How does updated SCA rulebook impact UAE advice firms?
The regulatory landscape for UAE financial advisers is barrelling into the 21st century. Client outcomes and tighter compliance are on…
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CBDC and stablecoins: Early coexistence on an uncertain road
With the rapid rise in circulation of stablecoins over the past couple of years, central banks have stepped up efforts…
Recovery During a Pandemic
The global economic recovery is continuing, even as the pandemic resurges. The fault lines opened up by COVID-19 are looking…
Strong consumer appetite for digital banks in Saudi Arabia: Boston Consulting Group
More than half of Saudi Arabian consumers would have “no problem” moving banks as financial services competition intensifies amid the…
Inching Towards Normal – But Not Without Risk
• Global equities holding in as bonds feel the pressure. • Investors will need to see downgrades to global growth…
Five priorities for COP26: an investor’s perspective
Key takeaways: Investors need clearer action plans to meet the Paris Agreement goals, including interim emissions targets, policy guidance and…
The digital agenda outlook, for wealth managers
The Goodacre Securities Industry Conference was the “cannot miss” appointment for the UK Securities industry to discuss around the priorities…
UAE-Jersey Relations Strengthened with Ambassador’s Visit
During his three-day visit, His Excellency attended a series of events and meetings which aimed to strengthen the business, tourism,…
Rates Unchanged, But Gradual Liquidity Withdrawal
The RBI monetary policy committee (MPC) met in the backdrop of global central banks indicating taper. While the rates were…
Property Transactions to UAE Buyers Grow as Demand From the Middle East Increases
International interest from Middle Eastern buyers has increased significantly in prime central London’s property market, according to global property consultancy…
How organized crime bleeds the Middle East dry
Neither America’s slow retreat from the Middle East nor the region’s intractable ills have hampered efforts by Arab countries to…
2021's global investment banking fees hit $115.8bln in 9 months: Refinitiv
Global investment banking fees reached $115.8 billion during the first nine months of 2021, posting a 21 percent rise compared…