The UAE Central Bank is developing a unified electronic Know Your Customer (e-KYC) platform as part of efforts to streamline compliance, reduce costs and accelerate the onboarding of customers across …
Dubai domestic spending nearly recovered to prewar levels, economic chief says
Despite facing heavy bombardment from Iran, the UAE’s biggest city has remained resilient, Dubai’s economic chief told Semafor World Economy.
Philippines, UAE to promote financial cooperation
MANILA: The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates and the Central Bank of the Philippines have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to promote financial and economic collaboration and …
Central banks of UAE and Philippines agree to link payment infrastructure
The central banks of the UAE and the Philippines have signed an agreement to link their payment systems. In a virtual ceremony, the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) and the Bangko …
UAE banking sector strengthens global position with $1.47tr assets
UAE banking sector reaches $1.47tr in assets as UBF CEOs council reviews growth, Emiratisation exceeding 2025 targets …
DMCC tops 26,000 firms as tech, commodities, finance drive record expansion
Technology emerged as the largest sector within DMCC, supported by partnerships with Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority, Kraken and Crypto.com …
Dubai domestic spending nearly recovered to pre-war levels, economic chief says
Despite facing heavy bombardment from Iran, the UAE’s biggest city has remained resilient, Dubai’s economic chief told Semafor World Economy.
Pakistan faces financing shift after UAE loanPublished on: April 14, 2026 6:09 PM
Pakistan, April 14 — Pakistan is considering multiple financing options, including Eurobonds, commercial borrowing, and loans from other countries, to replace a $3.5 billion facility from the United …
Iran tensions drag down UAE luxury retail sales – report
Boutiques at the Mall of the Emirates recorded year-on-year sales declines of between 30% and 50% in March while overall footfall at the venue fell by 15% …
CEOs consultative council of UAE Banks Federation holds first meeting in 2026
ABU DHABI, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — The CEOs Consultative Council of UAE Banks Federation (UBF) held its first regular meeting for 2026 under the chairmanship of Mohammed Omran Al Shamsi, Vice …
CEOs consultative council of UAE Banks Federation holds first meeting in 2026
ABU DHABI, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — The CEOs Consultative Council of UAE Banks Federation (UBF) held its first regular meeting for 2026 under the chairmanship of Mohammed Omran Al Shamsi, Vice …
ADIB expands retail presence in Dubai with next-generation branch at Dubai Hills Mall
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading Islamic financial institution, continues to expand its retail network with the opening of a new next‑generation universal branch at Dubai Hills Mall, …
ClearTax approved as UAE E-invoicing accredited service provider as enterprises accelerate readiness ahead of July 2026 deadline
Backed by a $50M UAE commitment and proven experience across KSA, India, Malaysia, and Europe, ClearTax combines global execution with local capability to support enterprise-scale e-invoicing adoption …
Central Bank of UAE, Philippine counterpart sign MoU to promote financial cooperation
ABU DHABI/MANILA, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding during a virtual …
Dubai, HSBC join forces to attract international businesses
Under the agreement, DET will work with HSBC’s international client base to support market entry and expansion into Dubai, particularly across priority sectors identified under D33 …
UAE customers can now access credit reports at Al Ansari Exchange branches nationwide
Al Ansari Exchange expands Etihad Credit Bureau partnership, offering credit reports at UAE branches to boost financial transparency …
HSBC Said to Lose Second Dubai Bond Banker to Wall Street Rival
A senior Dubai-based bond banker at HSBC Holdings Plc is moving to Bank of America Corp., marking the second departure from the British lender in recent days as rivals continue to bolster staffing …