Saudi Arabia posts $8bn Q3 deficit as lower oil prices weigh

Saudi Arabia posts $8bn Q3 deficit as lower oil prices weigh

The kingdom’s total spending came to SAR339bn in the quarter as it continued to spend heavily on its Vision 2030 transformation programme

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Path to Forward: ADGM reveals its new brand

With more than 2,000 entities, including 231 financial services firms, ADGM remains the MENA region’s only financial centre applying English Common Law directly

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Americas dominates VC funding in Q3, as AI, defence-tech thrive

According to KPMG, VC investment and deals remained subdued in Q3, as many VC investors globally remained in a holding pattern given the current uncertainties still permeating the market

GQG Partners to invest $500m in Alpha Dhabi

GQG Partners to invest $500m in Alpha Dhabi

This substantial investment reflects GQG Partners’ confidence in both Alpha Dhabi and the ADX as a platform for high-quality, long-term investments

Saudi PIF signs MoUs with Japanese lender worth up to $51bn

Saudi PIF signs MoUs with Japanese lender worth up to $51bn

The fund inked MoUs with Mizuho Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, MUFG Bank, Japan Bank for International Cooperation, and Nippon Export and Investment Insurance

Mubadala Capital, Temasek's Seviora Holdings to explore co-investment opps

Mubadala Capital, Temasek’s Seviora Holdings to explore investment opps

Singapore-based Seviora Holdings oversees assets worth $51.3bn as of June 30, offering a variety of investment strategies in public and private markets

Saudi Arabia’s Hassana to back $2bn Brookfield Middle East fund

Saudi Arabia’s Hassana to back $2bn Brookfield Middle East fund

The fund will target buyouts, structured solutions, and other investment opportunities across a range of strategic sectors, including technology and healthcare

Saudi wealth fund PIF to anchor Brookfield’s $2bn Middle East fund

Saudi wealth fund PIF to anchor Brookfield’s $2bn Middle East fund

The new private equity fund will target buyouts, structured solutions and other investment opportunities across a range of strategic sectors

Saudi Arabia’s United International kicks off SAR990m Riyadh IPO

Saudi Arabia’s United International kicks off SAR990m Riyadh IPO

The indicative price range was set between SAR120 and SAR132 per share, implying a market capitalisation of between SAR3bn and SAR3.3bn

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Bahrain’s new domestic minimum top-up tax: What it means for multinationals

From investment impact to compliance obligations, FTI Consulting’s Nilesh Ashar explores how this tax positions Bahrain on the international tax landscape while offering strategic reliefs to boost the economy

HDI Global’s Willem van Wyk on transforming risk management

HDI Global’s Willem van Wyk on transforming risk management

The MD of HDI Global’s Dubai office, van Wyk discusses the critical role of innovation and tailored solutions in enhancing resilience across industries

Dubai and Abu Dhabi race to lure world’s wealth managers

Dubai and Abu Dhabi race to lure world’s wealth managers

For both cities, the ease and clarity of regulations has been a significant draw for financial investors

Global financiers head to Saudi Arabia for Riyadh investment forum

Global financiers head to Saudi Arabia for Riyadh investment forum

Last year, deals worth $17.9bn were agreed at the forum and organisers say they expect $28bn in deals to be announced this year.

UAE: Islamic treasury bonds attract Dhs7.20bn in bids at Oct auction

UAE: Islamic treasury bonds attract Dhs7.20bn in bids at auction

The Islamic T-sukuk issuance programme plays a pivotal role in enhancing the UAE’s financial markets by contributing to the development of a UAE dirham-denominated yield curve

Joel van Dusen on how Mashreq is driving innovation in banking

Joel van Dusen on how Mashreq is driving innovation in banking

The group head of Corporate & Investment Banking at Mashreq says that incumbents now view fintechs as partners rather than competitors

Saudi Arabia’s United International Holding to sell 30% stake via IPO

Saudi Arabia’s United International Holding to sell 30% stake via IPO

The entire amount raised will be distributed to United Electronics Company (eXtra), the selling shareholder

BNP Paribas to scrap Bahrain as Middle East HQ and cut jobs

BNP Paribas to scrap Bahrain as Middle East HQ and cut jobs

The move comes as competition intensifies between Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh for regional financial dominance

ACCIONA secures green loan for GCC projects

ACCIONA secures EUR300m green loan to support GCC projects

The company has been involved in various infrastructure projects in the GCC, including metro extensions, desalination plants, and cultural museums

FAB announces robust results for Jan-sept 2024

Abu Dhabi: FAB reports Dhs12.9bn in net profit for Jan-Sept ’24

The bank’s total assets surged to Dhs1.2tn, reflecting a 5 per cent growth over last year

Oman’s OQ Exploration and Production raises $2bn in IPO

Oman’s OQ Exploration and Production raises $2bn in IPO

The offering was priced at the top of its indicative range of 370-390 baizas per share and was oversubscribed by around 2.7 times, including anchor investors

Abu Dhabi fund ADQ to acquire 96% of Bank Audi’s Turkish unit

Abu Dhabi fund ADQ to acquire 96% of Bank Audi’s Turkish unit

The fund’s investment will provide fresh capital, allowing Odeabank to leverage opportunities within the wider group

Hoxton Wealth's Chris Ball

Hoxton Wealth’s Chris Ball on the company’s rebranding and ambitious goals

From pivoting its business model to embracing technology in wealth management, Hoxton Wealth has set a strong foundation for the future, says its founder and managing partner

Dubai Islamic Bank issues $500m AT1 sukuk at 5.25% profit rate

DIB issues $500m AT1 sukuk at 5.25% profit rate

The proceeds from the sukuk will be used to strengthen the bank’s Tier 1 capital base, which supports its lending activities and future growth strategies

OKX shakes up Dubai’s crypto scene with new exchange

The launch was announced at a gala event at the Museum of the Future, Dubai, on October 10, 2024.

Egypt’s headline inflation jumps to 26.4% in September

Egypt’s headline inflation inches up to 26.4% in September

The country’s core inflation slowed to an annual 25 per cent from 25.1 per cent in August

Qatar’s QNB reports 5.4% jump in third-quarter net profit

Qatar’s QNB reports 5.4% jump in third-quarter net profit

The lender reported a nine-month net profit of QAR12.7bn to September 30, up 7 per cent from the previous year

Most Gulf markets fall on geopolitics, weak oil

Rising geopolitical tensions in the region are having a dampener on the Gulf markets

Abu Dhabi tops global ranking of cities managing SWF capital

Abu Dhabi tops global ranking of cities managing SWF capital

Abu Dhabi’s dominance in the SWF sector is not only due to its sheer capital but also its strategic investments and diversification across industries

How the UAE’s record budget will be spent in 2025

The budget maintains a balance between income and spending, with both revenues and expenditures approved at $19.6bn (Dhs71.5bn)

ADIA starts operations in India’s GIFT City office

Abu Dhabi fund ADIA boosts global presence with GIFT City office

The fund will undertake a phased transfer of certain existing Indian investments to its GIFT City subsidiary