High dependence on external funding amplifies risks
While Qatar has recently been successful in raising funds from abroad, the sharp increase in debt makes it vulnerable to…
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Gulf crisis: Boris, London and the Qatari billions
The UK foreign secretary, Boris Johnson has called for Qatar to do more to clamp down on extremism, in what…
Meraas issues Sukuk, sets up new management company with Dubai Holding
Institutions involved as book-runners included Dubai Islamic Bank, Emirates NBD, Noor Bank, Sharjah Islamic Bank and Warba Bank. The…
UAE Regulator Approves Emirates NBD as General Clearing Member
Emirates NBD Group, the largest bank in its home country of the United Arab Emirates, and one of the leading…
Middle East Gets Its First Hospitality REIT Worth $570 Million
Real estate development and hospitality group FIVE Holdings has launched the region’s first hospitality-focused real estate investment trust worth $570…
Lebanese GroupMed Holding announces OLT Holding as a new shareholder
GroupMed Holding s.a.l., the owner of Bankmed s.a.l. is pleased to announce a new shareholder, OLT Holding s.a.l. Following…
Over 4,400 investment professionals from the Middle East register for CFA exams
CFA Institute, the global association of investment management professionals, has announced that 188,915 candidates worldwide registered for Level I, II,…
These Are the Corporate Winners and Losers of the Qatar Standoff
With Qatar increasingly isolated from its Gulf neighbors in an escalating geopolitical crisis, the economic and financial implications are starting…
Dubai homes lag offices in green initiatives
Despite its restrictive climate, the UAE is making big strides in its sustainability drive. The nation ranks among the…
The Coming Challenges For Asset Managers And Financial Advisors
Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates signaled Sunday they may allow some Qataris to stay in their countries…
Emaar hires Goldman Sachs to manage IPO of real estate unit
Emaar Properties PJSC has hired Goldman Sachs Group Inc. to manage the sale of shares in its United Arab Emirates…
Buyers lining up for Dubai’s ready properties
Even ready properties in Dubai are getting right into the thick of sales action going by the numbers notched up…