Gulf Banks Flourish In 2014 On Strong Economic Growth
Gulf banks have recorded much improved net profit numbers in 2014 driven by higher loan growth, increased non-interest income and…
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Dubai property investments surge
Property investments in Dubai totaled 109 billion AED (£19.56 billion) last year, according to official new figures. The statistics…
RAKBank Aims to Boost Growth
Sitting in his office on the top floor of National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah’s Dubai headquarters, Peter England exudes the…
Riyad Bank rating affirmed by Capital Intelligence
Supported by the Bank's improved asset quality, reduced concentration, continued very sound capital profile and improved overall profitability, the Financial…
Retirement saving shortfall predicted by HSBC survey for UAE residents
The majority of residents in the UAE are facing the prospect of a shortfall in their retirement savings. HSBC’s The…
UAE Central Bank develops Credit Sentiment Survey
The Central Bank has developed a Credit Sentiment Survey, The Survey, in 2014 Q1 to collect information from all banks…
Qatar strong enough to tackle global challenges: al-Shaibei
Qatar's economy remains stable and strong enough to face the current global economic challenges, said International Islamic CEO Abdulbasit A…
More, larger IPOs expected in Middle East during 2015: Ernst Young
Asharq Al-Awsat—IPO activity in the Middle East is expected to increase considerably during 2015, a report by global professional services…
$37 billion in Middle Eastern mergers & acquisitions during 2014
Thomson Reuters today released the annual investment banking analysis for the Middle East region. Estimates from Thomson Reuters and…
Qatar boosts Middle East M&A to highest level since early 2008
Mergers and acquisitions with Middle Eastern involvement last quarter hit their highest level since early 2008, boosted by outbound investment…
Revealed: Which nationality tops list of property buyers in Dubai?
Indians continue to top the list of expatriate property buyers in Dubai, but UAE nationals take the top spot in…
Doha Bank achieves sustainable performance
Net profit for the year 2014 recorded QAR 1,354 million which represents a growth of 3.1% as compared to QAR…