Democratization of investments: Digital platforms open private equity to individual investors
The shift towards greater accessibility – which has accelerated particularly within the last five years – has opened up new opportunities for individual investors, allowing them to access sophisticated tools, strategies, and asset classes previously reserved for the wealthy elite, the author adds.
Saudi deposits $5bn in Egypt, plans to invest double: State media
The Egyptian and Saudi governments have signed a draft agreement for Saudi investments in the country totaling a projected $10 billion, according to a statement by the Egyptian cabinet.Qatar to invest $5bn in Egypt, with an eye on offshore gas
The move is being seen as another sign of a growing rapprochement between the two countries following last year's restoration of ties.UAE calls for investment in oil, gas to protect global economy
The UAE has called for a stronger investment in oil and gas resources in order to protect the global economy from the effects of geopolitical issues and to manage the energy transition of the future.PIF of Saudi Arabia looks to buy stakes in four construction firms
PIF, Saudi Sovereign Wealth Fund, is in talks with four construction firms in order to make investments to the tune of millions of dollars in the companies.Mawani, LogiPoint launch new logistics development at Jeddah Port
This will enhance the port's infrastructure and operating capabilities, expand capacity, and enable logistical efficiency.UAE to invest $2bn in Egypt in order to bolster its economy
The UAE is going to invest some $2 billion in Egypt by buying up the state-owned companies in order to shore up the country's teetering economy as hardships from the Ukraine war spike.UAE-Turkey real-estate conclave to tap into new opportunities
Called the UAE-Türkiye Real Estate Development Construction Roundtable, it will be held on Wednesday, March 30.Multiply Group to invest AED367m in DEWA IPO
Multiply Group has said that it will be investing AED367 million into the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority's (DEWA's) initial public offering as a cornerstone investor.ADH invests $100m in DEWA
Abu Dhabi-based Alpha Dhabi Holding is a subsidiary of the IHC.UAE and ASEAN review cooperation, discuss regional and international issues
Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, discussed cooperation relations with the ambassadors of the member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) accredited to the UAE. The meeting also reviewed the friendship between the UAE and ASEAN countries and ways to develop them across various fields...Vietnam experts see Middle East as promising market for country’s exporters
Vietnam has signed economic, trade and scientific-technological cooperation agreements with five GCC countries.Egypt and Saudi Arabia to boost bilateral economic cooperation
Hala Al-Saeed, Egypt’s minister of planning and economic development, discussed ways to enhance future cooperation between Egypt and Saudi Arabia with Majid bin Abdullah Al-Qasabi, Saudi minister of trade. The discussions took place on the sidelines of the meetings of the Governance Council of the Arab-Africa Trade Bridges Program. Al-Saeed...Mubadala of UAE to invest $395m in UK’s CityFibre
Mubadala of the UAE will invest $395 million into CityFibre, Britain’s biggest independent provider of full-fiber broadband infrastructure, according to media reports.KSA, Egypt ink draft pact for PIF investment in Egypt
The two sides stressed that this agreement based on the close historical ties that unite Saudi Arabia and the Arab Republic of Egypt.Egypt and Lockheed Martin look to boost defense ties
Egypt and American Defense company, Lockheed Martin, have discussed ways to enhance cooperation.UAE, Bangladesh to expand cooperation in trade, investment
The UAE-Bangladesh Business Forum discussed ways to enhance cooperation between the two countries in the field of trade and investment, and ways to promote the role of the private sector in both countries. During the forum, an MoU was signed to establish a joint UAE-Bangladesh Business Council between the Federation...Sharjah Chamber and Argentina to foster ties between businesses
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and an Argentinian delegation discussed ways to enhance cooperation between the business communities in the Emirate of Sharjah and Argentina. Additionally, they also discussed boosting the economic, trade and investment relations between their countries. The discussion was a part of Sharjah –...Dubal Holding profit at $735m
DH is Dubai’s commodities and mining investment arm.Kyrgyzstan and Ras Al Khaimah to expand cooperation in investment, trade
Kyrgyzstan and the UAE have discussed enhancing the investment and trade cooperation between the two sides. Mohamed Ali Musabbeh Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the UAE’s Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Abdilatif Jumabaev, Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to the UAE represented their countries in a meeting. The meeting...UAE Chambers, Indian Ocean Rim Association explore enhancing cooperation
Humaid Mohammed bin Salem, Secretary-General of the UAE Chambers said that the UAE's private sector plays a pivotal role in boosting cooperation with countries of the IORA.Saudi Arabia and Egypt to cooperate in telecommunications
Saudi Arabia and Egypt have signed an agreement to strengthen cooperation between the two countries in the fields of telecommunications, frequency spectrum and human capacity building.Shurooq picks acting COO
It has appointed Ahmed Obaid Al Qaseer to the post.Umm Al Qura inks $800m deal
The project will see an investment of SAR3 billion ($800 million).QOIC profits drop 25%
It will distribute cash dividends of QAR0.01 per share.Dubai leads region in innovation, fintech
