https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 06:57:08 GMT part of MediaG8way Group https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/ https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png KohanaPHP News Team Thursday, February 19, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51104/al-masraf-appoints-moataz-khalil-as-chief-wholesale-banking-officer Moataz Khalil brings over 30 years of international banking experience On the Move News Team Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51100/kfhampndash-bahrain-appoints-misam-al-hashemi-as-head-of-organisational-design-and-workforce-planning These appointments come as part of KFH-Bahrain’s ongoing commitment to developing its organisational structure On the Move News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51088/bank-abc-appoints-new-group-chief-legal-and-corporate-affairs-officer The appointment reflects the group’s continued focus on strengthening governance On the Move News Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51092/ashurst-boosts-middle-east-project-finance-offering-with-partner-hire-in-saudi-arabia Nezar advises on project finance and a range of other finance transactions. He has advised on a variety of major project and construction finance transactions, advising both borrowers and lenders On the Move News Team Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51082/praxis-strengthens-middle-east-growth-strategy-with-senior-regional-hire Underscoring its confidence in a region that is rapidly cementing its status as a global centre for capital, investment structuring and international wealth flows On the Move News Aggregation Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51080/pmp-strategy-appoints-housni-zniber-and-zakaria-chouaib-as-partner Housni and Zakaria bring exceptional value to our executive clients through their sector expertise and diverse perspectives On the Move News Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51059/dentons-middle-east-strengthens-qatari-banking-ampamp-finance-offering-with-the-relocation-of-riza-ismail Riza relocated from Dentons' Muscat office in Oman to its Doha office in Qatar in February this year. On the Move News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51063/masin-appoints-legal-executive-sachin-kerur-as-new-ceo Prior to joining Masin, Kerur led the Middle East business of international law firm Reed Smith for seven years. Before that, he headed the Middle East practice at Pinsent Masons. On the Move News Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51047/ubp-appoints-head-of-investment-services-in-dubai-and-strengthens-client-coverage-team-with-two-market-heads-for-the-middle-east UBP has also appointed Joy Chammas as Market Head, Middle East. On the Move News Team Thursday, February 05, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51029/edmond-de-rothschild-appoints-new-head-of-investment-advisory-in-dubai Hamza Hamza joins Edmond de Rothschild in Dubai to lead the development of the investment advisory business in the region On the Move News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51089/qatar-condemns-israeli-occupationamprsquos-decision-to-convert-west-bank-lands-into-so-called-ampldquostate-propertyamprdquo The ministry reiterated the state of Qatar’s firm and unwavering stance in supporting the Palestinian cause Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51075/egyptamp039s-central-bank-cuts-key-interest-rates-by-1 In a separate move, the CBE's board decided to reduce the mandatory reserve requirement ratio for commercial banks from 18% to 16%. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51077/excellence-award-brings-paradigm-shift-to-operations-of-government-entities He noted that this initiative aligns with the national pursuit of a government that is more efficient and innovative. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance News Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51048/difc-unveils-the-residences-the-first-residential-ownership-opportunity-in-the-prestigious-new-zabeel-district First residential development to come up within the first phase of the DIFC Zabeel District expansion Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51049/ampquotbanking-business-and-disputesampquot-program-concludes The program included several specialized themes, most notably the laws and regulations governing banking work in the Sultanate of Oman Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 05, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51034/invest-qatar-doha-bank-sign-deal-to-support-foreign-investors The agreement establishes a framework for broader cooperation between Invest Qatar and Doha Bank Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance News Team Tuesday, February 03, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51021/maktoum-bin-mohammed-highlights-arab-fiscal-forum His Highness Sheikh Maktoum noted that hosting the forum in the UAE demonstrates the nation’s commitment to supporting this dialogue Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Friday, January 30, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51009/qatar-financial-centre-adgm-difc-announce-cooperation-on-cross-border-data-flow Inclusion is granted only to jurisdictions that demonstrate best-in-class data protection standards and a consistently high level of protection for personal and sensitive data. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 28, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50992/ey-launches-its-ey-studio-business-in-mena-to-serve-the-cmo-agenda EY first launched its EY Studio+ business at the global level in June last year, when it brought together a long series of acquisitions (over 30) together under one roof. