Rising inflation and political uncertainties are destablizing the global economy. But one sector has fared better than others: financial technology or Fintech. Dubai is seizing the opporutnity to bank …
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Haidilao’s Overseas Hotpot Unit Files for IPO on HKEX Ahead of Debuts in UAE, Spain
The major hotpot chain acknowledged that the IPO plan involves risks. Haidilao has little or no experience in operating restaurants in the UAE and Spain so it may not be able to predict market changes …
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UAE: Central Bank launches campaign to enhance standards of payment transfers
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), in cooperation with the Ministry of Interior (MoI) and a number of law enforcement partners, has launched an awareness campaign aimed at enhancing community …
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UAE Central Bank launches campaign on remittances using registered Hawala providers
UAE banking regulator launches campaign for hawala providers registration system Dubai: The UAE Central Bank has launched a campaign to raise community awareness about laws and standards for …
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Middle East’s best bank for financing 2022: First Abu Dhabi Bank
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is yet again the deserved winner of the award for the Middle East’s best bank for financing.
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Emiratis drawn to private sector by remote working rules, says bank chief
Flexible hours and remote working conditions will attract more young Emiratis to join the private sector, a senior banking executive said on Wednesday. Abdulla Qassem, group chief operating officer …
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JPMorgan appoints co-heads of Mideast investment banking
JPMorgan has appointed Hani Deaibes and Ahmed Salem as co-heads of its Middle East and North Africa investment banking business, the U.S. bank said in a statement on Thursday.
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One-year leave to start businesses in UAE: Initiative will create more jobs, say experts
On Thursday, the UAE announced that those Emiratis who will avail of one-year leave to start a new venture would get half of their salaries and also retain their government jobs in order to encourage …
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As Sri Lanka’s ruling Rajapaksas flee, Pandora Papers reveal ties to UAE properties
With furor over the powerful family’s riches at a fever pitch, foiled escape to Dubai spotlights special relationship to the emirate.
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TotalEnergies CEO Says Talks With UAE Underway For Diesel Imports: Report
TotalEnergies SE (NYSE: TTE) is looking to import diesel and other fuels from the United Arab Emirates to stock up on alternatives to Russian supplies ahead of winter, Bloomberg reported. “Under the …
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MENA Banking Excellence Award 2022 Winners Revealed | Special Report Now Available For Download
MENA Banking Excellence Awards. MEED extends a huge thank you to all participating banks in the inaugural MENA Banking Excellence Awards and the warmest of …
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MENA Banking Excellence Award 2022 Winners Revealed | Special Report Now Available For Download
MENA Banking Excellence Awards. MEED extends a huge thank you to all participating banks in the inaugural MENA Banking Excellence Awards and the warmest of …
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Dubai: Emirates NBD offers paid internships to 300 UAE students
Emirates NBD, the largest bank in Dubai, has launched a programme to nurture a pool of 300 future-ready Emirati interns over the next four years.The “National Digital Talent Programme” is targeted at …
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UAE sees high fuel prices after becoming accustomed to cheap gas
Gas prices have spiked in the United Arab Emirates since the beginning of this year, a different reality in a region where fuel had been cheap in recent years.
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UAE-based UK expat makes surprising career shift at age 40 after quitting as a senior bank executive
“The first major item I wanted to buy as a young child was a windsurfer (a sailboard), and I worked for over a year doing odd jobs to save up to Dh1,102 [$300] and buy it,” said James Miller, 48, a …
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UAE-based UK expat makes career shift at age 40 after quitting as a senior bank executive
“The first major item I wanted to buy as a young child was a windsurfer (a sailboard), and I worked for over a year doing odd jobs to save up to Dh1,102 [$300] and buy it,” said James Miller, 48, a …
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UAE’s Ruler to Meet Macron in Paris to Discuss Oil Supplies
French President Emmanuel Macron will host the ruler of the oil-rich United Arab Emirates in Paris next week, according to several people familiar with the matter, as European countries seek …
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