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Investment Banking

Al Ahly Pharos closes advisory on Capital Securitization’s $99mln securitization issue

January 3, 2025

Al Ahly Pharos Investment Banking has concluded advisory on Capital Securitization Company’s EGP 5.05 billion non-sovereign securitization issuance, according to…

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Awards and Recognition

National Bank of Egypt Shines with Multiple Wins at the Global Business Review Magazine Awards 2024

January 3, 2025

The National Bank of Egypt has further solidified its position as a leader in the banking industry by winning multiple…

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FinTech

Saudi's Sahm App acquires over one mln users in one year, elevating the trading experience

January 3, 2025

Sahm App, Saudi Arabia’s premier all-in-one online trading platform, proudly announces that it has acquired over one million users in…

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Sovereign wealth

UAE sovereign wealth fund overtakes Saudi Arabia's PIF with $29bn in deals

January 3, 2025

The UAE’s Mubadala was the world’s most active sovereign wealth fund in 2024, deploying $29.2bn in a massive spending spree…

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Comment & Analysis

Robust growth for KPMG as global revenues rise 5.1% to $38.4bln

January 2, 2025

Collective Strategy investments support growth across all functions: Tax & Legal Services up 10%, Audit up 6% and Advisory up…

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Retail Banking

National Bank of Fujairah PJSC augments its capital composition

January 2, 2025

Following the approval of the General Assembly Meeting (“GAM”) held on 26 June 2024 and the Regulatory Authorities, NBF has…

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Executive Moves

Syria's New Rulers Appoint Maysaa Sabrine to Lead Central Bank, Official Says

January 2, 2025

Syria's new rulers have appointed Maysaa Sabrine, formerly a deputy governor of the Syrian central bank, to lead the institution…

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Retail Banking

BankPozitif’s Chairman Dr. Erkan Kork: “Our Economy is Advancing with Steady Steps Towards a Bright Future”

January 2, 2025

Dr. Erkan Kork, Chairman of the Board of Directors of BankPozitif Credit and Development Bank, stated, “Türkiye possesses significant potential…

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Regulation, Risk & Compliance

The Arab Monetary Fund Enhances Capacity Building in December 2024

January 2, 2025

In December 2024, the Arab Monetary Fund  intensifies its efforts to enhance capacity building and professional development across the Arab…

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Comment & Analysis

Public finance of GCC countries witnessed significant financial surplus in 2022, 2023: GCC-Stat

January 2, 2025

The data issued by the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-Stat) indicate…

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Retail Banking

Commercial Bank honoured as ‘Best Bank in CSR’ in Middle East by World Finance

January 2, 2025

Commercial Bank has been recognised with the 'Best Bank for CSR' in the Middle East by World Finance.   The…

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Hedge Funds & Alternative Investments

Sohar international successfully raises OMR130mln growth capital, largest rights issue in 2024

December 31, 2024

 Demonstrating strong Investor confidence, Sohar International has successfully concluded its 2024 rights issue, raising OMR 130 million, further strengthening its…

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