Dubai: The UAE Islamic Finance and Halal Industry Strategy targets Dhs2.56 trillion in local Islamic finance assets by 2031. Islamic banking assets in …
Al Masraf and UAE Banks Federation identify practical priorities to advance implementation of the UAE Islamic finance and Halal industry strategy
Financial and regulatory leaders, Shari’ah scholars and industry experts examine financing, sukuk, cash waqf, innovation and governance in support of …
NEXUS signs MOU with AI-based stablecoin digital financial platform Fasset
NEXUS is partnering with Dubai-based digital finance firm Fasset to expand its global payment and settlement infrastructure using stablecoins. NEXUS (CEO Henry Chang) announced that it signed a …
Emirates NBD finances landmark TIM Aerospace facility to strengthen Dubai’s aviation infrastructure
Bilateral CAPEX term loan supports construction and launch of one of the Middle East’s largest independent aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul …
Sukoon and Al Masraf expand UAE financial-services proposition with new insurance and takaful partnership
The collaboration combines Al Masraf’s strong customer relationships and banking capabilities with Sukoon’s extensive insurance expertise, product …
Marex appoints MidEast vice-president
Tom Tardif has joined Marex’s global capital introduction team as Middle East vice-president for capital introduction Based in Dubai, Tardif will focus on connecting hedge funds managers with relevant …
DBS Aims to Grow UAE Private Banking Team to More Than 30 as Wealth Firms Expand
DBS Bank aims to increase its team of private bankers in the UAE to more than 30 over the next two years, from 10 last year, The National reported on 27 September 2026, citing Loic Voide, Head of …
Simplifying Property Purchases in Dubai: DXB Interact’s Role in Cash and Mortgage Transactions
When it comes to buying and selling properties in Dubai, there is an information overload on the internet. And having access to accurate and comprehensive data is crucial for making informed decisions …
Commercial Bank of Dubai becomes first bank outside Europe to join the CBMT network
CBD joins the CBMT Sandbox to explore cross-border settlement for corporate clients along the Europe–Gulf corridor …
Same day business bank account Dubai: What the application covers and what it does not
The phrase ‘same day business bank account Dubai’ appears frequently in free zone marketing, and it describes something …
Airtel Money considers dual listing in the UAE after London IPO — The National
Airtel Money may consider a future dual listing in the UAE after its planned London IPO, which could raise about $800 million.
China Securities establishes regional office in DIFC, strengthening UAE-China financial connectivity
Leading Beijing-headquartered investment bank establishes a regional office in Dubai International Financial Centre, marking a new milestone in its …
Banqup Group secures Peppol Corner 5 Access Point contract with the UAE Federal Tax Authority, supporting implementation under the UAE Ministry of Finance eInvoicing programme
September 2026, 7:00 a.m. CEST – (Euronext: BANQ) (Banqup, Company), a European fintech provider that simplifies financial flows through an innovative secured platform for e-invoicing, e-payment, …
Dubai is an important market for us, says SBI Funds’ MD & CEO Debasish Mishra
Following its public listing, SBI Funds Management is expanding beyond traditional urban centres toward overseas hubs such as Dubai and deeper Indian markets such as B100 cities. The fund manager is …
Moving from UAE to India? 6-step financial homecoming guidebook to manage tax residency, bank accounts, Dubai property, and gratuity
Tax residency, bank accounts, Dubai property and gratuity all need sorting before and after you fly home. Returning to India from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) does not end at cancelling a residence …
UBF Council affirms resilience of UAE banking sector
The UAE Banks Federation’s CEOs Consultative Council reviewed the banking sector’s 2026 performance, reaffirming its resilience and strong financial position. Key priorities include Emiratisation, …
UBF CEOs consultative council affirms strength, resilience of banking industry
DUBAI, 27th September, 2026 (WAM) — The CEOs Consultative Council of UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, held its second regular meeting in 2026. The …