Islamic banking on the rise
The international financial crisis of 2008 constituted a historic chance for the Islamic financial sector to prove its worth and…
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Abu Dhabi's First Gulf Bank 3Q Net Profit Up 20%, Beats Most Forecasts
Abu Dhabi's First Gulf Bank reported a 20% year-on-year rise in third-quarter net profit on Monday, boosted by an increase…
PwC "Voice of the customer" survey provides insights on growth strategies for Islamic Banks
Islamic banks may be missing a huge opportunity within the Muslim population due to a perception gap, according to a…
Opportunities abundant in Islamic finance
Financially the Middle East region is burgeoning and is challenging traditional financial centres as the major focus for Islamic Finance.…
Mashreq Launches Partners Forum
Mashreq has launched a 'Partners Forum' through its Mashreq Work team which aims to create a platform amongst professionals across…
Between Wealth Generation and Preservation
The heads of the largest private banks in the Middle East discuss investment trends in 2014 and beyond Sobhi…
Noor Bank Named UAE's 'Best Corporate Finance Solutions Provider' at Islamic Finance Awards 2014
Noor Bank has been named 'Best Corporate Finance Solutions Provider - UAE' at the Islamic Finance Awards 2014, organised by…
Dubai Islamic Bank signs Memorandum of Understanding with Oxford Business Group
The important part that the Dubai Islamic Economy Development Center is set to play in bringing more capital markets issuances…
UAE advisors say investor behaviour and emotional reactions to markets are top challenges to success, but remain optimistic about growth
While UAE advisors remain confident about the growth of their businesses, projecting an average of 24% annual growth in the…
UAE's rising cost of living is big concern for expats – HSBC
Bahrain, Qatar and Oman are more popular destinations for expats than the UAE because of the rising cost of living…
Polish property market popular with invetors in Asia, Middle East
The Polish property market is becoming increasingly popular among distant investors, the daily Gazeta Prawna daily reported on Wednesday, based…
UAE Ranked 15th Top Expat Destination Globally, 10 Spots Below Bahrain, In New HSBC Survey
The UAE has been ranked the 15th top expat destination globally, below other GCC countries such as Bahrain, Oman and…