Why large UAE banks’ 2020 profit decline is manageable
The four largest bank in the UAE saw sharp drop in their net profit in 2020, but the decline is…
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Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank — Moody's – Large UAE banks see sharp but manageable drop in profits for 2020, driven by low rates and rising provisions
» The United Arab Emirate's four largest banks drop in net profits reflects high loan-loss provisions, lower interest rates and…