DUBAI, 5th December, 2025 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, …
Man Group joins hedge fund peers planning offices in Abu Dhabi
Man Group Plc, the world’s largest publicly-traded hedge fund, is expanding to Abu Dhabi, joining a growing number of asset managers and traders setting up in the region.
UAE unveils major tax changes, holiday dates and record real estate growth – 10 things you missed this week
The UAE announced new tax and VAT rules, 2026 holiday dates and record real estate growth, while the GCC saw major policy shifts …
UAE’s SCA cracks down on market risks with new digital watchdog system
Smart risk-assessment tech will help the UAE regulator spot threats faster, cut red tape and boost investor protection …
Subsidiary of UAE’s Amanat Holdings lists 30% on Tadawul following successful IPO
The IPO price was set at the top end of the range, with an institutional order book of approximately $16.89bln, implying an oversubscription rate of 103x …
UAE-based Mashreq Capital adds Bitcoin to new retail-facing fund
UAE-based Mashreq Capital, a leading asset manager operating out of DIFC (Dubai International Financial Center), has announced the launch of BITMAC, a multi-asset investment mutual fund that includes …
Ministry of Finance signs 3rd agreement under ‘Retail Sukuk’ initiative with Emirates Islamic Bank
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has signed the 3rd agreement under the “Retail Sukuk” initiative with Emirates Islamic Bank, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, enabling UAE …
Dubai’s credit profile strengthens due to lower debt, banks’ real estate exposure
Dubai’s credit profile has strengthened significantly due to low exposure to real estate and lower-than-estimated government debt, a US bank said in a note. During the 2008-09 global financial crisis, …
Emirates NBD becomes the world’s first bank awarded WiredScore Platinum and SmartScore Platinum for digital connectivity and smart technology
Emirates NBD Group Head Office and Emirates NBD KSA New Head Office achieve the highest global Platinum certifications, aligning with national visions of technology-enabled, sustainable cities …
UAE rolls out new VAT rules starting 2026, promising faster, easier processes
The UAE is giving its VAT system a 2026 refresh, and yes, it’s all about making things smoother, clearer, and more efficient for everyone dealing with taxes. The Ministry of Finance has officially …
Dubai property buyers should not worry about high mortgage rates – Here’s why
Dubai: Want to buy a property in Dubai or the UAE? But worried that interest rates – and mortgages – are not dropping fast enough? Property buyers needn’t be – because banks in the UAE are offering …
Bybit Institutional to Host Gala in Abu Dhabi, Marking “The New Era of Institutional Digital Finance”
Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, will host the Bybit Institutional Gala on December 5, 2025 in Abu Dhabi. The exclusive, invite-only event will convene …
UAE homebuyers see faster mortgage approvals as AI automates paperwork
AI is transforming the UAE mortgage journey as Holo automates document checks, income verification and lender formatting …
AI is accelerating mortgage approvals for UAE homebuyers
As AI adoption accelerates, the UAE’s mortgage journey will continue to evolve into a faster, cleaner, and more transparent and seamless process, one that reflects the nation’s ambition to build one …
Family businesses in Dubai: DIFC and Emirates NBD sign strategic partnership to support UHNWIs
DIFC and Emirates NBD sign deal to enhance governance, succession planning and wealth preservation for Dubai UHNWIs …
The UAE Advantage: Why Dubai Continues to Attract Asia’s Wealth
With UHNW families now living increasingly global lives, advisers must understand not only local structures and opportunities, but also the international jurisdictions shaping client decisions. In …
Dubai real estate sector booms with AED23.8bn of transactions in the last week of November 2025, Jumeirah apartments give big boost
Dubai’s real estate sector experienced a robust week, with transactions totalling AED 23.8 billion (USD 6 billion) from November 24 to 28. Sales transactions dominated the figures, reaching AED 19.49 …