The leadership battle at the top of Libya's sovereign wealth fund
Do you see any bruises on my face? I just came from Tripoli yesterday. There is no violence in Tripoli.…
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UAE’s sovereign ratings affirmed; outlook stable
The United Arab Emirates’ Long-Term Foreign and Local Currency Sovereign Ratings of ‘AA-’ and its Short-Term Foreign and Local Currency…
Almost all UAE banks now using new credit bureau
Almost all banks are now using data from the United Arab Emirates' new credit bureau, its CEO says, a development…
Investor base widens for Saudi bond issues
Bond issues by Saudi Arabia’s government are expected to be worth tens of billions of riyals by the end of…
Investors eye rewards and risks in post-sanctions Iran
Foreign firms are eager to exploit the potential of Iran's long-isolated economy following a landmark nuclear deal, but experts say…
Strong fundamentals to push Qatar forward: QIF
Driven by strong fundamentals, Qatari market will continue to perform well. The government will continue with its infrastructure spending as…
Which economic spheres of Iran attract Turkish investors?
Some countries do not hide their intentions to invest in Iran after the lifting of sanctions imposed on this country.…
The alternative interest-free banking system – how it works
The 2008 sub-prime financial crisis led to protests and criticism on the negative impact of the financial and banking system…
Pistachios, iPhones and flights: How will Iranians benefit from nuclear deal?
After years of negotiations and much speculation, the Iranian nuclear deal has finally been penned. Iranian President Hassan Rouhani…
Want Investment Growth? Look to the Middle East
“When I first start investing in emerging markets 20 years ago we were looking for one thing – population growth.…
Arabian Gulf sovereign wealth funds pick new plays
Arabian Gulf sovereign wealth funds may have to increase their transaction volume to generate more returns to make up for…
An Investment Success Story
Sur International Investment Co Ltd, founded by Turkish investor Oktay Ercan, is a great example of private sector investment in…