Comment & Analysis

Comment & Analysis

Saudi Arabia’s financial regulatory authority refers five suspects to Public Prosecution

February 23, 2021

Saudi Arabia’s financial regulatory authority said it has referred five suspects to the Public Prosecution accused of engaging in “manipulative…

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Two faces of Covid-19 impact

February 23, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented global health crisis. The impact of the pandemic is visible in many realms like…

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Coronavirus vaccine passports: What you need to know

February 22, 2021

Bahrain has launched a digital Covid-19 vaccine passport, one of the first countries to do so, the Gulf state’s media…

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NCB, Samba shareholders to discuss planned merger on March 1

February 22, 2021

National Commercial Bank  said today an extraordinary general assembly meeting will be held on March 1, to discuss the planned…

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Why fintech is on the brink of rapid expansion in the GCC

February 22, 2021

The fintech industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council region looks well placed to enjoy a period of substantial growth. Despite…

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Why retail lending will remain a key focus for Saudi banks?

February 22, 2021

The sustained growth in retail lending is a key source of strength for Saudi banks and that has largely mitigated…

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The Post Pandemic Opportunity For GCC Retail Banks

February 22, 2021

While retail banks globally have reacted to the COVID-19 crisis with speed, dexterity, and purpose, further challenges await in their…

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Much to do and learn as UAE banks take long road back to normalcy

February 22, 2021

Forced to respond to some exacting realities, banks learned valuable lessons in the early months of the pandemic. There was…

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Where will the Middle East and Africa fit into HSBC's revamp?

February 22, 2021

Amid talk of further restructuring at HSBC Holdings PLC ahead of fourth-quarter results on Feb. 23, attention is set to…

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Lack of infrastructure a barrier to green living in the GCC

February 22, 2021

High costs, poor infrastructure and lack of awareness are some of the key barriers to a sustainable lifestyle in GCC…

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Saudi investors pump $144m into London’s office market

February 21, 2021

Arab investors have invested £1.2 billion ($1.68 billion) in London’s office real estate market since 2018, with Saudi Arabia accounting…

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Abu Dhabi unveils investor visa

February 19, 2021

Abu Dhabi has rolled out visas for expat professionals, students and investors in a bid to develop the emirate’s culture,…

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