Bahrain has seen a significant growth in online payments processed through the Electronic Funds Transfer System (EFTS) across all channels, including banking platforms and the BenefitPay app, said BENEFIT, Bahrain’s leading fintech and electronic financial transactions service provider.
National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has reported a 4% increase in its net profit attributable to the shareholders for the year ended 31 December 2025, reaching a record BD85.1 million ($225.7 million). The fourth quarter net profit was up 12% to BD18.2 million.
Indian-owned businesses continued to top the list of new foreign companies joining the chamber during 2025, revealed a new analysis by Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers.
Bank ABC (Arab Banking Corporation) has appointed Abdelkhalig Shaib as Group Chief Legal & Corporate Affairs Officer.
Nasdaq Dubai attracted a record number of sukuk listings in 2025, supported by sustained issuance activity from regional and international issuers and continued global investor demand for Sharia-compliant debt instruments.
Dubai Chambers has signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with four specialised FinTech companies as part of its efforts in providing the business community with access to advanced and alternative banking services.
Estithmar Holding has announced the establishment of its fifth group, Estithmar Capital, in a strategic step aimed at strengthening the company’s expansion and diversifying the sectors in which it operates.
Ebda’a Microfinance Company marked its 17th anniversary, highlighting a pioneering track record in supporting entrepreneurs across Bahrain, advancing financial inclusion, and helping turn creative ideas into productive projects that contribute to the national economy.
Kuwait International Bank (KIB) has announced the signing of a strategic co-operation agreement with ACICO Group, a leader in the construction and industrial sectors, to provide affordable financing solutions for citizens to build their residential plot.
IHC, a key investment company based in Abu Dhabi with interests in asset management, real estate, construction and finance sectors, has reported a 29% rise in its revenue for FY 2025 and a 35% jump in profit, supported by strong performance across its diversified portfolio.
