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Carey also told reporters the group would look to expand its fuel stations into Dubai and Saudi Arabia next year … shortly after the bell versus an IPO price of 2.50 dirhams per share. ADNOC’s fuel-distribution IPO is set to become the first of many …
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The UAE Financial Markets Association, UAE FMA, has announced the launch of the ‘Emiratisation Optimal Performance Scheme’ to encourage and support the local banking industry in implementing efficient nationalisation strategies. The programme launch in …
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Amanat Holdings has about 1.8 billion dirhams ($490 million) to spend on acquisitions in healthcare and education as the Dubai-based investment firm expands across the Middle East. The company is looking “at a couple of acquisitions” and “the pipelin …
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The IPO of Al Ahlia Insurance Company raised US$ 19.5 million … Panellists included Fahima Al Bastaki, Executive Vice President and Head of Business Development, Dubai Financial Market; Hassan Hijazy, Senior Vice President, Investment Banking; Andrew …
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As the entity responsible for the legislative aspects of the tax system in the United Arab Emirates, and committed to its role in raising tax awareness, The Ministry of Finance held a briefing this morning at its headquarters in Abu Dhabi, to define in …
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Asset growth at UAE commercial banks will accelerate in 2018, underpinned by stronger economic activity, according to a new forecast by BMI Research. According to BMI, the sector will remain broadly stable throughout the year, with continued growth in …
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The UAE has completed all legislative requirements to ensure that the implementation of its tax system is the best globally. The Ministry of Finance has also authorised the issuance of tax-related legislation and policies, as well as the establishment of …
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In a note to investors on its website, ADNOC noted that the IPO “creates a new platform and route for further value creation.” “This important and strategic offering represents a unique opportunity for investors to own a stake in the UAE’s number …
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Dubai: The Pakistan government will soon make it mandatory for all expatriates from the country to open bank accounts back home to be able to send remittances, an official has said. The move will curb illegal transfers and money laundering. “The Pakistan …
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Dubai: State-owned energy giant Abu Dhabi National Oil Co (Adnoc … Adnoc is listing 10 per cent of its fuel distribution business, pricing its initial public offering (IPO) at Dh2.50 at the mid-range price, according the company. According to the …
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The UAE government said it’s “surprised and disappointed” to be included on a European Union list of non-compliant tax jurisdictions, according to Undersecretary of Finance Yousef Haji Al-Khouri. The UAE government said it’s “surprised and …
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“Providing a seamless customer experience and secure banking environment are the two key challenges facing financial institutions today,” says Som. Growth in e-commerce comes as digital becomes the future in the UAE. Mobile phone penetration is now at …
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First reason is the growth of Islamic banking. A recent survey from Emirates Islamic Bank showed that about 52 per cent of UAE consumers have an Islamic banking product now, compared to 47 per cent consumers in 2015. “The results of this year’s Islamic …
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UAE wealth managers said a move by the European Union to include the Emirates in a black list of 17 global tax havens is not credible and likely to have a negligible effect on the banking industry which has in recent years intensified efforts to clamp down …
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Mashreq Bank, the UAE’s leading financial institution, announced the joining of Arif Usmani as the Group Head of its Risk Management. A graduate of the Imperial College of London, Usmani started his banking career in 1981 and spent more than three …
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The UAE Cabinet is expected to issue a decision to identify the government bodies and non-profit organisations that are not subject to VAT. The below table outlines all supplies that will be subject to the 5% Value Added Tax, as well as zero-rated supplies …
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The governments of the UAE and Bahrain did not respond to Reuters requests for comment on Wednesday. A banking industry consultant, who declined to be named, said the EU was concerned about some of the UAE’s many free trade zones, which attract foreign …
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