DFM’s total consolidated revenue increased by 191% to AED 888.9 million in the first half of 2025, driven by strong trading activity and diversified income streams and one-off income from the sale of an investment property. Total traded value grew by 77% year-on-year to AED 85 billion, with institutional investors accounting for 71% of activity. […]
Baron Capital Expands Global Footprint and Establishes Office in Dubai
New office reinforces Baron Capital’s commitment to serving investors in the Middle East DUBAI, United Arab Emirates & NEW YORK- Baron Capital, a premier growth equity investment firm with a 43-year track record of long-term fundamental investing, today announced the opening of a new office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Located in the Dubai International […]
Kuwait’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) launches nation’s first securities-based crowdfunding service
The CMA confirmed that Al-Mawazi Capital has become the first company registered in its securities-based financial technology services registry. KUWAIT CITY – In a landmark move aimed at advancing financial innovation, Kuwait’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) on Sunday announced the official launch of the country’s first securities-based crowdfunding service, marking a significant step toward diversifying […]
Alpaca and ZAD Partner to Bring Shariah-Compliant Investing Globally
NEW YORK & KUWAIT CITY– Alpaca, a self-clearing broker-dealer and brokerage infrastructure API, and ZAD, a leading Kuwait-based investment platform for Shariah-compliant US stocks and ETFs, announced their strategic partnership to expand access to Shariah-compliant investment products. This partnership continues to open financial access for investors seeking to align their financial growth with Islamic principles. With global […]
Belong: Fintech platform offers NRIs safe & easy investment options in India
Licensed by IFSCA – regulator of GIFT City, India. USD-based FDs with higher returns, shorter tenures, no Rupee depreciation risks, doorstep KYC, 100% repatriation and no tax on the returns. Belong also launches a transparent and seamless Indian tax filing service for NRIs. Dubai, UAE: Belong, a new fintech platform for global Indians to invest safely […]
Lighthouse Canton and Blue Sail Partners AG partners to Expand Cross-Border Capital Advisory Services
Lighthouse Canton and Blue Sail Partners AG have announced a strategic cooperation, leveraging Lighthouse Canton’s reach in Asia, India, the Middle East, and the UK, with Blue Sail Partners’ European and Swiss expertise, to address the increasing need for sophisticated financial solutions and cross-border advisory services in these regions. The partnership will enable both companies […]
Wealthbrix Launches in DIFC with eight-figure investment to Redefine Wealth Management
Wealthbrix Capital Partners Limited, a newly launched independent wealth management firm, today announced its official market entry from Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA region). Founded by a team of seasoned professionals from private banking and asset management, the firm brings together […]
BridgeWise launches SignalWise to deliver AI-driven, real-time market intelligence for investors
Since entering the MENA region in April 2025 with the launch of its regional headquarters in Dubai, the AI-powered investment intelligence platform has unveiled a cutting-edge solution that provides personalized alerts and contextual insights across asset classes, empowering trading platforms and wealth advisors to boost user engagement and help investors make timely, informed decisions in […]
Stake Launches Pay to Card With Checkout.com to Democratise Access to Real Estate Investment
Dubai, UAE: Stake, one of the leading digital and global real estate investment platforms, has launched Pay to Card, a breakthrough withdrawal feature powered by global digital payments company, Checkout.com. The new solution enables investors to receive their dividends and returns directly to their bank cards, often in just minutes, marking a major step forward […]
Mena wealth platform Vault announces Public Launch with latest investment from Peak XV Partners
Vault opens its digital private wealth platform to investors across MENA—delivering transparent, fiduciary-first advisory for the modern affluent. Vault opens its digital private wealth platform to investors across MENA—delivering transparent, fiduciary-first advisory for the modern affluent. As Peak XV Partners’ first wealthtech investment in the region, this backing represents a significant milestone for wealth management […]
