Abu Dhabi: The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has issued its 2024 Financial Stability Report, which includes a comprehensive assessment of financial system stability and financial developments across sectors amidst increased global challenges and risks. The report affirmed the robustness of the UAE banking sector, supported by strong capital and liquidity buffers, alongside […]
Khaleeji Bank announces exclusive offers for clients applying to transfer their credit card balances
Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain: Khaleeji Bank, one of the leading Islamic Banks in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has recently announced an exclusive, limited time package of privileges for clients who apply to transfer their credit card balances to Khaleeji. Through this offer, Khaleeji will waive its profit for six months, reducing the profit rate to 0% […]
Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) Keeps Base Rate Unchanged at 4.40%
This decision was taken following the US Federal Reserve’s announcement today to keep the Interest Rate on Reserve Balances (IORB) unchanged. Abu Dhabi: The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has decided to maintain the Base Rate applicable to the Overnight Deposit Facility (ODF) at 4.40%. This decision was taken following the US Federal Reserve’s announcement […]
Ajman Bank and MENSA Technologies partners to transform WPS services in the UAE
Ajman, United Arab Emirates: Ajman Bank, one of the leading Shariah-compliant banks in the UAE, has partnered with MENSA Technologies, an innovative fintech company, in a strategic alliance aimed at enhancing the delivery of Wage Protection System (WPS) services across the region. This collaboration combines Ajman Bank’s robust banking infrastructure with MENSA Technologies’ agile digital payroll […]
AFS and Oman Arab Bank unveil pioneering digital payments platform
Reaffirms a shared commitment to pioneering innovation, setting an elevated benchmark for digital banking experiences across Oman. Muscat: Arab Financial Services (AFS), the Middle East and Africa’s premier digital payment solutions provider and fintech enabler, today announced a significant expansion of its enduring strategic partnership with Oman Arab Bank (OAB). This expansion reaffirms a shared […]
NBK Reports KD 315.3 Million in H1 2025 Net Profit, Up 7.8% YoY
Vice Chairman and Group CEO Speaks on the Sidelines of the 1H2025 Analysts’ Conference Call Our loan portfolio recorded Strong growth, both in Kuwait and through our international operations Our regional and global footprint continues to play a key role in mitigating risks and sustaining earnings stability Confident in our ability to navigate challenges, we […]
CBUAE and Mercury launch Joint Venture to Strengthen UAE’s National Financial Market Infrastructure
Abu Dhabi: The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) and Mercury have announced the formation of a strategic joint venture, Unitey Business Services, aiming at supporting the Financial Infrastructure Transformation programme (FIT) launched by the CBUAE. This joint venture will enhance the operations of the UAE’s national financial market infrastructure and meet the highest […]
CBUAE and Presight Launch AI-Powered Joint Venture to Drive UAE’s Financial Infrastructure Transformation Programme
This strategic partnership marks a major milestone in the UAE’s journey to strengthen resilience, and harness artificial intelligence across every facet of its financial ecosystem. ABU DHABI – The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) and Presight, a leading AI and big data analytics company, have announced the launch of a groundbreaking joint […]
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank reports $1.09bln pre-tax profit in H1 2025, up 16% YoY
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) today announced a 16 percent year-on-year increase in pre-tax net profit for the first half of 2025, reaching AED4 billion, reflecting strong balance sheet growth, continued business momentum, and a rising customer base. The bank delivered another record performance in Q2 2025, with pre-tax net profit up 14 percent year-on-year […]
Standard Chartered Launches UAE’s First Sustainable Escrow and Account Bank Solution
New solution enables clients to align cash deposits with sustainability goals through a market-first offering available in the UAE and beyond. Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Standard Chartered announced today the launch of the UAE’s first Sustainable Escrow and Account Bank solution, allowing clients to embed sustainability into their cash management strategies. The new solution enables […]