Sukuk Market Grows in Strength But Struggles with Complexity
Structural complexity and extensive legal documentation inhibit international investors As global awareness of Islamic finance is gaining momentum, the…
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Study: UAE financial advisory business is in full growth mode
The UAE financial adviser study, conducted by the Durable Portfolio Construction Research Centre of Natixis Global Asset Management concludes that…
Global takaful potential remains underutilised
The global takaful industry grew 16 per cent in 2012, a noticeable moderation from a 22 per cent compounded annual…
ADIB named "Best UAE Islamic Financial Institution"
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank has been named the "Best Islamic Financial Institution in the UAE" for 2013 by Global Finance…
Middle East demand for contemporary art on the rise
Art enthusiasts have to dig deep into their pockets to buy Fahr El Nissa Zeid’s Break of the Atom and…
Boris backs Middle East investment push
Boris Johnson, the Mayor of London, has thrown his weight behind a push for inward investment from the Middle East…
Egypt’s Business Directory Names the Top Five Local Banks
Egypt’s Business Directory evaluated and compared the performance of banks nationwide, and named the top five. From a total of…
Dubai property: Bubble fears played down by Goldman Sachs’ renewed interest
Goldman Sachs’ renewed interest in the UAE’s equity markets and Dubai property stocks is creating a buzz. On Monday…
Al Omaniya posts RO 4m profit for Q3
Al Omaniya Financial Services SAOG, Oman’s largest non-banking financial institution announced their approved un-audited third quarter results for the period…
First Gulf Bank acquires full ownership of Aseel Islamic Finance
First Gulf Bank has increased its stakes in Aseel Islamic Finance, through a purchase agreement which has raised the bank's…
State Street appoints head of consultant relations for EMEA
The asset management arm of Boston-based State Street Corp appointed Helen Copinger-Symes managing director, head of consultant relations for Europe,…
Emirates NBD 9-month net profit up 34%
Emirates NBD, the leading bank in the region, today announced its results for the 9 months ended 30 September 2013.…