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Amidst Global Uncertainty, Where Is The Middle East Sovereign Investor Finding Comfort

The longer term implications are less certain with expectations of a gradual return from quantitative easing to quantitative tightening.

Banks Drive UAE Infrastructure Spending

As part of our third Knowledge Series, we explore how corporate banking enabled the growth of modern cities

Rising Middle East tensions, tightening supplies push up oil prices

Saudi Aramco raised July prices for its Arab Light grade to all major regions of Asia, Northwest Europe, and the United States on Sunday.

A wider geopolitical impact: Mideast rift puts investor focus on oil

The four countries banned travel and shipping to and from Qatar, and will expel all Qatari citizens, among other measures.

Qatar plunges as other GCC states cut ties; Saudi rises on MSCI hopes

It was the index's steepest drop since late 2009, during the global financial crisis.

Alkhabeer Capital wins Best Private Equity Company for 2017

Alternative investments asset manager, Alkhabeer Capital, has won Best Private Equity Company 2017 in Saudi Arabia award by the leading industry publication, Banker Middle East, a member of the CPI Financial publishing group.

Top Lebanese bank to launch $1bn infrastructure fund

The initial objective is to reach $1 billion of investments in the short to medium term, over two to three years, remarked FFA Chairman Jean Riachi.

GFH Financial Group pulls back from talks to buy Shuaa Capital

Shares of the two companies had rallied ahead of the announcement on March 14 that the two companies have begun merger talks

Bonds, loans and Sukuks vital component in advancing MENA's economic development, says Qatar Financial Centre Economic Advisor

Sukuk as a niche product delivers a more stable return compared to regular bonds.

Tilad enters UK market with purchase in Hammersmith

The former Coca Cola headquarters comprises over 83,000 sq ft of accommodation and is arguably the most prestigious and contemporary office buildings in Hammersmith.

Why Aramco Investors Should Scrutinize Saudi Rights Record

The Saudi narrative is clear.

Warba bank sponsors ‘bonds, loans and Sukuk Middle East Conference

We also discussed the issues related to Sukuk issuances at regional and global levels.

DSI holding talks with banks on restructuring

Comapny’s comments come after Reuters report on cash flow for debt repayment

Saudi reforms bring tangible improvements in public finance

Fiscal deficit narrows in first quarter, but government spending remains weak

Qatar Development Bank wins prestigious 'Best SME Loan' Award

The development organization also recently launched its Seed Fund investment program, which is the first of its kind in the Gulf region.

Why You Should Invest In Dubai’s Property Sector

Off-plan properties have also started to find more favor among buyers as most developers have secured mortgage lending for their new projects.

Abu Dhabi economy shows signs of recovery

Property is one of the main sectors when it comes to investment in Abu Dhabi, he said, but the emirate is broadening that out into industries such as finance and hospitality.

Northern Trust establishes Branch Office in Abu Dhabi

Northern Trust today announces the continued focus on its business in the United Arab Emirates with the establishment of its branch office in Abu Dhabi Global Market, the international financial centre in Abu Dhabi.

ICBC lists three bond issues in Dubai amid growth in region

The exchange said that the listings "underline the expansion of the bank's activities across the region as well as the growing financial relationship between Dubai and China."

EFG Hermes opens Pakistan office

EFG Hermes, the leading financial services corporation in the Middle East and North Africa, inaugurated its office in Pakistan, making it the first foreign investment bank to directly enter the market and the first foreign broker to have a local footprint

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