Al Rajhi Bank appoints Abdullah Al Rajhi as chairman
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Al Rajhi Bank said on Monday that it has appointed Abdullah bin Sulaiman Al Rajhi as...
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Technological advances propel UAE’s payments industry
The sector's growth, driven by the transition to digital transactions and tech innovations, positions UAE as a leader in the...
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Emkan named fastest-growing digital microfinance firm in Saudi Arabia
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Bahrain banks to offer loan repayments delay option
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Sharjah Ruler approves nearly AED52 million in debt settlements
This is the emirate’s 20th group of payments approved to the Sharjah Debt Settlement Committee The total amount processed since...
Saudia Arabia to amend administrative penalties for tax law violations
The changed laws are also expected to support tax registrants and help them fulfil their tax obligations
Foreign assets up to bn $106 bn: UAE Central Bank
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Approach tax authority to redress problem, UAE tells penalized defaulters
UAE tax authorities have assured penalized tax-law violators that they can apply to have the penalty reduced or exempted To...
Cairn case: Indian state-owned banks not to withdraw overseas funds
Vested parties have orchestrated such reports, Indian Ministry of Finance said Cairn dispute relates to transfer of shares by Cairn...
Central bank digital currencies may disrupt financial systems
*Fitch Ratings says associated risks need to be managed well if CBDCs are to stay beneficial *Potential for cybersecurity threats...
Amlak posts Q1 net profit of AED 6 million
Revenues from all business activities stand at Dh62 million Rental income stands at Dh7 million Total assets stand at Dh...
DGCX looking forward to new highs in 2018
2017 was exceptional on many fronts for the region’s largest and most diversified derivatives bourse, Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange...
Al Rajhi Bank appoints Abdullah Al Rajhi as chairman
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Al Rajhi Bank said on Monday that it has appointed Abdullah bin Sulaiman Al Rajhi as...
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More rate rises may be needed to tame high inflation, says ECB economist
FRANKFURT, GERMANY - More eurozone interest rate increases will be appropriate to tame high inflation if conditions remain as expected, the...
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Large US banks post higher profits despite recent industry turmoil
JPMorgan Chase reported a rise in first-quarter profits alongside banking giants Citigroup and Wells Fargo. The first look at the...
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Economic crisis, Ukraine war impact Arab currencies
The currencies of six Arab nations faced significant decline during the first quarter of 2023 amidst global economic uncertainty, while...
- The currencies of six Arab nations faced significant decline during the first quarter of 2023 amidst global economic uncertainty, while another six experienced growth
- Economic challenges, the strengthening US dollar, and the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian war have all played a role in the recent currency fluctuations
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Switzerland to probe what led to Credit Suisse collapse
The economy committee of the National Council, the lower house of parliament, asked the government for an analysis of the...
- The emergency takeover by UBS has sparked unease and criticism within Switzerland, where Credit Suisse was a pillar of the country's totemic banking sector.
- Following a string of scandals, the collapse of three US regional banks in March left Credit Suisse looking shaky amid fears of contagion and shares nosedived.
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Prominent firms in DIFC to tap into wealth across region
DUBAI, UAE - Over 300 prominent wealth and asset management (WAM) firms have established themselves in Dubai International Financial Center...
- The financial center's 300 wealth and asset management firms should help in providing a conducive environment for businesses in the region.
- DIFC's world-class legal and regulatory framework and access to competitive markets have bolstered the depth of its asset management ecosystem.