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The Dynamic Rise of Fintech in the GCC

The convergence of technology and finance is reshaping the GCC Financial Ecosystem. The blog explores key players, regulatory framework and market dynamics of Fintech in the GCC region.

How secure are GCC banks compared to their global counterparts?

The blog examines the impact of cyber attacks on financial institutions and the resiliency of GCC banks compared to their global counterparts

2024 Kuwait Banking: Interest Rates and NIM Trend Analysis

The blog discusses how net interest margin of Kuwaits banks has moved across interest rate cycles, in light of awaited policy rate cuts.

How are Central banks in GCC responding to Digital Currencies?

Central Banks of GCC Countries have been exploring the potential use cases of CBDCs and have conducted pilot projects.

SVB Failure - Is it déjà vu 2008

In this article, we analyze the effect of the SVB failure on financial sector and if the event has any impact on Kuwait.

Saudi Arabias diversification strategy rests heavily on Giga projects

The Giga Projects of Saudi Arabia are focused on diversification of oil revenue by unlocking new sectors for the economy with the core concept of sustainability.

UAE real estate is a good inflation bet

Evolving Food & Beverages Landscape in Saudi Arabia

With technology plays a significant role in today's food and beverage market, KSA F&B firms must integrate and adapt to meet the needs of their customers.

Emergence of Cloud Kitchens in the UAE

The Cloud Kitchen model in the UAE has become quite popular owing to lower investment and higher margins compared to Traditional Restaurants

GCC Logistics Sector: 2022 Outlook & Opportunities

GCC Logistics sector offers immense potential for growth. Article discusses the opportunities & challenges in GCC logistics sector.

Five Digital Shifts Impacting KSA Banks

KSA is witnessing digitalization of banking at a faster pace and we have listed 5 important digital shifts and their impact on KSA banks.

Excel Model to assess interest rate impact on Kuwait banks

Impact of interest rate hike on Kuwaiti banks profitability

Excel Model to assess interest rate impact on Saudi Banks

Impact of interest rate hike on Saudi banks profitability

The Middle East Is Looking to Dominate the Hydrogen Race

GCC countries have the potential to lead the hydrogen race

Dubai World 2010 to China Evergrande Group 2021; Looking Beyond Leverage

China Evergrande real estate crisis and its similarity with Dubai World crisis

Private sector participation in Saudi Healthcare picks up pace

Saudi healthcare sector gaining momentum with greater private sector participation in its healthcare sector and improve competency of its healthcare.

Changing consumer habits amid COVID-19 accelerates decline of Saudi Arabia bank branches

Saudi Bank Branches - The number of branches had been on a year-on-year declining trend since Q3 2020, with the current quarter posting the highest decline.

Profits at UAE's major lenders reached USD 4 billion in H1 2021

Profits at the four largest UAE banks rose during the first half of 2021 after an improvement in the operating environment led to lower loan-loss provisions, rise in non-interest income and improvement in operating efficiency.

Kuwait Luxury Retail – Evolving amid COVID-19

Kuwait boasts the presence of several major luxury brands. Ranking 13th in the world in terms of per capita GDP, its affluent and brand conscious population, young demography, and a growing population position Kuwait’s luxury retail market favorably.

Saudi Arabia eases regulation to support SMEs and Entrepreneurs

Saudi Arabia will exempt small and medium enterprises (SMEs) from commerce fees register for three years as the country plans to boost the number of start-ups in the economy. Fees will start in the fourth and fifth year,

Landscape of valuation services in GCC

Interview with Mr. M. R. Raghu, CEO, Marmore MENA Intelligence