The emirate, which boasts a thriving community of startup incubators and accelerators, tops the list for foreign direct investment and technology transfer in startups, artificial intelligence and robotics sectors.UAE and Latvia launch economic cooperation program in six sectors
The UAE and Latvia have agreed on a six-track economic cooperation program covering trade and investment, innovation and advanced technology, transportation and logistics, agriculture, food, education and science during the 2nd Joint Economic Committee (JEC) session held in Dubai. These programs will be designed to achieve higher levels of prosperous...Dubai Derma 2022 registers $540m in business deals, attracts 21,000 visitors
The Dubai World Dermatology and Laser Conference and Exhibition (Dubai Derma 2022) concluded its 21st edition on Wednesday, and registered total business deals worth more than AED2 billion ($540 million). The volume of business deals highlights the event’s ability to offer a platform for new partnership and investment opportunities for...Master Works raises $40m
The transaction was done by Merak Capital.Mubadala invests in SX Global
Media reports said Mubadala will be investing at least $50 million.GFH of Bahrain to list on Tadawul
Bahrain-based Islamic investment bank GFH Financial Group intends to list on the Saudi stock exchange, Tadawul, and Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, ADX, according to media reports.Ukraine crisis challenges oil industry caution at high prices
As oil prices have risen over the last year companies ranging from giants like Chevron to mid-sized players such as Devon Energy have chosen to only lift capital investment modestly.UAE aims to increase economy to more than $800bn by 2030
This goal requires adopting new economic diversification strategies, in addition to supporting new economic sectors, said Minister of Economy Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri.PIF opens 3 overseas firms
The new companies’ offices are in London, New York, and Hong Kong.New South Wales displays agri-food innovations at Expo 2020
The Australian state of New South Wales (NSW) displayed its agri-food innovation and manufacturing capabilities to strengthen further its ties with the UAE at a dinner event held at the Australia Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. The event was led by Vish Padmanabhan, NSW Senior Trade Commissioner to India and...Aramco is targeting investment in China : CEO Amin Nasser
Saudi Aramco is interested in investing in China, its President and CEO Amin H Nasser, said. He asserted that Aramco has a huge interest in investing in the economic powerhouse. The CEO was speaking at the International Petroleum Technology Conference 2022 in Riyadh. “Definitely, we are looking for more investment...Mubadala invests in PDG
Singapore-based Princeton Digital Group (PDG) has closed an equity investment from Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala) as a lead investor for $350 millionNet foreign investment on Abu Dhabi Exchange the highest ever in 2021
ADX’s market liquidity jumps five-fold in 2021 amid IPO boom, as traded values on the exchange increased 407 percent from AED 145 billion ($39.47 billion) in 2020 to AED 739 billion in 2021, driven by higher levels of domestic and international investment. Local investors accounted for 70 percent of the...SFD launches $135m infra projects
The projects have been inaugurated in Djibouti.Golden Visa to boost Bahrain business attractiveness: Expert
The Bahrain Golden Visa was recently announced during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.Europe’s Investment in Palestinian economy touches $1.61bn
Around 60% of $1.61 billion were committed only in the last two years showing remarkable growth in mobilization of finance for Palestine.UAE, Hungary sign MoU to establish joint business council
The UAE Federation of the Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FCCI) and the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (HCCI) will establish a UAE-Hungarian Business Council. The two parties signed an MoU at the Hungarian pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai regarding the same on the sidelines of the third meeting...Governors of UAE and Turkey central banks to collaborate in banking sectors
The meeting was held on the sidelines of the official visit of Turkish President to the UAE.UAE, Philippines ink deal to bolster trade ties
The UAE is already the Philippines’ biggest export partner in the Middle East.Elm to list on TASI
The final offer price was set at SR128 ($34.1) per share, the top end of an indicative range.Bahrain and Egypt share solid relations: Fawzia bint Abdulla Zainal
Bahrain and Egypt share solid long-standing brotherly relations, and there is steady progress in it due to their deep partnership and coordination in all fields, said speaker of Bahrain's Council of Representatives Fawzia bint Abdulla Zainal during his meeting with Speaker of the Egyptian House of Representatives, Chancellor Hanafy Ali...Alpha Dhabi revenues rise 400 percent
The gross profit in 2021 was AED5.1 billion in 2021, compared to AED 218 m in 2020.EU chief unveils 150-bn-euro investment plan for Africa
The scheme is the first regional plan that seeks to mobilise up to 300 billion euros ($340 billion) for public and private infrastructure around the world by 2027.Al Seer Marine invests in AD Ports
With an investment of $326m, Al Seer now owns 7.36 percent of AD Ports.MoU signed to enrich Investopia summit’s discussions and workshops
Investopia investment summit has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Deloitte Middle East for collaboration to enrich the Summit’s discussions and workshops. Under the terms of the agreement, the two parties will jointly study significant economic areas such as investments in Artificial Intelligence, social and environmental...Iran wants better relation with neighbors, says official
Since connecting with neighbors is of utmost importance in Iran’s foreign policy, the current administration has set a transparent framework for this policy.