HSBC Strengthens Saudi Investment Banking Team with Three Senior Capital Markets Appointments

HSBC Strengthens Saudi Investment Banking Team with Three Senior Capital Markets Appointments

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: HSBC has strengthened its Capital Markets and Advisory franchise in Saudi Arabia with the appointment of three senior bankers across its mergers and acquisitions (M&A), equity capital markets (ECM), and leveraged and acquisition finance (LAF) businesses, reinforcing the bank’s long-term commitment to the Kingdom and the wider Middle East. The appointments, which […]

Standard Chartered: UAE Business Activity to Accelerate in Q3 2026

Standard Chartered: UAE Business Activity to Accelerate in Q3 2026

Dubai United Arab Emirates: Standard Chartered global research today announced its latest economic analysis, forecasting stronger momentum in UAE business activity during the third quarter of 2026, as regional tensions ease and attention shifts to the speed and scale of the GCC’s economic recovery. The Bank’s analysis indicates that the UAE’s June S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ […]

Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism

Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism Signs Strategic Partnership With Deutsche Bank to Boost Global Investment Into Dubai

Strategic collaboration creates clear pathways for investors, family offices, UHNWs, corporates, and family-owned businesses to establish and expand in the emirate Partnership supports the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, by contributing to FDI attraction, global wealth, entrepreneurial talent, and long-term business growth Dubai, United Arab Emirates: The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has signed an […]

NBK Wealth crowned Kuwait’s Best for Next-Gen 2026 by Euromoney

NBK Wealth crowned Kuwait’s Best for Next-Gen 2026 by Euromoney

NBK Wealth, the region’s leading wealth management group, has been named Kuwait’s Best for Next-Gen 2026 by Euromoney, the leading global financial publication, as part of its 2026 Private Banking Awards. This recognition reflects NBK Wealth’s excellence in spreading awareness of the value of investment among future generations and equipping them with the skills they […]

Ajman Bank signs agreement with Aurionpro to advance Islamic Treasury Systems Validation

Ajman Bank signs agreement with Aurionpro to advance Islamic Treasury Systems Validation

Ajman, UAE –  Ajman Bank has entered into an agreement with Aurionpro,  Islamic Treasury Systems a global leader in banking technology, for the validation of its Islamic Treasury Management System, based on the MX.3 platform, marking a critical phase in the bank’s ongoing efforts to reinforce the integrity, control, and resilience of its treasury operations. The […]

Digital Revolving Short-Term Loan Facility, Emirates NBD, Digital Loan Facility

Emirates NBD partners with Alba Cars to launch Digital Revolving Short-Term Loan Facility

Offers continuous access and flexibility, aligning with the bank’s journey to lead in digital banking and customer experience Dubai, UAE: Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye (MENAT) region, signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Alba Cars, Dubai’s most trusted used-car showroom to offer a Digital […]

Arab Bank Switzerland strengthens Middle East footprint with opening Dubai office in DIFC

Arab Bank Switzerland strengthens Middle East footprint with opening Dubai office in DIFC

Samir Atitallah appointed CEO to lead the Bank’s DIFC operation and support regional growth ambitions Experienced Board bringing together leading banking figures including Elissar Farah Antonios, former Citi UAE CEO and regional MENA Head Dubai – Arab Bank Switzerland, the Geneva-headquartered Swiss private banking group, announces the launch of ABS (Middle East) Limited in Dubai International […]

Deutsche Bank appoints Danelee Masia as Chief Country Officer for South Africa

Deutsche Bank appoints Best Danelee Masia as Chief Country Officer for South Africa

Deutsche Bank today announced the appointment of Danelee Masia as Chief Country Officer (CCO) for South Africa and General Manager of Deutsche Bank AG Johannesburg Branch. Danelee will serve as Deutsche Bank’s senior representative in the country, with overall responsibility for leading the franchise, maintaining strong governance standards, and deepening engagement with clients, regulators and key stakeholders. […]

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Becomes First Bank to Offer Instant Digital Home Financing Pre-Approval

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Becomes First Bank to Offer Instant Digital Home Financing Pre-Approval

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading Islamic financial institution, has partnered with the Abu Dhabi Housing Authority (ADHA) to provide eligible UAE nationals with enhanced digital pre-approval access to Shari’a-compliant home financing solutions. The initiative supports the UAE’s ongoing commitment to homeownership and family well-being, offering customers instant approval in principle for home […]