Turkey has potential but needs reforms for Islamic insurance
Turkey remains a high-potential market for Islamic insurance, but the country needs to implement certain reforms and regulations before it…
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Global Wealth to Reach $369 Trillion, Credit Suisse Says
Credit Suisse's 2014 Global Wealth Report reveals a rise of 20.1 trillion US dollars in world wealth in the past…
Israeli household wealth grew 13% in year, among highest gains in world
The richest 1% of the world’s population has gotten richer over the past year and now controls more than 48%…
Revealed: Why investment bankers heading to UAE
Investment bankers are heading to the UAE and the GCC because of an increase in the number of opportunities for…
Qatar seeks IMF help for development strategy
Qatar, along with four other GCC countries, has told the International Monetary Fund that it is looking for the Fund’s…
WEF's Global Growth Companies: 3 UAE firms on list
Selected for exceeding industry standards in revenue growth, innovative business practices and leadership in corporate citizenship. Three UAE companies,…
Where do UAE expats come from (and why)?
The UAE is an amazing melting pot of cultures, with nationals of more than 200 countries calling it home. …
New Index Shows Israeli Hedge Funds Up 6.8% YTD
A new Israeli hedge fund index shows Israeli funds have returned 6.8% through August 31, 2014. The Tzur Gilboa…
Islamic finance industry global assets up $1.6b
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank said the Islamic finance industry is growing rapidly, with global assets increasing by an estimated 16…
Prime office rentals market in Abu Dhabi stirs back to life after six-year lethargy
For the first time in six years the capital’s stagnant office market is showing signs of returning to life. …
Open source middleware a platform for financial institutions in the Middle East
Banks in the Middle East are not only performing strongly in regional markets, they are now looking to expanding overseas…
Revealed: Top 10 Countries For Expatriates
The UAE has been ranked the 33rd most suitable destination for people looking to move abroad, according to the Expat…