Dubai: Islamic banking will grow substantially in Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) countries in the next five years from a very low base, driven by government initiatives to nurture the …
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Indian family travels to Dubai, appeals to find missing seaman
The family is banking on support from the local police, Dubai Consulate and social workers. “Everyone in the family is devastated. Aayush went missing since July 15. We want to know what happened to …
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UAE’s IBC eyes $5bn deal to acquire 10,000 holiday homes in Dubai
Operating in the UAE since 2014, the IBC Group has focused on private equity investment in real estate, arts and future technologies. The group is backed by global banking and finance leader Khurram …
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Saudi Aramco is ready for IPO- senior executive
DUBAI- Saudi Aramco is ready for its initial public offering, but a timing for the deal will be decided by its sole shareholder, the Saudi government, a senior executive said on Monday. “We will …
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UAE banks prove resilience again with bumper profits – News |
Similarly, Islamic banking is also showing significant traction in the UAE with demand for Shariah-compliant products growing among both Muslim and non-Muslim customers. “UAE banks are expected to …
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UAE banks prove resilience again with bumper profits
UAE banks posted strong profits in the first half of 2019 and this trend is expected to continue in the second, with local and international dynamics dictating the country’s banking sector. But some …
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Expat in the UAE? Ask yourself these financial questions
The appeal of a high standard of living, low taxation, high salaries – and, of course, the sunshine – have long attracted expatriates to Dubai and Abu Dhabi. However, the majority of expats living in …
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How the fintech sector is exploding at Dubai’s financial hub
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has seen an explosion of fintech companies in the first six months of 2019 reinforcing its position as one of the world’s top 10 fintech hubs. DIFC said its …
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Uzbekistan is an Emerging Market for Islamic Finance
The prime goal has always been to remain stick to the commitments providing Services not only in UAE/Pakistan but all over the world. We have so far served in more than 35 Countries for the …
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UAE’s largest bank inks $60m deal with UK social housing provider
Optivo, one of the largest social housing providers in the UK, has secured a revolving credit facility worth £50 million ($60.6 million) from the UAE’s largest bank. The three-year deal with the UK …
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DFSA, Egypt cbank team up to promote bank safety
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has partnered with the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) to facilitate the performance of their respective supervisory tasks and promote the safety and …
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Dubai DXB Entertainments posts losses in first half of 2019
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — DXB Entertainments, which runs Dubai Parks & Resorts, has announced revenue of $68.6 million for the first half of 2019, 13% down from the same period last year. Revenue …
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UAE- Seghir: First of its kind waqfpromotes Islamic banking, finance – News |
(MENAFN – Khaleej Times) Ajman University (AU) and Noor Bank, as part of their social responsibility towards indigent students, and in a bid to promote Islamic banking and finance industry, have …
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Dubai Financial Services Authority Signs MoU With The Central Bank Of Egypt
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) to enhance the relationship and cooperation between both institutions and …
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Time to open up UAE stock markets to free zones
The DIFC is Dubai’s banking and financial FZ with 2003 active, registered companies, and contributed some 3.9 per cent to Dubai’s GDP last year. The bottom line is that the FZs are a major contributor …
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UAE- DFSA signs MoU with the Central Bank of Egypt
(MENAFN – Dubai PR Network) Dubai, UAE, 7 August 2019: The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) to enhance the …
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Saudi Aramco valuation gap persists as IPO talks resume–sources
LONDON/RIYADH/DUBAI — Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin … With Aramco talking again to banks about an initial public offering (IPO), its board is meeting later this week and will probably …
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