The report anticipates moderate growth in global FDI in 2025, driven by improved financing conditions and an increase in mergers and acquisitions
Payment service providers need to rethink their business model and take advantage of their customer relationships to offer more diversified services that meet the changing needs of consumers and businesses
We look at how companies can navigate the compliance landscape in the Middle East
The changes would need the approval of Syria’s new governing authority, though the process is unclear at this stage
B2B BNPL transaction volumes are expected to hit $25-30tn by 2030, according to the ADL report
The success of this hybrid issuance underscores the growing investor confidence in its ability to deliver on its transformational growth strategy
New tax regimes in the GCC nations will unleash a new era of growth and economic resilience for the region
The Shariah-compliant financing structure forms part of PIF’s continued objective of diversifying its funding sources
ECG2.0-Fund2 anticipates exiting its industrial services platform through an initial public offering (IPO) targeted within two years
The fee updates follow a series of consultations with the ADGM business community in 2023, focusing on expanding the jurisdiction and improving the ease of doing business
The volume of shares traded during 2024 exceeded 142 billion shares; 90.16 billion shares traded on the ADX and 51.85 billion shares on DFM
The operations involved multiple entities, including Dubai Police’s Anti-Money Laundering Unit, the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit, Dubai Customs, and the International Cooperation Department at the UAE Ministry of Justice
Egypt, grappling with high inflation and shortages of foreign currency, agreed to the $8bn, 46-month facility in March
The CBUAE’s economic review concludes that the UAE’s economy is on a steady growth trajectory, with strong contributions from both the oil and non-oil sectors
The blue bond, priced at a 5.25 per cent coupon rate for a five-year term, will directly contribute to advancing two critical United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
The decision is expected to influence lending rates and liquidity conditions across the country
The UAE’s payments sector is undergoing a rapid transformation, spurred by government initiatives, fintech innovations, and a shift from cash to digital transactions
Money20/20 Middle East aims to become the largest fintech event in the region, featuring a diverse lineup of keynote speakers, panel discussions and networking opportunities
The chatbot ensures that users receive reliable and accurate information, available 24/7 to accommodate a global investor base
The strategic partnership will exclusively focus on portfolio senior fund financing to private equity funds, supporting growing demand for liquidity and capital solutions within private markets
Through the Angel Investor Support Package, Hub71 is positioning Abu Dhabi as a global leader in technology and innovation
Golub, which had more than $70bn of capital under management as of October 1, has received preliminary approval for a licence to operate out of the Abu Dhabi Global Market
The UAE will impose a minimum top-up tax of 15 per cent on large multinational companies operating in the country from next month
The event will provide opportunities for networking, thought leadership, and collaboration on the future of finance
The partnership will unlock up to $10bn in financing for Saudi Vision 2030 projects, boosting cooperation and commercial collaboration between the two nations
The UAE is poised for rapid advancements in financial technology innovations, artificial intelligence, and blockchain technology
The total number of operational entities within ADGM’s jurisdiction jumped to 2,251, a robust 31 per cent year-on-year growth
The company’s direct listing on the ADX will serve as a catalyst for its next phase of growth, marking a new era of purposeful, community-driven business success
The DFSA plans to continue its rigorous enforcement measures and provide clear regulatory guidance to all entities operating within the DIFC
With the backing of two of the GCC’s leading banks, LoanBook is well-positioned to continue its mission of modernising the syndicated loan market