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Mubadala-backed Cepsa signs biofuels agreement with Lidl’s owner

The first biomethane plant will have a capacity of up to 100 GWh and will feed Cepsa’s planned green hydrogen and biofuels facilities

ADIB facilitates Dhs5.6bn in sustainable finance in 2023

UAE’s ADIB facilitated Dhs5.6bn in sustainable finance in 2023

The Islamic bank recently unveiled 2030 emissions reduction targets for six key portfolio sectors including home and auto finance

Investment firm Ardian raises $3.2bn for sixth co-investment fund

Investment firm Ardian raises $3.2bn for sixth co-investment fund

The new fund attracted 188 investors from Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia

Saudi Arabia’s PIF swings to $36.8bn profit in 2023

Saudi Arabia’s wealth fund PIF swings to $36.8bn profit in 2023

Under Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia has poured hundreds of billions of dollars through the fund into projects, including NEOM

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MENA sukuk market flourishes in H1, fuelled by ESG, sovereign issuances

Saudi Arabia emerged as the leading issuer, accounting for $3.98bn from five sukuk, while the UAE contributed the remaining $2.25bn

AXA IM Alts grows global presence with ADGM office

French investment firm AXA IM Alts expands global footprint with ADGM office

The Abu Dhabi office will be primarily focused on capital raising across AXA IM Alts’ private and alternative assets range

DBS, Mashreq partner to boost cross-border payments

Singapore’s DBS, Mashreq join forces for same-day cross-border payments

The service will enable Mashreq’s retail customers to make peer-to-peer global payments in select markets across Asia, Europe and the Americas

Currency

How will India’s new automated currency exchange rate module help traders?

Exchange rates will be updated twice a month, allowing traders to stay abreast of the latest currency valuations, without delays

Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul completes acquisition of 32.6% stake in DME Holdings

Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul completes acquisition of 32.6% stake in DME Holdings

The investment will accelerate the Gulf Mercantile Exchange’s growth as a regional commodities leader well-positioned to capture global commodity demand

Fourth Milling Company plans to list 30% stake in IPO

Saudi Arabia’s Fourth Milling Company plans to list 30% stake in IPO, CMA says

The company was part of a wider privatisation programme under Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy aimed at diversifying the oil-dominated economy

Oracle Mashreq

Mashreq Bank to roll out Oracle’s core banking system globally

With Oracle’s common data platform, Mashreq said it will also have the infrastructure needed for advanced analytics, compliance, and strategic decision-making

UAE raises $1.5bn from 10-year bonds

UAE returns to bond market, raising $1.5bn in 10-year bonds

The debt is rated Aa2, the third-highest investment grade, by Moody’s and one step lower at AA- by Fitch Ratings

UAE reportedly considering 10-year golden business licences

UAE: New guidelines for public-private partnerships, Sandbox Conditions regulation

The PPP Manual and the Sandbox Conditions regulation are crucial steps in the UAE’s strategy to build the country’s business ecosystem

HSBC

HSBC chooses UAE to debut its global trading platform

HSBC said its WorldTrader platform connects to 77 exchanges across 25 markets

stock markets

Subscriptions open for Chimera JP Morgan Global Sukuk ETF: How to invest

Investors can subscribe to the ETF units, during the offering period, which runs until July 2

Abu Dhabi launches first-of-its-kind Family Business Index

Abu Dhabi launches first-of-its-kind Family Business Index

The index will provide a deeper understanding of the role and impact of family businesses on the economy and society

KFH plans to acquire a stake in Saudi Investment Bank

Kuwait’s KFH reportedly plans to acquire a stake in Saudi Investment Bank

Deliberations between the two lenders are reportedly ongoing but there is no certainty that they will result in a deal

Evaluating the current tech rally: Is it time to reconsider your investment strategy?

Evaluating the current tech rally: Is it time to reconsider your investment strategy?

Investors should assess their portfolios, consider strategic adjustments to mitigate risks and capitalise on opportunities, advises the head of Strategy at Saxo Bank

UAE banks provide Dhs15.6bn to trade, industrial sectors in Q1 2024

UAE banks provide Dhs15.6bn to trade, industrial sectors in Q1 2024

National banks accounted for 90 per cent of the combined credit to the two sectors, while the remaining 10 per cent (Dhs84.3bn) came from foreign banks

IHC’s shareholders approve Dhs5bn buyback plan

UAE’s IHC shareholders approve Dhs5bn share buyback program

The conglomerate said the rationale behind the buyback is driven by its robust financial standing, characterised by significant cash flow and a strong balance sheet

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Bahrain attracted record FDI inflows of $6.8bn in 2023

The top countries contributing to Bahrain’s FDI stocks as part of a diverse portfolio include Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the UAE

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UAE Ministry of Finance unveils key new projects to boost competitiveness

These projects, led by the Ministry of Finance, are part of the UAE’s comprehensive strategy to future-proof its economy and reinforce its status as a leading global financial hub

UAE - Millionaire

Wealth Migration Report 2024: The UAE remains a millionaire’s favourite country

The report shows a significant increase in HNWI migrations, highlighting a growing trend of millionaires seeking stability and opportunity in favourable jurisdictions

Careem app

Payrails and Careem: Strategic partnership to upgrade payment integration in MENA

By leveraging Payrails’ platform, Careem can route payments along the most strategic paths, driving higher payment conversions and simplifying the checkout experience for its customers

Abu Dhabi Government lists $5bn bonds on local exchange

Abu Dhabi Government lists $5.3bn bonds on local exchange

The stock exchange said that the listing will be in three tranches, starting on June 21

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China approves first ETFs tracking Saudi equities, fund managers say

Through the ETF, investors in China will be able to trade Saudi stocks including Saudi Aramco and Saudi National Bank

National Bank of Egypt secures $1bn syndicated loan

National Bank of Egypt secures $1bn syndicated loan

The proceeds from the facility will be used for general corporate funding purposes and trade finance requirements of NBE, providing essential support to its operations and growth

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Aditum, SCB partner on new fund structure; 4 funds launched, 10 approved

This launch marks a major milestone as the first fund structure to be made available to UAE investors under the new UAE regulatory regime for public funds

Apple turns to third parties for ‘buy now, pay later’

Apple turns to third parties for ‘buy now, pay later’ after sunsetting product

The tech giant said its new solution will enable it to bring flexible payments to more users, in more places across the globe

Advent and ADIA unit to acquire minority stake in Fisher Investments

Advent and ADIA unit to acquire minority stake in Fisher Investments

The money-management firm oversees $275bn for more than 150,000 clients including individuals and institutions