Can Open Banking Be Implemented Across the Middle East and Africa?
Open Banking is in its infancy across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) but can it, coupled with fintechs and…
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AM Best affirms credit ratings of Bahrain Kuwait insurance company B.S.C. And Takaful international company BSC
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” (Excellent)…
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Dubai is one of the most attractive destinations in the world for wealthy people who are looking to acquire residence…
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Best's market segment report: Profits and capital rebound for listed insurers in UAE
For the listed insurance market in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the first half of 2021 has been marked by…
Shuaa ex-deputy CEO eyes $1.3bn target with new asset management firm
The region’s asset management industry has grown by 11 percent, from $1.1 trillion of assets under management (AUM) in 2019…
85% of UAE professionals feel confident and excited about the future of work, Bayt.com and YouGov survey
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Dubai's business conditions to improve further in Q4 2021: Emirates NBD
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