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US Fed cuts rates for first time this year: How it will impact the GCC

The UAE’ central bank also reduced the base rate applied to its overnight deposit facility by 25 bps to 4.15 per cent, from 4.40 per cent, effective Thursday

Saudi Central Bank announces 4-year holiday calendar for banks

Saudi Central Bank announces 4-year holiday calendar for banks: What you need to know

The update spans four years, from 2026 through 2029, and is aimed at ensuring transparency and continuity in financial services

How GenAI, private cloud synergy are transforming the financial sector

How GenAI, private cloud synergy are transforming the financial sector

As GenAI revolutionises customer experiences, we explore the pivotal role of technological innovations and regulatory frameworks in shaping the future of financial services

ADCB obtains Saudi banking licence in regional expansion push

ADCB secures Saudi banking licence in regional expansion push

The bank will provide services for both corporate and institutional clients, including financing and working capital solutions

GCC central banks raise interest rates tracking US Fed move

GCC central banks raise interest rates in lockstep with the US Fed

GCC central banks normally change their interest rates in lockstep with the US Fed as Gulf countries’ currencies are pegged to the dollar

Abdulla Almoayed of Tarabut Gateway image Tarabut Gateway

Tarabut Gateway completes Saudi open banking certification

These developments follow the $32m Series A fundraise and partnership with Visa aimed at strengthening its presence in the Saudi market

Saudi Arabia’s foreign reserves fell from SAR1.57tn the previous month

Saudi Arabia’s net reserves fall to $410bn, lowest since 2010

The central bank said the net foreign assets dropped to SAR1.54tn in April from SAR1.57tn the previous month

Abdulla Almoayed, founder and CEO of Tarabut Gateway

Tarabut Gateway raises $32m to fund Saudi expansion

The open banking platform plans to use the proceeds of the Series A funding round to accelerate growth in Saudi Arabia

UAE central bank raises base rate _ feb 2023

UAE central Bank raises base rate by 25 basis points

The central banks of Saudi Arabia and Bahrain also increased their interest rates after the US Federal Reserve raised its target interest rate