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Standard Chartered and Circle launch first G-SIB-led integrated access to USDC minting and redemption

July 3, 2026

Standard Chartered today announced the launch of its capability enabling institutional clients to access USDC minting and redemption, developed in…

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Israel ranks 18th in global wealth list as 8,800 Israelis become new millionaires

July 2, 2026

Israel ranked 18th in average personal wealth in the world in 2025 as the number of millionaires continued to grow,…

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GCC credit markets after the Iran shock

July 1, 2026

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has been the GCC’s biggest geopolitical shock in decades – but not a…

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Dubai’s luxury home market drives demand for bespoke interiors

June 29, 2026

Dubai Demand for personalised luxury homes is reshaping the UAE’s interior design market, with more residents investing in bespoke furniture,…

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Dubai remains one of the world’s leading cities for growth, find Oliver Wyman report

June 26, 2026

Oliver Wyman has released an in-depth study highlighting cities worldwide that are set to power the next era of business…

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The DFSA records third consecutive year of double-digit registration growth

June 25, 2026

DFSA Annual Report 2025 182 new firms licenced and registered in DIFC in 2025, a 16% increase on 2024 –…

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Standard Chartered H2 2026 Global Market Outlook: Navigating shifting sands

June 25, 2026

Standard Chartered Wealth Solutions Chief Investment Office (CIO) has released its Global Market Outlook for the second half of 2026,…

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Dubai homebuyers rush to lock in fixed-rate mortgages as rates drop to 3.75%

June 17, 2026

Major UAE banks are offering attractive one-year fixed rates, with salaried residents securing the best deals as buyers seek protection…

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Knight Frank: Saudi Arabia residential transactions halve as affordability pressures and regional conflict dampen sentiment

June 15, 2026

Residential transaction values declined 57% to SAR 22 billion over the last 12 months Riyadh Grade A office rents increased…

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Why UAE residents shouldn't expect interest rates to be cut next week

June 10, 2026

Hopes for lower borrowing costs have taken another hit after a surprisingly strong US jobs report reduced expectations that the…

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First Abu Dhabi Bank inks strategic deal with Water.org, WaterEquity

June 5, 2026

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) announced, ahead of World Environment Day, a strategic partnership with Water.org and its affiliated impact…

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7 things GCC companies are looking for in top executives right now

June 5, 2026

Companies across the GCC are still hiring top executives despite regional uncertainty, but the rules of the game are changing.…

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