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance News Team Tuesday, January 27, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50981/kpmg-in-qatar-hosts-annual-tax-summit-2026-to-discuss-key-tax-developments-and-regulatory-updates Haythem Zayed, Partner – Tax, KPMG in Qatar, commenced the Summit with introductory remarks, outlining the agenda, recent tax developments and updates. Legal, Tax, Regulation & Compliance News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 19, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51101/nbb-records-4-growth-in-net-profit-attributable-to-shareholders-for-2025 The decrease is attributable to the negative mark-to-market movements of the bond portfolio. Retail Banking News Team Thursday, February 19, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51103/emirates-nbd-expands-precious-metals-offering-with-branded-silver-bars New offering adds to the portfolio diversification options for retail and HNI clients providing secure access to the precious metal asset Retail Banking News Team Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51099/national-bank-of-fujairah-and-fanar-advisor-sign-mou-to-strengthen-sme-banking-distribution The collaboration will support NBF’s customer acquisition strategy across SME and corporate banking products, reinforcing a disciplined and scalable distribution framework Retail Banking News Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51091/nbkampndashegypt-reports-net-profit-of-egp-809bln-equivalent-to-kwd-5124mln-for-fy2025 Profitability indicators remained robust, with Return on Average Assets (ROAA) at 3.8% and Return on Average Equity (ROAE) at 30.7%. Retail Banking News Team Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51086/national-bank-of-kuwait-launches-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-council Aimed at establishing a sustainable institutional framework to incorporate these values ​​into all the Group's HR practices Retail Banking News Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51081/emirates-nbd-board-of-directors-recognises-icaew-ampamp-acca-qualified-uae-national-chartered-accountants In the presence of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum Retail Banking News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51070/ithmaar-bank-reports-profits-for-2025 Ithmaar Bank reported a net profit attributable to equity holders for the year ended 31 December 2025 of BD4.40 million Retail Banking News Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51060/nbk-is-the-banking-sectoramprsquos-exclusive-and-strategic-partner-of-the-2026-arab-content-forum Held at JACC under the patronage of the Minister of Information Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51066/egp-holds-steady-against-dollar-on-tuesday-at-most-banks Commercial International Bank (CIB) quoted the dollar at EGP 46.82 pounds to buy and 46.92 to sell. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51054/uaeamp039s-banking-assets-industrial-exports-see-growth-in-2025 The growth was supported by higher foreign currency lending as well as expanded domestic credit to the private sector, government-related entities, and other financial institutions. Retail Banking News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 19, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51102/ihc-to-launch-judan-financial-holding-to-oversee-usd237-billion-in-assets Judan Financial is expected to be valued at around AED100 billion (USD27.2 billion) Alternative Investments News Team Thursday, February 19, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51106/gcc-real-estate-positioned-for-structured-growth-says-alpen-capital Alpen Capital released its first-ever GCC Real Estate Industry Report Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 19, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51107/abu-dhabiamprsquos-modon-posts-dhs39bn-2025-in-net-profit-revenue-more-than-doubles During 2025, L’IMAD Holding Company, wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi government, acquired an 84.75 per cent stake in the company Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51095/ifc-unveils-five-initiatives-to-expand-green-financing-and-sme-growth-in-egypt This strategic wave of investment is specifically engineered to empower Egypt’s private sector Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51096/kuwaitamprsquos-labor-market-shifts-toward-efficiency-as-companies-anticipate-growth Kuwaiti nationals accounted for the largest share of job seekers in 2025 at 28%, more than double the 2024 figure Alternative Investments News Team Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51098/axa-egypt-partners-with-endeavor-egypt-to-empower-and-scale-egyptamprsquos-entrepreneurial-ecosystem Reinforcing AXA’s commitment to enabling entrepreneurs, scale-ups, and high-growth businesses across Egypt’s innovation ecosystem Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51083/egypt-mandates-non-banking-financial-firms-to-offset-20-of-carbon-emissions The event was attended by Central Bank of Egypt Governor Hassan Abdalla, IFC Regional Vice President for Africa Ethiopis Tafara, German Ambassador to Cairo Juergen Schulz, and Nigerian Central Bank Governor Olayemi Cardoso. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51076/closing-bell-saudi-main-index-rises-to-close-at-11251 The MSCI Tadawul Index gained 10.88 points, or 0.72 percent, to close at 1,517.43. Alternative Investments News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51067/astons-partners-with-global-wealth-forum-in-uae The forum organiser and Astons’ partner is the independent law firm Boltenko Law, specializing in tax and international private law. Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51072/dubai-gold-prices-steady-in-early-trade-24k-trading-close-to-dh610-per-gram US dollar index rose following strong employment report, making greenback-priced metals more expensive for other currency holders Alternative Investments News Aggregation Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51074/millionaires-leave-uk-flock-to-uae-in-largest-shift-in-modern-history Wealth advisers say the migration is no longer driven purely by opportunity but increasingly by risk management Wealth & Asset Management News Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51051/the-rise-of-uhnw-women-in-the-gcc-what-to-look-for-in-a-fiduciary-partner In the UAE, 30% of real estate portfolios are held by women, and more than 25,000 Emirati women entrepreneurs contribute over $16 billion annually to the economy. Wealth & Asset Management News Aggregation Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51043/family-office-expectations-and-a-one-bank-model-barclaysamprsquo-uae-strategy-for-2026 Billimoria adds that digital tools, AI and data intelligence will be used to reduce friction in onboarding Wealth & Asset Management News Team Monday, February 02, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51010/equiom-group-named-trust-company-of-the-year-ampndash-uae-at-citywealth-international-awards This recognition reflects Equiom’s depth of expertise, robust governance standards and consistently high quality of service delivered to clients in the Middle East. Wealth & Asset Management News Aggregation Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50966/nomura-meeting-evolving-client-needs-in-wealth-management Nomura leaders on expanding wealth management opportunities in the Middle East and Asia Wealth & Asset Management News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 21, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50954/former-partners-lead-takeover-of-wealth-manager-octogone Gulf businessman Hareb Al Darmaki’s Almha Capital also becomes a shareholder in Geneva-headquartered Octogone. Wealth & Asset Management News Team Wednesday, January 21, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50955/wrise-group-establishes-strategic-alliance-with-the-continental-group-to-democratise-access-to-private-banking-in-the-uae Strategic alliance between two financial services leaders expands access to private banking across a broader investor base in the UAE Wealth & Asset Management News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50944/amethis-and-edmond-de-rothschild-private-equity-announce-the-final-closing-of-amethis-fund-iii-in-line-with-its-target-at-eur-406m AFIII is the third vintage of Amethis’ flagship pan-African strategy. Wealth & Asset Management News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50945/dubai-attracts-global-family-offices-ampamp-multibillion-dollar-asset-managers The Family Office Summit Dubai will bring together family offices and family holding companies under one roof Wealth & Asset Management News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50946/klay-capital-bets-on-advisory-first-model As the UAE’s wealth industry evolves beyond product-driven private banking, Klay is positioning itself for 2026 with an institutional platform built around advice, risk discipline and global asset allocation. Wealth & Asset Management News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51094/central-bank-of-jordan-approves-sanad-digital-id-for-idv-purposes Can be used for bank transactions in place of physical ID cards FinTech News Team Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51097/mashreq-launches-visa-commercial-pay-on-mobile A cutting-edge virtual card payment platform for businesses FinTech News Aggregation Team Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51084/gafi-launches-digital-platform-for-economic-performance-services It offers financial restructuring services, company valuation, and feasibility studies alongside investment cost estimation. FinTech News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51061/saudi-arabia-aims-to-become-worldamprsquos-largest-ai-token-exporter-humain-ceo His remarks align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy FinTech News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51052/jordan-kuwait-bank-integrates-digital-channels-with-new-tech As part of the integration, the bank's digital wallet will be migrated to the new platform, where customers will be able to conduct their daily financial transactions. FinTech News Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51055/ooredoo-fintech-and-badrgo-partner-to-enable-digital-driver-payouts-via-ooredoo-money-at-web-summit-qatar-2026 This initiative reduces reliance on cash-based settlements, streamlines payout processes, and provides drivers with faster, more convenient access to their earnings FinTech News Team Friday, February 06, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51039/bitcoin-breaks-key-support-slips-below-70000 After breaking multiple support levels, bitcoin is now trading just below $70,000 and remains under significant selling pressure FinTech News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 05, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51035/uae-central-bank-approves-first-usd-backed-stablecoin-under-ptsr The UAE's regulatory timeline places it ahead of jurisdictions including the US and the EU in implementing a central bank payments regime for stablecoins. FinTech News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 03, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51018/central-bank-of-egypt-launches-smartphone-based-pos-service By enabling mobile devices to function as payment acceptance points, the central bank aims to widen access to electronic payments FinTech News Team Monday, February 02, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51012/ooredoo-fintech-expands-money-transfer-options-in-qatar-through-partnership-with-western-union Integrating its services into the Ooredoo Money app FinTech News Team Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51085/abu-dhabi-islamic-bank-named-best-islamic-bank-in-the-middle-east-by-emea-finance