Glencore to meet with Qatari wealth fund as Xstrata merger hangs in balance
In a shock announcement last night, Qatar Holdings, Xstrata’s second-biggest shareholder with 10.4pc, said that, while it saw “merit in…
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HSBC launches new product for Kuwait firms
HSBC said it has launched a highly-advanced internet banking proposition, HSBC Connect to automate transactions for the large and mid-…
Bahrain Eyes 10 Year Bond
Bahrain, the Gulf Arab state hit by ongoing social unrest, plans to issue a benchmark-sized 10-year dollar bond this week,…
Abu Dhabi SWF sees value in emerging equities
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), the cash-rich emirate’s sovereign wealth fund, expects emerging market stocks to outperform in the long-term…
What’s in Store for the Second Half of 2012 – BlackRock
In 2012’s second half, investors will face “a rocky road” compared with the year’s first few months, with the potential…
Thomson Reuters Acquires Business Intelligence Provider Zawya Limited
Thomson Reuters has announced that it has acquired Zawya Limited, a regional provider of business intelligence and unique tools for…
BLME launches service for Gulf clients looking to invest in Prime London Real Estate
In response to an increased interest in prime London real estate, Bank of London and The Middle East has launched…
Saudi- Insurance sector attracts investors
The Tadawul All-Share Index (TASI) while reflecting a typical trough-peak combination continued marching its way higher to close in the…
Bahrain expected to launch sovereign bond
Bahrain is expected soon to launch a sovereign bond issue, testing appetite for the troubled economy as it seeks to…
Gulf Capital Awarded "Best Private Equity Firm in the Middle East" For the Second Year in a Row
Gulf Capital has been recognised as the "Best Private Equity Firm in the Middle East" for the second year in…
DIFC Investments repays $1.25 billion Sukuk obligation
DIFC Investments (DIFCI), the investment arm of the Dubai International Financial Centre, confirmed that it had repaid its $1.25…
Takaful Malaysia close to sealing UK property investment deal
Syarikat Takaful Malaysia Bhd is close to concluding an overseas investment deal specifically in the UK property market which would…