10/07/2019
Will Gulf states buy Lebanon’s Eurobond?
Beirut is bracing for a heavy schedule of upcoming debt repayments, with billions due in November
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10/07/2019
Abu Dhabi issues $10.0bln multi-tranche bonds, demonstrating strong investor confidence
Abu Dhabi has issued $3bln in five-year bonds, $3bln in 10-year and $4bln in 30-year
10/07/2019
Dubai Crown Prince Opens GITEX Technology Week 2019
The exhibition sector in Dubai has developed considerably over the years from a platform for the launch of new products to a stage for innovation, opportunities and exchange of ideas and expertise.
10/07/2019
Franchise economy to become the fastest-growing non-oil sector in the Middle East
Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce to host seventh edition of International Franchise Exhibition, 22-23 October 2019
10/07/2019
Dubai eyes more investment amid slower economic growth
Dubai's strengths as a logistics hub and open market also make it vulnerable to global economic cycles
10/06/2019
Experts Talk: GCC Trade Finance Trends and Insights
The advent of digitization in trade finance, which is gradually being adopted by the industry, has created the potential to eliminate frictions and bring greater transparency.
10/04/2019
Chinese Fidu Properties plans big UAE expansion
The company plans to further expand its footprint in Dubai with a third office opening soon
10/04/2019
Saudi Arabia lures $234bln FDI in Q2 2019
Overall foreign investments in the oil-rich kingdom reached $449.33bln in Q2 2019
10/03/2019
Egypt's investment allure tarnished as protests challenge reforms
Investors are wary of the risk of fiscal slippage through the reversal of subsidy reforms or raising spending on public sector wages or cash transfers
10/03/2019
Dubai's real estate committee should regulate 'unfair' competition, says Farhad Azizi
Azizi Developments CEO Farhad Azizi said that he believes government-backed developers should focus on rental income
10/03/2019
BECO Capital to invest $100m in Middle East tech startups
Firm has previously invested in the likes of Careem
10/03/2019
Alkhabeer Waqf Fund I units offering begins
The fund will provide a sustainable source of income to financially support many of Majid Society’s programs and initiatives
10/02/2019
Saudi Aramco approaches Asian state oil producers ahead of IPO
Deliberations are at a preliminary stage and Saudi Aramco has not yet received any firm commitments; the funds could decide against buying into the offering.
10/02/2019
Turkey’s wealth fund borrows to rescue companies
The fund, called officially the Turkey Wealth Fund, was established with much fanfare in August 2016 as a body attached to the now-defunct prime minister’s office.
10/02/2019
Why the Chinese are flocking to Dubai to buy houses
Property buyers from China are shifting interest from key markets and eyeing Dubai more than ever before
10/02/2019
Oman Aviation picks JPMorgan, Bank Muscat for $3bn loan
The people asked not to be identified because the information is private.
10/02/2019
Assets under management at Abu Dhabi Global Market hit $25bln: Chairman
Abu Dhabi's international financial centre grows by more than five-fold compared to $4.2bln in 2017
10/01/2019
QIC participates in Doha Women Forum 2019
As a firm believer of women empowerment, Qatar Insurance conducts regular due diligence assessments of the recruitment practices to ensure equal opportunities to women for employment.
10/01/2019
Tamakkan set to empower youth in career development
The campaign will last for one month and cover leading institutions.
10/01/2019
Capital investments jump 72% in H1, says QFC chief
Al-Jaida said that despite the blockade, Qatar attracted over $1.5bn worth of capital investments from 22 countries resulting in more than 60 projects.