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Network International: Navigating the future of digital payments

Network International: Navigating the future of digital payments

Jamal Al Nassai, group managing director for Merchant Services at Network International shares his insights on the company’s strategic direction, innovative solutions for merchants, and the future of digital payments in the region

TAQA prices $1.75bn dual-tranche bond offering, includes green bond

TAQA prices $1.75bn dual-tranche bond offering, includes green bond

The company has now secured a total of $1.85bn in green financing since 2023, supporting its ongoing decarbonisation efforts and expansion of its low-carbon energy portfolio

UAE insurance sector reports profits of Dhs2.5bn in 2023: CBUAE

UAE insurance sector reports Dhs2.5bn in profits in 2023: CBUAE

According to CBUAE, the insurance sector’s growth was driven by increased policy activity, investment returns, and a rising demand for coverage in key areas such as property and employment

Abu Dhabi’s non-oil economy grew 6.6% in Q2 2024

Abu Dhabi’s non-oil GDP surges by 6.6% in Q2 2024

The finance and insurance sector registered a record 13.4 per cent growth in Q2 2024, contributing 7.4 per cent to the GDP

Saudi's ROSHN secures $2.4bn syndicated loan to drive growth

Saudi’s ROSHN secures $2.4bn syndicated loan to drive growth

The credit facility is expected to provide ROSHN with the financial flexibility needed to pursue new opportunities and strengthen its position

RAKBANK, Magnati launch new merchant financing platform

RAKBANK, Magnati launch new merchant financing platform

In addition to loans, the platform offers a range of financial services, including invoice, POS and receivables financing, and insurance

Abu Dhabi, Dubai CDS drops; reflects fiscal resilience: CBUAE

Abu Dhabi, Dubai CDS drop; reflects fiscal resilience, says CBUAE

These developments reflect a robust economic landscape in the UAE, characterised by a solid banking sector and increasing investor confidence

Arada concludes $150m sukuk tap; 3.2 times oversubscribed

Arada successfully concludes $150m sukuk tap

The tap was priced at $102.54, yielding 7.35 per cent, a 15 basis points tightening from initial pricing thoughts

Arcapita, Dgpays consortium acquires majority stake in Mashreq's Neopay

Arcapita, Dgpays consortium acquires majority stake in Mashreq’s Neopay

Neopay, originally established as a strategic division within Mashreq, has expanded rapidly, becoming a key player in the UAE’s digital payments sector

UAE treasury bonds, sukuk programmes achieve Dhs25bn in issuances

UAE treasury bonds, sukuk programmes achieve Dhs25bn in issuances

The ministry’s efforts to strengthen the local currency bond market and diversify funding sources are crucial in fostering a stable financial landscape

Riyadh Air, Sutherland to develop digitally native financial operations

Riyadh Air, Sutherland to develop digitally native financial operations

This partnership supports Riyadh Air’s goal of becoming the world’s first fully digital airline as it prepares to expand to over 100 destinations by 2030

Botim Transforms Remittances with MENA’s First-Ever 'Send Now, Pay Later' Service

Botim unveils region’s first ‘Send Now, Pay Later’ remittance service

Catering primarily to the UAE’s large expatriate population, the SNPL feature offers financial flexibility, allowing users to send money abroad and pay in installments

PJT Partners to acquire Dubai-based deNovo Partners

US investment bank PJT Partners to acquire Dubai-based deNovo Partners

The deal will help PJT Partners expand its presence in the Middle East, giving it access to a diverse client base

UAE banking sector's liquid assets surpass Dhs800bn in Q2 2024

UAE banking sector’s liquid assets exceed Dhs800bn in Q2 2024

On a quarter-on-quarter basis, liquid assets rose by 2  per cent, or Dhs14.9bn, compared to Dhs786.6bn at the end of Q1 2023

Emirates NBD launches zero-fee UAE equity trading

Emirates NBD launches zero-fee UAE equity trading

The move is part of the bank’s broader strategy to support the growth of domestic stocks and drive economic expansion in the UAE

UAE central bank fines local bank with Dhs5m

UAE fines foreign bank Dhs5m for money laundering breaches

The central bank directed the foreign bank to present the regulator’s action to its board of directors

Paymob secures $22m extension to Series B funding, raises $72m in total

Paymob secures $22m extension to Series B funding, raises $72m in total

The additional funding will further boost Paymob’s efforts to expand its regional footprint and reinforce its position as a leading payments provider in the region

PGIM opens Abu Dhabi office, joining money managers’ rush to UAE capital

PGIM opens Abu Dhabi office, joining money managers’ rush to UAE capital

The investment management firm said it has served clients in the Middle East for many years, but Abu Dhabi office would be its first in the region

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EFG Hermes’ annual meet shines light on MENA investment opportunities

The event explored transformative innovations in capital markets and regulatory developments while highlighting investment prospects

Rorix Holdings' Finstreet unveils regulated digital trading platform at ADGM

Rorix Holdings’ Finstreet unveils regulated digital trading platform at ADGM

Finstreet’s subsidiaries – Finstreet Global Market, Finstreet Global Clearing and Settlement, and Finstreet Capital – have received financial services permissions from ADGM’s FSRA

OQ Exploration and Production to float IPO on Muscat Stock Exchange

Oman IPO: OQ Exploration and Production to float 25% stake on MSX

The subscription period is expected to commence this month, with the listing anticipated in October

Emaar The Economic City unveils SAR8.7bn COP, focuses on transformation

Emaar The Economic City unveils SAR8.7bn COP, focuses on transformation

The plan, developed based on extensive assessment and analysis, aims to provide a comprehensive solution to stabilise the company’s financial and operational platforms

UAE unveils AML, CFT national strategy 2024-27 Image courtesy WAM

UAE approves new AML, CFT national strategy for 2024-27

The strategy, formulated around 11 strategic goals, introduces legislative and regulatory reforms to combat money laundering and terrorism financing

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Private equity finds stability but momentum remains elusive, shows report

The report highlights that the sharp decrease in deal-making and exits over the past two years has largely plateaued in the early part of 2024

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ADX sees ETF trading net Dhs1.86bn from Jan to Aug

The exchange reported a trading volume of approximately 450.7 million ETF units across 19,853 transactions during this period

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Watch and learn: Tips traders can pick up from popular sports

Experts believe that popular sports can teach us many valuable lessons that can be successfully applied to fields such as trading

Beyond oil: The GCC’s M&A-driven transformation

GCC M&A surge: A blueprint for sustainable growth

While the timing of a full-throttle M&A market recovery is not entirely clear, dealmaking activity in the GCC gathered steam in H1 2024

In numbers: Saudi Arabia’s 24 Fintech 2024

In numbers: Saudi Arabia’s 24 Fintech 2024

To mark the fintech sector’s growing importance and in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, the inaugural 24 Fintech 2024 event is set to take place from September 3-5

Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) approves 61 new firms in H1 2024

Dubai Financial Services Authority approves 61 new firms in H1

DFSA’s efforts have also bolstered the growth of the capital markets within the DIFC, which remains the world’s largest market for ESG sukuk

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Industry insights: How Saudi Arabia’s fintech scene is evolving

The region’s fintech sector is rapidly transforming, driven by strong investments, supportive regulations, and visionary initiatives like Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. As the sector grows, industry leaders share their insights on what lies ahead