sector suffers under inflation pressure, say experts News Aggregation Team Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51495/global-banking-sector-suffers-under-inflation-pressure-say-experts As these conditions persist, central banks find themselves compelled to maintain tight monetary policies, which in turn impacts the cost of funding and asset quality within the banking sector. Alternative Investments Emirates Group announces record profit despite regional conflict News Aggregation Team Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51497/emirates-group-announces-record-profit-despite-regional-conflict For the financial year ended March 31, 2026, the Emirates Group reported record profit before tax of Dh24.4 billion, up 7 per cent from last year. Alternative Investments Saudi insurers show mixed performance in Q1 earnings News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51491/saudi-insurers-show-mixed-performance-in-q1-earnings The insurance index in the Kingdom’s stock exchange Alternative Investments Saudi Arabia’s non-oil revenues rise 2% to $30.9bn in Q1 — budget report News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51481/saudi-arabiaamprsquos-non-oil-revenues-rise-2-to-309bn-in-q1-ampmdash-budget-report Total expenditure in the first quarter of 2026 reached approximately SR387 billion Alternative Investments Dubai records highest-ever monthly off-plan office sales in April at AED 3bln News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51483/dubai-records-highest-ever-monthly-off-plan-office-sales-in-april-at-aed-3bln Four-month total exceeds full-year 2025 by 104% Alternative Investments London-listed Man Group joins wave of global asset managers to set up office in Abu Dhabi News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51486/london-listed-man-group-joins-wave-of-global-asset-managers-to-set-up-office-in-abu-dhabi The alternative investment firm is looking to establish a Middle East hub in the emirate Alternative Investments Abu Dhabi’s Reem Finance gets digital bank license News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51474/abu-dhabiamprsquos-reem-finance-gets-digital-bank-license Reem Bank is part of Judan Financial Holding Alternative Investments Capital Group announces plans to open first office in the Middle East News Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51476/capital-group-announces-plans-to-open-first-office-in-the-middle-east The new Abu Dhabi presence will include investment, operational, and client-facing capabilities, reinforcing Capital Group’s long-term commitment to clients and the region Alternative Investments Apex Group and Truleum Venture Partners announce DFSA-Regulated Tokenized Fund Launch in DIFC News Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51464/apex-group-and-truleum-venture-partners-announce-dfsa-regulated-tokenized-fund-launch-in-difc Truleum Fund I LP has been designed to combine institutional-grade governance standards with digital issuance architecture. Alternative Investments Saudi EXIM Bank signs reinsurance agreement with its US counterpart News Aggregation Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51465/saudi-exim-bank-signs-reinsurance-agreement-with-its-us-counterpart The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the 92nd annual conference of the Export-Import Bank of the US, held in Washington from April 29 to 30. Alternative Investments Burgan Bank wins ‘Best for High-Net-Worth’ award News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51471/burgan-bank-wins-amplsquobest-for-high-net-worthamprsquo-award The recognition reflects Burgan Bank’s deliberate strategy to deepen existing client relationships, strengthen wallet share, and broaden access to tailored investment opportunities across traditional and alternative asset classes. Wealth & Asset Management Top wealth planning strategies for high-net-worth individuals in 2026 News Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51454/top-wealth-planning-strategies-for-high-net-worth-individuals-in-2026 With new tax regulations such as the removal of the non-domicile tax regime and changes to IHT and CGT, minimising tax liabilities by employing the most tax-efficient and compliant solutions is essential for HNWIs. Wealth & Asset Management EHRDC and DIFC launch programme to qualify Emirati talent in wealth management and financial technology News Team Wednesday, April 29, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51446/ehrdc-and-difc-launch-programme-to-qualify-emirati-talent-in-wealth-management-and-financial-technology DIFC plays a central role in programme design, ecosystem enablement and industry placement across private banking, wealth management and FinTech Wealth & Asset Management OKX, BlackRock and Standard Chartered launch joint framework to establish new utility for tokenized real-world assets News Team Wednesday, April 29, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51447/okx-blackrock-and-standard-chartered-launch-joint-framework-to-establish-new-utility-for-tokenized-real-world-assets Through this joint framework OKX VIP and institutional clients can post BUIDL as collateral held off-exchange in regulated custody at Standard Chartered, while trading seamlessly on OKX Middle East, eliminating the need to move assets between venues. Wealth & Asset Management WELF sets up DFSA-regulated wealth advisory business News Aggregation Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51437/welf-sets-up-dfsa-regulated-wealth-advisory-business The company is permitted to manage assets, arrange investments, provide advice on financial products, among others. Wealth & Asset Management 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 Ripple opens regional HQ in the UAE News Aggregation Team Friday, May 01, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51463/ripple-opens-regional-hq-in-the-uae Since then, the company has grown its presence, with the Middle East now representing a significant share of Ripple's global customer base. FinTech The Fintech Landscape of the Middle East: Kuwait in 2026 News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51457/the-fintech-landscape-of-the-middle-east-kuwait-in-2026 This is anchored in regulatory oversight, infrastructure investment and a growing appetite for innovation. FinTech SAMA grants two new consumer finance licenses News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 30, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51461/sama-grants-two-new-consumer-finance-licenses Fintech companies operating in Saudi Arabia reached 261 firms by the end of 2024 FinTech 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 Oman: Meethaq Islamic Banking tops $5.1bln in assets News Aggregation Team Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51500/oman-meethaq-islamic-banking-tops-51bln-in-assets The fund aims to achieve capital growth and sustainable returns by investing in Sharia-compliant equities across regional markets Islamic Finance KFH – Bahrain wins “Best Islamic Financial Institution” and “Best Bank in Bahrain” for 2026 from Global Finance News Team Thursday, May 07, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51489/kfh-ampndash-bahrain-wins-ampldquobest-islamic-financial-institutionamprdquo-and-ampldquobest-bank-in-bahrainamprdquo-for-2026-from-global-finance These awards reflect the Bank’s firm commitment to institutional excellence and the delivery of best-in-class banking practices Islamic Finance Abu Dhabi Family Business Council Signs MOU with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank to Deliver Tailored Banking Solutions for High-Net-Worth Individuals News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51480/abu-dhabi-family-business-council-signs-mou-with-abu-dhabi-islamic-bank-to-deliver-tailored-banking-solutions-for-high-net-worth-individuals ADIB will also develop a dedicated electronic portal on its official website exclusively for ADFBC members, built in full coordination with the Council. Islamic Finance Emirates Islamic launches Sharia-compliant digital gold and silver investment News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51442/emirates-islamic-launches-sharia-compliant-digital-gold-and-silver-investment New app-based service allows customers to buy, sell and store precious metals Islamic Finance 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 Middle Eastern banks tap China growth by beefing up presence in Hong Kong News Aggregation Team Monday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51494/middle-eastern-banks-tap-china-growth-by-beefing-up-presence-in-hong-kong Gulf lenders have been expanding outside of their home turfs in the Middle East and beyond in recent years Research, Comment and Analysis UAE announces major cashless change for tourists – here’s what it means News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51475/uae-announces-major-cashless-change-for-tourists-ampndash-hereamprsquos-what-it-means Will this change your plans? Research, Comment and Analysis 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 Nassef Sawiris closes London family office as UK tax changes drive wealth exits News Aggregation Team Monday, April 27, 2026 1:00 am http://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51436/nassef-sawiris-closes-london-family-office-as-uk-tax-changes-drive-wealth-exits Filings show that NNS Group has submitted a final notice to wind down its London entity by the end of this month 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 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