Goldman Sachs recently held an exclusive hedge fund summit that showcased Abu Dhabi’s increasing importance in the global finance sector. This event focused on the city’s strategic moves, which include significant investments and collaborations in various industries. During the summit, participants discussed Abu Dhabi’s latest deals in the United Kingdom, highlighting the emirate’s expanding footprint...
Ambit Global Private Client (Ambit GPC), a player in bespoke financial solutions, has officially launched its operations in the Middle East with a new office located in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). This strategic expansion follows Ambit’s acquisition of Dubai-based Moonrock Investments Ltd in November 2024, which underscores the Indian wealth management firm’s ambition...
Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Investment Company has recently made a significant investment in the US alternative real estate commercial lender 3650. This funding round also included a repeat investment from the California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS), totaling $215 million in new investments. While the exact financial details of Mubadala’s investment have not been disclosed, the...
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, announced that the total value of Dubai’s endowment assets has reached AED 11.1 billion. This significant increase reflects the ongoing commitment of Dubai to enhance its endowment sector and...
Finseta plc has announced that it has obtained a Category 3D licence from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), enabling the company to provide payment services in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This strategic move is part of Finseta’s plan to enhance its geographical reach and regulatory capabilities, aligning with its overall business expansion strategy....
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has partnered with Verition Fund Management LLC, a prominent global multi-strategy hedge fund, to launch an inaugural internship program aimed at university students. This initiative is designed to provide students, including UAE Nationals, with practical experience in the global finance sector The program was announced following the release of DIFC’s...
ASB Capital, a newly established asset management firm, has officially commenced operations in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) with an impressive $4.5 billion in assets under management (AUM). Licensed by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the firm plans to provide a range of wealth and asset management solutions, which include offerings in public...
Abu Dhabi National Hotels announced a remarkable net profit of AED 1.33 billion for the year 2024, marking a significant increase of 216% from the previous year’s profit of AED 422.51 million, according to the company’s income statements. This growth reflects the company’s successful strategies and operations over the past year. The revenue from contracts...
Bank of Sharjah has successfully acted as the Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner for a US$155 million Club Loan Facility for Daewoo Engineering & Construction Co Ltd. This announcement was made on February 16, 2025, highlighting the bank’s role in facilitating significant financial arrangements The loan is structured as a three-year facility and has been...