The award acknowledges the bank’s exceptional achievements in advancing innovation and its outstanding performance in the Islamic banking industry Islamic Finance News Aggregation Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51078/how-islamic-finance-could-fund-the-future-of-space-exploration Sharing risks and profits, Islamic finance can revolutionise investing in space projects Islamic Finance News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51068/saudi-arabia-raises-over-2bn-in-february-sukuk-sale-ndmc The issuance was split into five tranches, with maturities ranging from 2031 to 2041 Islamic Finance News Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51053/baker-botts-transaction-wins-sukuk-deal-of-the-year-at-gbm-awards-africa-2026-for-the-arab-republic-of-egypt The award follows the firm’s recognition at the Islamic Finance News’ Deal of the Year 2025 Awards, where it was named Best Deal in Oman for advising on Oman’s U.S.$1 billion sovereign Sukuk issuance. Islamic Finance News Team Thursday, February 05, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51032/alizz-islamic-bank-reaffirms-its-leadership-in-islamic-banking-at-the-17th-ifsb-summit The Summit marked a significant milestone for Oman’s financial sector Islamic Finance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 04, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51025/omanamprsquos-islamic-finance-eyes-double-digit-growth-in-2026 Omani Islamic finance set for 2026 growth; Most Dollar issuances sukuk Islamic Finance News Aggregation Team Friday, January 30, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51006/omanamprsquos-islamic-finance-industry-set-to-rise-25-to-45bln-in-2026 Fitch expects loan growth of 6-7% on demand from retail and corporate sectors Islamic Finance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 28, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50988/bahrain-prices-800mln-long-8-year-sukuk-and-13bln-12-year-bond The issuances will be listed on the London Stock Exchange Islamic Finance News Aggregation Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50969/sharjah-islamic-bank-achieves-net-profit-of-272mln-in-2025 Income from Islamic financing investments and sukuk increased by AED175.0 million Islamic Finance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 21, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50957/islamic-bank-mal-raises-230m-in-gulfamprsquos-largest-seed-round Getting license approvals either directly from regulators or through acquiring existing banks can be “fraught with compliance and regulatory hurdles Islamic Finance News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51090/uae-in-pole-position-as-global-wealth-migration-surges About 35% of high-net-worth individuals are actively considering relocating to lower-tax and policy-stable jurisdictions Research, Comment and Analysis News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51093/kpmg-launches-policy-tool-to-ensure-national-readiness-of-critical-industries Critical industries are those considered essential to a nation’s security, economic stability, public health and societal functioning. Research, Comment and Analysis News Aggregation Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51079/uae-and-saudi-arabia-are-setting-the-benchmark-in-gulfamprsquos-growing-ipo-scene Expected listings include sectors such as logistics, utilities, technology, manufacturing and industrials. Research, Comment and Analysis News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51069/gcc-businesses-to-maintain-strong-credit-profiles-in-2026-sampampp As for credit appetite in the private sector, S&P expects demand for financing will remain strong this year. Research, Comment and Analysis News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51071/saudi-banking-sector-outlook-stable-on-higher-non-oil-growth-moodyamprsquos In January, S&P Global echoed a similar view, saying banks operating in Saudi Arabia are expected to sustain strong lending growth in 2026, driven by financing demand tied to Vision 2030 projects. Research, Comment and Analysis News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51073/retail-sector-outlook-for-2026-signals-continued-growth Retail sales in Q4 were notably boosted during the FIFA Arab Cup, which attracted visitors from across the Middle East and North Africa. Overall retail sales in 2025 reportedly reached $1 Research, Comment and Analysis News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51065/uae-banking-outlook-shifts-to-positive-despite-low-profitability-ampndash-moodyamprsquos The ratings agency anticipates UAE banks will maintain robust funding as economic buoyancy, structural reforms continue Research, Comment and Analysis News Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51057/knight-frank-further-rental-growth-forecast-as-strong-annual-performance-fuels-supply-squeeze-in-uaeamprsquos-industrial-and-logistics-market Dubai Industrial City recorded the highest year-on-year annual rental growth at 32% Research, Comment and Analysis News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51058/qatar-ceos-align-ai-investment-and-growth-with-national-transformation-priorities Strong confidence is also evident in dealmaking, with 90% of CEOs in Qatar planning to pursue a major acquisition over the next three years Research, Comment and Analysis News Aggregation Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51046/marakez-secures-egp-3bn-credit-facility-from-banque-misr Commenting on the agreement, Hisham Okasha said Banque Misr places strong emphasis on supporting real estate development companies Research, Comment and Analysis News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51062/umniabank-reports-strong-performance-for-2025-with-net-profit-of-mad57m Umnia Bank began operations in Morocco in 2017 as the