GCC institutional investors highlighted during economic forum in Jordan
Over 300 business and political leaders attended the event, including several ministers, top government executives, investors and CEOs. H.E.…
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Why the GCC’s wealthy are seeking sustainable investments
With Cop28 approaching, sustainable investing continues to grow in popularity, not only in the UAE, but also globally. In…
Saudi Arabia's special economic zones 'pivotal' to its future as an investment destination
Saudi Arabia's new special economic zones are “pivotal” to its present and future as a global investment destination, creating opportunities…
Warba Bank, Radisson Blu partner to offer ‘zero-profit financing’ for event hall rentals
Warba Bank is pleased to announce its partnership agreement with Radisson Blu Hotel, aimed at offering zero-profit financing for the…
Samer Abdallah (KPMG) on government innovation in Saudi Arabia
In a new report, KPMG explores the state of government-led innovation in Saudi Arabia, finding that the government is investing…
Bankers See Asia-Middle East Dual Listings as a Budding Trend
Dual listings between the Middle East and Asia are expected to become a new trend as investment flows between the…
Kuwait Finance House – Bahrain concludes ‘Wa’ed’ Graduate Trainee Program
Kuwait Finance House – Bahrain has officially concluded its six month ‘Wa’ed’ Graduate Trainee Program, a structured and customized program…
Bank credit to private sector in Oman grows 4.8% to OMR19.9bn
An analysis of the activities of traditional commercial banks indicated the continued growth of credit in the Sultanate of Oman.…
Egypt's central bank leaves key interest rates on hold
Egypt's central bank kept its overnight interest rates unchanged on Thursday, saying that growth had slowed in the fourth quarter…
Funding for US startups plunge 51% amid economic concerns
The value of venture capital (VC) deals in the US fell 51% year-on-year (YoY) in the first four months of…
UAE banks improve customer sentiment by seven percentage points: KPMG report
Service complaints due to slow turnaround time and staff competency drove down operational performance for most banks Dubai, UAE: Banks…
Jordan’s credit ratings maintained ‘BB-,’ stable outlook: Fitch
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Jordan’s long-term foreign-currency issuer default rating at “BB-” with a stable outlook. This comes in…