Top 100 Arabs 2024

13. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair

Chairman, Mashreq

Origin: UAE

Residence: UAE

Sector: Finance

2023 Rank: 14

Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair is an influential figure in the region’s banking and business circles. Under his guidance, Mashreq has achieved remarkable financial results, with net profit surging to a record Dhs8.6bn for 2023, marking a 130 per cent increase year-on-year.

Stepping beyond the traditional realm of finance, Mashreq under Al Ghurair’s leadership has embarked on innovative ventures to diversify its offerings and enhance its brand presence, including sport sponsorship and digital operations in Pakistan.

Beyond his role at Mashreq, Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair holds significant leadership positions. He is board member of the Abdullah Al Ghurair Group of Companies, one of the biggest and most successful business groups in the region.

He serves as the chairman of Dubai Chambers and the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education, reflecting his commitment to advancing economic development and education in the region.

Al Ghurair is also the chairman of the UAE Banking Federation.

Mansoor Ebrahim Al-Mahmoud