The UAE banking sector is set to experience solid lending growth in 2025, supported by relaxed monetary policies and a favorable economic environment, according to a report by S&P Global Ratings, as cited by Zawya. Puneet Tuli, an analyst at S&P Global Ratings, mentioned that UAE banks have seen a significant rise in deposits over...
Mobile applications now account for 25% of small financial transfers in the UAE, a significant increase from 16% in 2023, according to Mohammed Al Ansari, Chairman of the Emirates Exchange and Remittance Group. Speaking to Emarat Al Youm, Al Ansari highlighted the growing popularity of app-based transfers, particularly for amounts of 1,000 dirhams or less,...
Sohar International, a leading bank in Oman, has successfully raised 130 million Omani rials ($336.7 million) through its latest rights issue. This marks the largest rights issue on the Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) in 2024. Launched in November, the offering attracted strong interest from government entities, private institutions, family offices, and individual investors. The bank...