While purchasing a property through mortgage finance, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) regulations stipulate that banks and financial institutions must ensure a minimum buyer contribution …
UAE Free Zones in Tax Planning for Digital and Consulting Businesses
Expert analysis of UAE Free Zone tax planning for digital and consulting businesses. Corporate tax rules, QFZP eligibility, substance requirements, PE risks and transfer pricing compliance under …
Dubai anchors real estate tokenization on XRP ledger as token climbs 2%
Dubai Land Department launched its first blockchain real estate platform, Prypco Mint, using the XRP Ledger.
UAE GDP up 5.1 per cent to $381bn in first nine months of 2025 as non-oil sector tops $272bn
UAE GDP expanded 5.1 per cent to $381bn in first nine months of 2025, with non-oil sector exceeding $272bn, according to FCSC …
Dubai’s top bank accelerates Asia push as flows surge
Emirates NBD Bank PJSC is expanding its footprint in Asia as capital flows between the Middle East and fast-growing Asian markets gather pace.
Real Estate as a Bridge in Financing, an Alternative Investment and Its Scope in the Dubai Market
Real estate in Dubai is shifting from being viewed mainly as a final investment destination to serving as a bridge for capital. Investors are increasingly …
Dubai bank Emirates NBD launches silver bars from 100g to 1kg
Emirates NBD on Thursday announced the launch of silver bars, expanding its precious metals portfolio in response to growing customer demand for diversified and non-correlated investment options.Dubai …
Mashreq raises $500m in first UAE bank capital deal of 2026
With overwhelming demand, AT1 bond issuance not only strengthens bank’s financial position but also signals a positive outlook for UAE banks in global markets …
Chicago hedge fund Balyasny expanding to Abu Dhabi
Gift Article 10 Remaining As a subscriber, you have 10 articles to gift each month. Gifting allows recipients to access the article for free. About two years after opening an office in Dubai, Dmitry …
Mashreq kicks-off the UAE bank’s subordinated issuance for 2026 – Successfully prices $500mln additional Tier 1 bond offering
Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, and rated A3 (Moody’s), A (S&P) and A (Fitch), all with a stable outlook, successfully priced a US$500mn Additional Tier 1 bond …
National Bank of Fujairah and Fanar Advisor sign MoU to strengthen SME banking distribution
The collaboration will support NBF’s customer acquisition strategy across SME and corporate banking products, reinforcing a disciplined and scalable distribution framework …
Dubai Chambers empowers SMEs with alternative banking solutions in cooperation with 4 fintech companies
Dubai Chambers has enhanced its efforts in providing the business community with access to advanced and alternative banking services. This initiative is enabled through Memorandums of Understanding …
Dubai Chambers, Qashio tie up to ease finance access for SMEs
SMEs account for more than 94 per cent of companies operating in the UAE and contribute over half of the country’s non-oil GDP …
UAE-regulated Fuze expands into Jordan after central bank approval
UAE-regulated Fuze, a leading digital assets infrastructure provider, has expanded into the Kingdom of Jordan after receiving approval to join the Central Bank of Jordan regulatory sandbox for …
Nasdaq Dubai shatters records as sukuk listings top $100bn for first time
Record issuance from sovereigns, banks and corporates pushed Nasdaq Dubai’s outstanding sukuk listings beyond $100 billion in 2025 …
Nasdaq Dubai posts strongest year on record with outstanding sukuk value surpassing US$100 billion
DUBAI, 16th February, 2026 (WAM) — Nasdaq Dubai attracted a record number of Sukuk listings in 2025, supported by sustained issuance activity from regional and international issuers and continued …
Dubai Chambers empowers SMEs with alternative banking solutions
Dubai Chambers has signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with four specialised FinTech companies as part of its efforts in providing the business community with access to advanced and alternative …