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.
More than half of people getting financial advice will accept AI playing a role in their financial planning, but only if a human being still makes the final decision, according to new research from deVere Group, one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory organisations.
Azura Partners, a global wealth manager serving ultra-high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and institutions, has opened its office in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), thus establishing a permanent, on-the-ground presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing centres for global private wealth.
The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) is providing a $50 million loan to Southeast Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SeABank) to expand financing for small businesses and climate-focused investments across Viet Nam.
Mattel, an American multinational toy manufacturing and entertainment company, has appointed Tarek Moussawer as its new Commercial Lead for Middle East region. An industry veteran, he brings over 20 years of experience across retail, finance, brand building and commercial strategy to the new role.
Citi has appointed Rajeev Garg as the new Head of Wealth for Citibank N.A., UAE, effective June 18, 2026.
King Abdullah Financial District Development and Management Company (KAFD DMC), the developer and operator of Riyadh’s premier business and lifestyle destination, has secured a SAR12 billion ($3.2 billion), 15-year, senior-secured Murabaha facility, its first independently secured debt facility.
Cloudsdcs, a global enterprise cloud and cybersecurity specialist with over 20 years of experience, has announced its expansion into Saudi Arabia with support from AstroLabs, the Gulf’s premier business setup and growth platform.
The UAE's banking sector achieved regional leadership with assets valued at AED5.4 trillion ($1.47 trillion) in 2025, supported by a 17.9% growth in the credit portfolio and a 16.2% increase in deposits, said the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates' 2025 annual report.
Muzinich & Co., the privately owned global corporate credit specialist, has opened an office in ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, marking the next step in its investment journey in the Middle East. It will be led by Filomena Cocco, Managing Director, Global Business Development.