country’s first participative bank. Investment Bank News Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50862/intesa-sanpaolo-strengthens-its-focus-on-the-middle-east-imi-cib-solidifies-its-role-as-a-strategic-partner-in-the-gulf-region These activities are further complemented by advisory and interest rate hedging operations. Investment Bank News Aggregation Team Friday, December 12, 2025 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50780/goldman-sachs-opens-middle-east-headquarters-in-saudi-arabia According to LSEG data, the investment bank drove dealmaking activity in the region over the first three quarters of 2025, topping the M&A league table in MENA with 24 deals valued at $104 billion Investment Bank News Aggregation Team Tuesday, December 09, 2025 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50764/cantor-establishes-abu-dhabi-office Ali Khalpey, Head of Middle East, Investment Banking & Capital Markets at Cantor joined earlier this year Investment Bank News Team Tuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50729/efg-hermes-reaches-successful-completion-of-advisory-for-cherry-trading-companyamprsquos-ipo-on-the-saudi-exchange The deal underscores grand market ambitions in equities and marks a meaningful addition to the Kingdom’s growing ECM pipeline Investment Bank News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50654/jpmorgan-expands-in-dubai-to-target-medium-sized-firms Global financial institutions are increasingly establishing operations in the Middle East to access oil wealth. Investment Bank News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 14, 2025 1:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50478/mena-dcm-breaks-all-records-nine-month-bond-issuance-hits-1259bln-sukuk-at-482bln HSBC secured the top spot in the MENA bond bookrunner ranking by LSEG’s Investment Banking Review, with $13.2 billion in related proceeds Investment Bank News Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50442/goldman-sachs-opens-office-in-kuwait Office Opening Deepens Partnership with Kuwait and Expands Capabilities in the Middle East Investment Bank News Team Friday, September 26, 2025 1:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50386/efg-hermes-concludes-advisory-on-premium-international-for-credit-services-10th-securitization-issuance-worth-egp224mln This marks the tenth issuance since Premium’s inception and the fourth under the seventh securitization program Investment Bank News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 23, 2025 1:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50362/efg-hermes-ksa-completes-advisory-on-the-ipo-of-jamjoom-fashion-the-company-behind-the-nayomi-and-mihyar-brands-on-nomu The offering attracted strong participation from a diverse base of high-quality local and international Qualified Investors Investment Bank News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/51087/egypt-cbe-catalyses-banking-sectoramprsquos-shift-toward-sustainable-finance Participants emphasised the need to reinforce climate-aligned financial systems across Egypt and Africa, strengthen resilience and ensure sustainable growth Planet SOS News Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50922/national-finance-continues-advancing-omanamprsquos-development-agenda-through-its-sustainable-finance-offering This focus aligns with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040, particularly in promoting environmentally conscious development across the financial sector Planet SOS News Team Monday, December 15, 2025 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50788/adib-strengthens-esg-ratings-with-msci-and-sustainalytics ADIB continues to strengthen its position as one of the highest-rated banks in the UAE and the wider region for ESG performance Planet SOS News Team Tuesday, December 09, 2025 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50761/sustainability-forum-middle-east-announces-garmco-as-forum-partner-for-its-2026-edition The Forum is held in the presence of H.E. Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Daina, Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affair Planet SOS News Team Tuesday, November 11, 2025 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50621/ebrd-invests-us-40-mil-in-infinity-to-accelerate-renewable-energy-growth-across-africa Funds for 3 GW of renewable energy projects to advance clean energy on the continent Planet SOS News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 28, 2025 12:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50530/oman-arab-bank-drives-sustainable-growth-through-innovation-and-national-talent OAB has been an active supporter of national digital initiatives Planet SOS News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 21, 2025 1:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50514/mecc-to-expand-scope-of-recycling-projects He pointed out that the Rawdat Rashid experience is a successful model that can be applied to other areas Planet SOS News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 24, 2025 1:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50373/sustainable-freight-can-deliver-major-co2-cuts-across-gcc-by-2035 PwC research across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar also finds that electric heavy-duty truck availability in the GCC remains limited Planet SOS News Aggregation Team Wednesday, August 13, 2025 1:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50153/qatarenergy-ranked-among-most-valued-global-energy-brands The region’s brands contributed $71.3bn to the ranking Planet SOS News Aggregation Team Friday, August 08, 2025 1:00 am https://middleeast.managersofwealth.com/article/50125/emerge-emirates-development-bank-to-collaborate-on-developing-financing-solar-projects-in-uae Through its tailored financing solutions and strategic support, EDB continues to drive innovation Planet SOS