Middle East

Middle East | 21 Apr 16

Jersey has signed a double tax agreement (DTA) with the United Arab Emirates in a bid strengthen trade links between the two countries, it has been revealed.

Fixed Income | 20 Apr 16

Saudi Arabia is poised to tap the international loan market for the first time to raise $10bn (£7bn, €8.8bn) to help fill a huge budget deficit caused by the dramatic fall in oil prices, and may also issue a debut global bond, according to bankers cited in several media reports.

Best Practice | 11 Apr 16

Killik & Co’s Sarah Lord talks about her thirst for personal and professional development, her belief in the fees-based model and her time in the United Arab Emirates, where commission is still king.

Macro Views | 6 Apr 16

The strong development of Islamic finance is “a reflection of genuine retail demand”, said Mohieddine Kronfol, chief investment officer of global sukuk and MENA fixed income.

Best Practice | 4 Apr 16

The majority of employers in the Middle East do not set aside specific assets to cover their end of service benefit (EOSB) liabilities, according to a survey by Zurich Global Life’s Middle East and Africa division.