Finance & Capital Market

Finance & Capital Market

Global risks linger as Middle East war drags on, say world bodies

Thu, 09 Jul 2026

The world's leading economic and energy institutions have called for renewed efforts to resolve the conflict in the Middle East and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning that although the global economy has remained resilient, the war continues to pose risks to growth, inflation and global trade.

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UAE attracted $48.3bn foreign direct investment in 2025

Wed, 08 Jul 2026

The UAE attracted $48.3 billion (AED177.3 billion) in inbound foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2025, marking a fourth consecutive year of record inflows and a 6% increase year-on-year.

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Dubai Taxi Company completes $394.8m acquisition of National Taxi

Wed, 08 Jul 2026

Dubai Taxi Company (DTC), a leading provider of comprehensive mobility solutions in Dubai, today announced the completion of its acquisition of 100% of the share capital of National Taxi, following receipt of all required regulatory approvals.

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Global FDI rose 6% to $1.6 trillion in 2025, uneven growth seen

Wed, 08 Jul 2026

Global foreign direct investment rose 6% to $1.6 trillion in 2025, ending two years of decline, but the recovery remains narrow, fragile and uneven, according to the World Investment Report 2026 by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD).

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Bank ABC wins ‘Best Mobile Banking Application in the Middle East’ award

Tue, 07 Jul 2026

Bank ABC, MENA’s leading international bank, has been awarded ‘Best Mobile Banking Application in the Middle East’ at the MENA Banking Excellence Awards 2026, organised by MEED.

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Ajman Bank, AFS tie-up for merchant acquiring, payments capabilities

Tue, 07 Jul 2026

Ajman Bank has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Arab Financial Services (AFS), the Middle East and Africa’s leading digital payments solutions provider, to collaborate across merchant acquiring, payment issuing, processing services, and corporate banking solutions.

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Bahrain EDB commences UK visit to strengthen economic ties

Tue, 07 Jul 2026

A delegation from the Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB), led by Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, Minister of Sustainable Development and Chief Executive of Bahrain EDB, has commenced a five-day visit to the United Kingdom to strengthen economic ties.

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New DAE-Neuberger leasing venture aims to invest $5bn in aircraft assets

Tue, 07 Jul 2026

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) and Neuberger Specialty Finance on Monday announced an agreement to launch Mustang Aerospace (Mustang), a new aircraft leasing co-investment venture.

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More than 100 new finance professionals join Oman workforce

Mon, 06 Jul 2026

More than 100 newly qualified finance professionals qualified as members of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) in Oman, adding to the sultanate's skilled workforce as it pursues economic diversification under Vision 2040.

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FedEx in deal to support global expansion of Dubai businesses

Mon, 06 Jul 2026

Dubai Chambers has signed an agreement with FedEx, the world’s largest express transportation company, to help local businesses strengthen their export readiness and accelerate international growth through world-class logistics, global connectivity, and trade expertise.