The United Arab Emirates’ economy grew 3.4% in the first quarter of 2024 compared with the same period the previous year, according to preliminary government estimates reported by the state news …
Dubai real estate: Binghatti unveils 770-unit luxury residential project in Al Jaddaf
Dubai-based property developer Binghatti has unveiled its latest project, Binghatti Ghost, in Al Jaddaf. The development marks the company’s return to the area after a two-year absence, driven by …
Network International partners with ruya Bank to revolutionise Islamic banking with digital payment technology
UAE: Network International (Network), a leading enabler of digital commerce in the Middle East and Africa, has announced a strategic partnership with ruya, the UAE’s digital-first Islamic community …
Tolins Tyres IPO opens today: Should you apply for the issue?
The IPO’s valuation appears reasonable … Tolins benefits from better margins through strategic rubber stockpiling and tax efficiencies via its UAE subsidiary, said Canara Bank Securities. “Apollo …
UAE: Invest Bank logs $26mln net profits in H1-24
Net interest income hiked year-on-year (YoY) to AED 92.76 million in H1-24 from AED 45.97 million, according to the financial results. Earnings per share (EPS) hit AED 0.0004 in the first six months …
Russian cash threatens to price British expats out of Dubai
British expats are being priced out of Dubai as property is snapped up by wealthy Russians following the Ukraine invasion. Since 2022, Russian nationals have bought up $6.3 billion (£4.8 billion) in …
NMDC Group’s IPO of NMDC Energy closes 31.3 times oversubscribed, generating total gross demand of AED 88 billion
NMDC Group, a leader in engineering, procurement, construction, and marine dredging, today announces the successfu …
How to obtain a Dubai Golden Visa through real estate investment
Secure a 10-year renewable residency in Dubai with a minimum investment of ₹4.57 crore, valid as long as property ownership is maintained. Visa holders can also sponsor family members …
Grant Thornton’s Hisham Farouk on trade, sustainable finance and ESG
Grant Thornton’s CEO shares the firm’s strategies for bolstering cross-border business and importance of green finance and digital transformation …
UAE digital bank LIV revamps credit card with 4% cashback and lifestyle offers
UAE digital bank Liv has revamped its credit card proposition, offering customers 4 per cent cash back and a variety of lifestyle awards. As part of the revamp, Liv has reintroduced its credit cards …
Savings of up to Dh77,000: High rents in Dubai see some tenants move to Sharjah, Ajman, UAQ
Although rental rates are rising in the northern emirates, they are still significantly lower than most Dubai communities …
LedgerAI Partners Secures First of Numerous Letters of Intent with Financial Recovery Strategies (FRS) to Revolutionize Business Intelligence
The LOI with FRS positions LedgerAI as a leader in AI innovation. Aura Vision is not just another tool; it’s a revolutionary platform that will redefine how companies like FRS operate – making …
Financial Services and Compliance Tech Platform Grath Announces Expansion into Middle East
Grath, a global platform for financial services and regulatory compliance technology, is pleased to announce its strategic expansion into Middle East.
UAE financial markets ‘a bridge between East and West’
The Dubai Financial Market and the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange are ranked among the best performing markets in the world for 2013. World Finance spoke to Fathi Ben Grira, CEO of MENACORP, about his …
Dubai International Financial Centre has been a catalyst for development in the Gulf region
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) was established in 2004 as a special economic zone to provide companies with world-class infrastructure. Its opening brought about a paradigm shift for …
UAE: Local stocks gain $16.6bln in a week
The market gains were AED 52.8 billion for the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and AED 8 billion for the Dubai Financial Market (DFM). The market capitalisation of listed shares rose from AED …
CFI expands UAE-regulated entity to Abu Dhabi
CFI Financial Group has announced the expansion of its UAE-regulated entity, CFI Financial Markets LLC (CFI UAE), into Abu Dhabi in a strategic move that deepens the CFD broker’s presence in the …