Middle East economic resilience tested as conflict risks mount: Fitch
The Middle East’s economic resilience is being tested by the Iran war, with Fitch Ratings warning that “significant risks” from…
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MEBIS 2026 gains strong momentum as banking leaders prepare for the 17th Annual Middle East Banking Innovation Summit
With less than four months remaining until the 17th Annual Middle East Banking Innovation Summit (MEBIS) 2026, momentum continues to…
NBK hosts a KPC delegation to enhance collaborations in training and development
We believe that investing in human capital is the cornerstone of achieving institutional excellence and sustainability. Our partnership with…
6 ways UAE dirham will soon see its biggest digital overhaul in years
The UAE is preparing for sweeping changes in how the dirham is used across keyboards, smartphones, payments, and financial systems…
Government and corporate borrowing helps Oman banks prosper
Oman’s banks posted their strongest quarterly profit growth in at least three years in the first quarter, fuelled by government…
KSA’s financial buffers reinforce banking resilience
Amid an increasingly volatile geopolitical and security landscape in parts of the Middle East, Saudi Arabia’s financial architecture — particularly…
Maples Group Dubai Recognised In GBM Awards: Middle East 2026
Maples and Calder, the Maples Group's law firm, has been recognised for its role in ten of this year's 'Deals…
A time to reconnect: strengthening long‑standing partnerships in the Middle East
Across parts of the Middle East, there is a growing sense that daily life is beginning to find its rhythm…
Have UAE banks cut jobs due to regional conflict? Official clarifies
No UAE bank has cut jobs due to the ongoing regional conflict in the region, although third parties may have…
Middle Eastern banks tap China growth by beefing up presence in Hong Kong
The UAE’s top lender and two other Middle Eastern banks are launching or expanding operations in Hong Kong, as they…
UAE announces major cashless change for tourists – here’s what it means
As Dubai gradually moves towards becoming a cashless society, a major announcement has been made that tourists will want to…
How the Middle East war is boosting family offices, private banking in Hong Kong and Asia
The Middle East war has created new opportunities for family offices and private banking businesses in Hong Kong and Asia,…