Central Bank mortgage caps would hit Dubai
Mortgage caps planned by the Central Bank risk eroding Dubai's GDP by up to almost 3 per cent and hindering…
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IMF warns Dubai on debt risks
Dubai government companies raised their debt over the past year to an estimated US$93 billion, said the IMF, as it…
Shearman eyes Saudi opening as firm mulls opportunities to expand in region
Shearman & Sterling is eyeing an office launch in Saudi Arabia, as part of a strategic review of the…
'Governance unit' for UAE Islamic banks Will act as reference point in any dispute
The UAE Central Bank is planning to create a 'governance unit' that will organise the activities of Shariah-compliant banks and…
KFH among the top 500 banking brands
Kuwait Finance House KFH, the global Pioneer Islamic Bank, has been granted as top spot in Kuwait from global…
UAE rich might not get any richer — study
It’s not only the average-income consumers who have to grapple with inflation. Those with deeper pockets now have to…
Emirates Investment Bank builds Arab art collection
Emirates Investment Bank, an independent private and investment banking boutique, has unveiled a private art collection which reflects the…
Italy's Intesa Sanpaolo Bank mulls expansion in Israel
Intesa Sanpaolo Bank, one of Italy's largest banks, is considering expanding its operations in the Israeli market. Last…
An Alternative way to Privatise?
I don't think I made a friend this week when I had a little disagreement on air with the author…
Information overload!
Financial executives, like you, are suffering from information overload! They are very aware of the need to keep a finger…
Bahrain bank inks deal for luxury Mayfair apartments
A Bahrain-based investment bank has announced the acquisition of a prime boutique "new-build" freehold residential development in one of the…
Qatar to sell Porsche SE share but keep stake in Volkswagen
Sovereign wealth fund Qatar Holding LLC says sale is logical consequence of VW's takeover of Porsche AG last year.…