Why Saudi banks are better positioned in 2021 compared to GCC peers
Saudi banks are entering the New Year from a position of advantage with higher loan growth and relatively low impairments…
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MBRIF member JustChain launches world’s first blockchain-based notary platform
JustChain has launched the world’s first blockchain-based notary platform, NotaryChain. This follows the recent approval from the UAE Cabinet…
Saudi Ministry, NEOM gigaproject ink MoU to raise environmental commitment
Saudi Arabia’s $500bn NEOM gigaproject developer, the NEOM Company, has inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the kingdom’s Ministry…
Recovery in Asia to boost Qatar’s exports
The exports from Qatar are expected to rise this year as Asian countries are projected to register strong growth this…
GCC businesses need to pursue Keyman Insurance
Businesses in the Gulf countries need to pursue Keyman Insurance to retain key professionals who make a difference in running…
A Shady Israeli Intel Genius, His Cyber-Spy Van and Million-dollar Deals
“Meet Tal Dilian, one of the oldest hands in the often murky world of cyber surveillance. The ex-Israeli intelligence officer…
Emirates NBD recognised as Best Retail Bank in the UAE
Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Turkey) region has won top international…
GCC bond issuance hits $47.5bln in 11 months
GCC governments issued $47.5 billion in bonds in up to November in 2020, with $35.4 billion during the first half…
E-payment system temporarily down: Dhofar Municipality
Dhofar Municipality has announced the temporary closure of the electronic payment systems on Thursday, 31st December 2020 A statement…
Kushner family business plans $100m bond sale in Israel: Report
The family business of senior White House adviser Jared Kushner has filed paperwork to raise at least $100m by selling…
Abdulrahman Shehab retires from Al Baraka Banking Group after over 14 years of service
Al Baraka Banking Group has announced the retirement of its Executive Vice President – Head of Operations & Administration, Mr.…
GCC bond and sukuk issuances witness gains in 2020
GCC bond and sukuk issuances witnessed year-on-year (y-o-y) gains for the second consecutive year in 2020 and trends for the…