The UAE’s industrial sector has witnessed a significant surge in financing, driven by robust support from both government and private entities.
How to start a fintech company in the UAE
The UAE is quickly becoming a hotspot for fintech startups. With over 2600 fintech companies and a market value set to hit $5.7 billion by 2029, it’s a prime location for fintech businesses. Setting …
Al Ansari Financial Services expands consumer choice with innovative Abhi partnership
Abhi is a fintech company at the forefront of the embedded finance revolution providing a comprehensive suite of solutions including Earned Wage Access and SME Financing. The fintech company has …
UAE’s Industrial Sector Thrives with Record Financing Surge
The UAE’s industrial sector has reached a historic financing peak, with banks injecting AED5.537 billion in 2024, fueled by collaborative government and private efforts. The sector’s growth is vital …
Ministry of Finance participates in consultative meeting of the Islamic Development Bank Board of Governors
Medina: His Excellency Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, led the UAE delegation taking part in the consultative meeting of the Board of Governors of the Islamic …
GCC IPO pipeline resilient in 2025
The outlook for initial public offerings in 2025 remains buoyant in the GCC after a bumper 2024 that saw 53 IPOs on the back of resilient investor demand a..
UAE GDP growth to remain strong, supported by buoyant non-hydrocarbon activity, low tax regime: S&P
DUBAI:-Banks in the United Arab Emirates have benefited from a strong domestic economy, leading to improved asset quality metrics and lower credit losses, according to an S&P Global Rating report …
Lootah: Dubai’s unique competitive advantages position it as a global hub for the digital economy
His Excellency Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, has affirmed that Dubai offers a wealth of promising and diverse opportunities across all sectors of the digital economy …
Uzbekistan and the UAE: Strong Bonds and Boundless Opportunities
In recent years, the partnership between Uzbekistan and the UAE has reached unprecedented heights, elevating bilateral relations to the level of a strategic alliance. The strong rapport between the …
Third edition of ‘1 Billion Followers Summit’ kicks off in Dubai
The third edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit 2025, organised by the UAE Government Media Office, commenced on Saturday, and will run until …
Here’s how top crypto funds did in a monster year for digital assets
Brevan Howard Digital, mainly trading out of Abu Dhabi, is one of the bigger players in the crypto hedge fund space.
Bank Alfalah acquires stake in UAE fintech Jingle Pay
The Bank’s fintech investment underscores its commitment to driving digital transformation and fostering financial inclusion across key markets …
Dubai Smart Rental Index 2025: Everything you need to know about the ‘game-changing’ and ‘improved’ system, according to experts
Dubai’s new Smart Rental Index 2025 leverages AI and real-time data to calculate rental values, aiming to enhance market transparency, protect tenant rights, and provide investors with accurate insigh …
‘I’ve never counted pennies, even when that’s all I had’: Dubai-based expat on wealth management
British expatriate and former Olympic speed skater Sarah Lindsay, founder of Dubai’s Roar Fitness, shares her journey of building a business from scratch …
UAE banks to post robust lending growth in 2025 amid supportive policies
The UAE banking sector will register robust lending growth in 2025, driven by the easing of the monetary policy and a supportive economic environment, according to S&P Global Ratings analyst Puneet …
Bank Alfalah Acquires Strategic Stake in UAE Fintech Jingle Pay
Bank Alfalah, a leading commercial bank in Pakistan with a network of over 1,000 branches, has announced its acquisition of a 9.9% equity stake in Jingle Pay, one of the fastest growing fintechs in …
Hamilton Lane, Welwing Join Investment Firms Expanding to Dubai
Hamilton Lane Inc. and two Hong Kong-based hedge fund firms are expanding to Dubai, joining a rush of global peers setting up offices in the Middle Eastern city.