Abu Dhabi’s financial hub plans may take time to gather momentum Tara Gally
As Abu Dhabi prepares to start operations at its brand new financial centre, the emirate has a fight on its…
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Key indemnity research launched in Bahrain
A research project aimed at enhancing understanding of the professional indemnity clause in contracts and how it impacts clients,…
GCC Pension funds worth US$397 billion: EY
Across the GCC, public pension funds amount to US$397 billion, representing nearly a quarter of GDP and US$15,000 per national.…
Qatar banks well-capitalised: Sheikh Abdulla
Qatar's banks are well-capitalised and the loans-to-assets quality has been improving; indicating financial soundness of the sector in line with…
Saudis top Middle East ultra rich list
The wealth-intelligence organization defines UHNW individuals as those with $30 million and above in net assets. Saudi Arabia has…
Middle East, Africa to drive banking sector growth
Globally, emerging markets are enduring pressures which are prompting a review of original gross domestic product forecasts. Despite this,…
Islamic finance industry at a crossroads in 2016, says S&P
2016 will be a crossroads for Islamic finance, according to Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services (S&P). A few major factors…
Islam: the most untapped opportunity in tech
Muslims represent almost a quarter of the world’s population. A recent Deloitte study says Asia is home to more…
Gulf Banks' Earnings Growth to Slow After Slide in Oil, S&P Says
Banks’ earnings in the six-nation Gulf Cooperation Council could slow during the next several quarters as lower oil prices hurt…
Qatar Exchange announces revisions to QE Indexes
QE Al Rayan Islamic Index Zad Holding will join QE Al Rayan Islamic Index, bringing the number of its…
ANALYSIS: Does Riyadh's $70bn foreign assets withdrawal spell trouble?
Pressure from falling oil prices and the Saudi-led coalition’s war in Yemen have pushed Saudi Arabia’s central bank to withdraw…
SEI Report: Regional CFO's And Hr Heads Expecting Strong Growth And Increased Headcount- Despite Internal And External Challenges
80% of companies expect to see an increase in headcount over the next three years despite mounting macroeconomic and operational…