Finance & Capital Market

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HNWIs hold $87trn in wealth; UAE attracts 9,800 new millionaires in 2025: report

Tue, 24 Feb 2026

The world’s high-net-worth individual (HNWI) population of nearly 23 million individuals who collectively hold close to $87 trillion in wealth are reshaping global investment priorities, says a DIFC report which highlighted that the UAE attracted 9,800 new millionaires in 2025.

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Saudi Arabia's 2025 budget deficit rises to $73bn

Tue, 24 Feb 2026

Saudi Arabia recorded total revenues of SR1.11 trillion ($295.87 billion) in 2025, while expenditures reached approximately SR1.389 trillion ($370.24 billion), resulting in a budget deficit of SR276.61 billion ($73.73 billion), the kingdom's Ministry of Finance has announced.

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Trump's 15pc US tariff turmoil leaves treasury markets dazed

Mon, 23 Feb 2026

US President Donald Trump has announced that he will raise a temporary tariff from 10% to 15% on US imports from all countries after the US Supreme Court struck down his previous tariff programme. However, far from being a source of relief, it has infused new risks and uncertainties into trade policy, US debt and the dollar.

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DAE Capital nears deal to buy aircraft leasing firm Macquarie Airfinance: report

Mon, 23 Feb 2026

DAE Capital, a leading Dubai-based aircraft lessor, is closing in on a deal to buy control of leasing platform Macquarie AirFinance, a Reuters report said quoting two industry sources.

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Strong demand for first 7-year tranche of UAE's Islamic Treasury Sukuk

Mon, 23 Feb 2026

The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF), in its capacity as issuer and in collaboration with the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) as issuing and payment agent, has launched the first-ever 7-year tranche of UAE dirham-denominated Islamic Treasury Sukuk (T-Sukuk) valued at AED550 million.

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Abu Dhabi, US chambers deal to boost investment, partnerships

Mon, 23 Feb 2026

The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed a cooperation agreement with the US Chamber of Commerce to enhance investment opportunities and exchange expertise.

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Al Habtoor Group set to file arbitration in dispute with Lebanon

Mon, 23 Feb 2026

Al Habtoor Group has confirmed the formal appointment of White & Case, a leading international law firm, to represent the group in its previously announced investment dispute with Lebanon.

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UAE emerges Oman's top trading partner in non-oil exports in 2025

Sun, 22 Feb 2026

The UAE topped the list of Oman’s trading partners last year in non-oil exports - including chemicals, metals and machinery - as well as re-export activities, and merchandise imports, said a report. Other prominent trading partners included Saudi Arabia, India, China, Iran and UK.

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American Accreditation Commission names Mena head

Sat, 21 Feb 2026

The American Accreditation Commission International (AACI), a premier organisation providing healthcare accreditation and clinical excellence certification, has announced the appointment of Dheeraj Khatore as its new Regional CEO for the Middle East and North Africa.

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NBB, Injaz host digital skills development workshop for students

Sat, 21 Feb 2026

The National Bank of Bahrain (NBB), in collaboration with Injaz, has completed its 'Yalla Learn and Earn' initiative for school students with a Masterclass workshop that combined practical learning with real-world application of budgeting and saving through digital tools.