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Hedge Funds & Alternative Investments

Dubai’s ultra-prime rental market sets new benchmark with Dh20 million Marsa Al Arab Villa lease

April 7, 2026

Dubai’s real estate market continues to demonstrate resilience and global appeal, with a record-setting lease at the exclusive Marsa Al…

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Awards and Recognition

KFH – Bahrain wins Euromoney Magazine Best Private Bank in Bahrain 2026 award

April 2, 2026

Kuwait Finance House – Bahrain was awarded “Best Private Bank in Bahrain 2026” by Euromoney Magazine, a leading international financial…

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Regulation, Risk & Compliance

Amid budget pressures, Nigeria moves to borrow $6 billion from Citi, Abu Dhabi Bank

April 2, 2026

The approval, granted alongside the 2026 budget, allows Africa’s largest economy to raise $5 billion from First Abu Dhabi Bank…

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Retail Banking

Saudi bank assets climb to $1.35tn as lending expands: SAMA

April 2, 2026

Saudi banks’ aggregate assets rose to SR5.07 trillion ($1.35 trillion) at the end of February, up from SR5.02 trillion a…

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Regulation, Risk & Compliance

Qatar Central Bank issues Government Ijara Sukuk worth $800mln

April 2, 2026

Qatar Central Bank  issued yesterday Government Ijara Sukuk on behalf of the Ministry of Finance with a value amounting to…

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Retail Banking

Doha Bank wins dual honours at Euromoney Awards

April 2, 2026

Doha Bank has further cemented its leadership in private wealth management after being honoured with two prestigious accolades at the…

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Regulation, Risk & Compliance

DFSA and Ministry of Economy and Tourism sign MoU

April 2, 2026

 The Ministry of Economy and Tourism of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the…

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Comment & Analysis

“No layoffs at Danube Group,” says Rizwan Sajan

April 1, 2026

Dubai-based Danube Group has committed to retaining its entire workforce and maintaining timely salary payments, as its founder and chairman…

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Hedge Funds & Alternative Investments

Second Primark store set to open in Dubai at City Centre Mirdif

April 1, 2026

Majid Al Futtaim is expanding its retail footprint across the region through an extended partnership with Alshaya Group, with a…

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Hedge Funds & Alternative Investments

Dubai gold extends three-day gain after worst month since 2008

April 1, 2026

Dubai gold prices moved higher early Wednesday, extending a short-term rebound after a sharp correction through March that unsettled buyers…

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Retail Banking

Emirates NBD raises $2.25bn in show of investor confidence during war

April 1, 2026

Dubai’s Emirates NBD has successfully closed $2.25 billion in long-term financing, underscoring robust investor confidence in one of the region’s…

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Retail Banking

Khaleeji Bank commends Sattam Algosaibi’s efforts during his tenure as chief executive officer of the bank

April 1, 2026

The Chairman of Khaleeji Bank, Mr Yousif Abdulla Taqi, praised the outstanding efforts made by Mr Sattam Algosaibi during his…

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