RAKBANK delivers D 2.6B in profit* (up 26%) and crosses D 100B in total assets - rakbank delivers

RAKBANK delivers D 2.6B in profit* (up 26%) and crosses D 100B in total assets

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, January 27, 2026 – The National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah (RAKBANK) today reported its financial results for the full year and the fourth quarter of 2025. 50 years of sustainable growth – all-time high profitability… FY’25 performance supported by net interest margin of 4.3%, an industry leading CASA ratio of 65%, and a 29% YoY growth in non-interest income driven by wealth management, FX and investment income …driven by product innovation & balance sheet growth The Bank’s balance sheet grew by D 16.7B YoY with Gross Loans & Advances growing by 11.7% YoY to D 56B, deposits growing by 18% and la

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Commercial Bank of Dubai delivers record FY2025 net profit before tax of AED 3,844 million; with strong growth underpinned...

Commercial Bank of Dubai delivers record FY2025 net profit before tax of AED 3,844 million; with strong growth underpinned by net loans exceeding AED 100 billion

Net profit after tax of AED 3.5 billion, up 15.5% compared to full-year 2024 Net loans were AED 101 billion, registering an increase of 8.6% compared to 2024 Top-tier ROE of 22.15% after tax, an increase of 75 bps Record low non-performing loans ratio improves to 3.58% by 77 bps compared to 2024 with Cost of Risk at 0.49%, down 25 bps over the same period Disciplined execution delivers 26.25% cost-to-income ratio, positioning CBD among the industry’s top quartile Total assets increased 14.4% to AED 160 billion, underscoring robust, broad-based growth, while strong Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) of 15.52% drives sustainable growth

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In presence of Minister of Economy and Tourism Ministry of Economy and Tourism and Emirates Growth Fund sign MoU to boost...

In presence of Minister of Economy and Tourism Ministry of Economy and Tourism and Emirates Growth Fund sign MoU to boost SME growth and accelerate global market access

Partnership to enhance the role of SMEs in the development of UAE’s economic clusters Abu Dhabi, 16 January 2024: The Ministry of Economy and Tourism (MoET) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Emirates Growth Fund (EGF) to strengthen the role of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the development of the UAE’s economic clusters, support their sustainable growth, and accelerate their access to regional and international markets. The MoU focuses on empowering SMEs, fostering innovation, and launching advanced accelerator programmes that enhance their capacity to scale and expand. This collaboration aims to increase

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How smart advertising decisions support sustainable growth in Dubai? - smart advertising

How smart advertising decisions support sustainable growth in Dubai?

Smart advertising decisions already support sustainable growth in Dubai by helping businesses spend less blindly, reach people more precisely, and build long-term visibility instead of short-lived hype. The difference is not budget size. It is intent, data, and timing. Dubai moves fast. Blink and a new district, platform, or trend appears. In that kind of environment, guesswork feels tempting. Why wait when competitors are everywhere? Yet rushed advertising often burns money and trust. This is why many growth-focused teams turn to a ppc agency in Dubai to bring structure, measurement, and calm decision-making into what would otherwise

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Etihad Airways Delivers Record Passenger Numbers and Growth in 2025 - etihad airways

Etihad Airways Delivers Record Passenger Numbers and Growth in 2025

Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways carried 22.4 million passengers in 2025, an increase of 21% year-on-year and the highest annual total in the airline’s history, underpinned by sustained demand and disciplined capacity growth across its expanding global network. Passenger load factor for the full year reached 88.3%, up two percentage points compared with 2024, reflecting strong commercial performance throughout the year. The airline closed the year on a high note, carrying 2.2 million passengers in December, up 28% compared with the same month in 2024. Passenger load factor for the month reached 87.6%, maintaining consistently high utilisati

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Air Cargo Demand Maintains Strong Momentum, up 5.5% in November 2025 - cargo demand

Air Cargo Demand Maintains Strong Momentum, up 5.5% in November 2025

08 January 2026 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 5.5% compared to November 2024 levels (+6.9% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 4.7% compared to November 2024 (+6.5% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 5.5% year-on-year in November 2025, boosted by shippers prioritizing timely delivery in the lead-up to the year-end holiday season. Strong emerging market demand and selective Mid

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Anghami Reports H1 2025 financial results; marked by topline growth and transformative deal with warner bros. discovery

ABU DHABI, UAE – 31 December 2025, Anghami Inc. (NASDAQ: ANGH) (“Anghami”), the leading music and entertainment streaming platform in the MENA region, today announced its results for the six-month period ended 30 June 2025, underscoring the benefits of the OSN+ integration and the impact of its transformative partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery. HIGHLIGHTS Revenue growth of 97% year-on-year to US$48.4 million for the six month period ended 30 June 2025, driven by OSN+ integration and expanding subscription income. Paid subscriber base doubled to 3.54 million as of 30 June 2025, with over 120 million total registered users

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UAE Strengthens Economic Ties with Senegal During Visit Led by HE Al Zeyoudi - strengthens economic

UAE Strengthens Economic Ties with Senegal During Visit Led by HE Al Zeyoudi

HE Al Zeyoudi and the UAE delegation met with the President of Senegal, the Prime Minister and a number of other government ministers. UAE-Senegal non-oil bilateral trade was USS$933 million in the first nine months of 2025, reflecting a 21.1% increase year-on-year. HE Al Zeyoudi: “The UAE is dedicated to expanding its relations with Senegal and the broader African continent. By strengthening our partnerships, we can drive sustainable economic growth and unlock new possibilities for both our nations.” Abu Dhabi, UAE – 11th December, 2025: His Excellency HE Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade,

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Dubai's 3 Day Super Sale Boosts Retail Growth with Strong Citywide Performance and High Shopper Turnout During Extended Ei...

Dubai’s 3 Day Super Sale Boosts Retail Growth with Strong Citywide Performance and High Shopper Turnout During Extended Eid Al Etihad Edition

Extended for two additional days in celebration of the 54th Eid Al Etihad and featuring Dubai’s first-ever 24-Hour Sale, 3DSS saw tens of thousands of shoppers avail massive savings of up to 90% at 500 top brands at over 2,000 participating outlets over five days Early indicators show double-digit growth in consumer spending and footfall across participating retailers during Dubai’s biggest shopping weekend, reinforcing the city’s status as a global shopping destination while supporting growth across the retail ecosystem Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 December 2025: Dubai’s much-awaited 3 Day Super Sale (3DSS) has concluded yet another

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Dubai is Becoming the Global Launchpad for Start-ups …And Here's Why! - dubai becoming

Dubai is Becoming the Global Launchpad for Start-ups …And Here’s Why!

Dubai might be known as the land of endless glitz and glamour, from its luxury shopping malls to its unique cultural landmarks and iconic skyline, but that’s not the only thing drawing people to the City of Gold. In recent years, innovators and entrepreneurs have set their sights on the home of the Burj Khalifa as the perfect launching pad for new businesses. But why is Dubai increasingly emerging as the go-to global launchpad for start-ups? For one, its blend of strategic location, business-friendly policy and technology-driven ambition is rewriting the playbook for ambitious entrepreneurs. With tax incentives that allow 100% foreign

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