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Retail Banking

Al Baraka Group hosts its 2nd Annual Group Compliance Meeting to strengthen global compliance culture

December 22, 2025

Al Baraka Group  successfully concluded its 2nd Annual Group Compliance Meeting at its Egypt headquarters on 30 November – 1…

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Regulation, Risk & Compliance

Saudi Arabia tops Arab countries in World Bank’s Statistical Performance Indicator 2024

December 22, 2025

Saudi Arabia, represented by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT), achieved a new milestone by continuing its advancement in the…

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Regulation, Risk & Compliance

Egypt jumps 47 places in World Bank’s Digital Government Index, ranks 22nd globally

December 22, 2025

Egypt has climbed 47 places in the World Bank’s 2025 Digital Government Maturity Index, ranking 22nd globally and consolidating its…

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Retail Banking

Gulf Bank advances legacy of excellence with transformational milestones in 2025

December 22, 2025

In a year rich with challenges and opportunities, Gulf Bank successfully reinforced its leadership position within Kuwait’s banking sector through…

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Awards and Recognition

NBK Wealth named the “Best Private Bank in Kuwait” 2025 by The Banker

December 22, 2025

The award underscores the Group’s exceptional performance and commitment to delivering innovative wealth management solutions   Its strong growth has…

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Comment & Analysis

5 trends reshaping financial inclusion for the UAE workforce in 2026

December 19, 2025

Financial inclusion remains one of the UAE’s most urgent socio-economic priorities as the country continues pushing digital transformation and strengthening…

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Hedge Funds & Alternative Investments

African Development Bank Group and Arab Maghreb Union Strengthen Partnership to Accelerate Regional Integration and Youth Employment

December 19, 2025

The African Development Bank Group and the Arab Maghreb Union have strengthened their partnership to advance regional integration, expand youth…

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Bain & Company: Global M&A rebound and outlook ahead

December 19, 2025

A potent rebound in global M&A is on track to deliver the second-highest total deal value on record in 2025,…

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Retail Banking

Ajman Bank launches digital extension to expand smart, customer-centric banking services

December 19, 2025

The Digital Extension has been designed to provide customers with seamless access to essential banking services through a smart, technology-enabled…

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Uncategorized

JTC is an Official Partner of Burj2Burj 2026

December 19, 2025

JTC has announced that it will be an Official Partner of the 2026 Burj2Burj Half-Marathon in Dubai.   The iconic…

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Uncategorized

UAE wealth tops $3.12tn in 2024 as assets surge, shows BCG report

December 18, 2025

The UAE net wealth climbed to a record $3.12tn in 2024, driven by strong gains in financial wealth and real…

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Executive Moves

HSBC celebrates 20 years in Kuwait, appoints Ahmed Al Murad as CEO

December 18, 2025

HSBC has marked 20 years of doing business in Kuwait and announced the appointment of Ahmed Al Murad as Chief…

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