Middle East
Middle East | 27 Oct 15
Calls resurface for new UAE industry body
The idea of an industry body to represent asset managers based in the Middle East in dealing with regulators and government departments may be about to resurface.
Middle East | 22 Oct 15
Middle East advisers applaud opening of Abu Dhabi free zone
Financial advisers in the Middle East have welcomed the long-awaited news that Abu Dhabi has opened its financial free zone, however, one IFA questioned whether it will be strong enough to compete with other financial hubs.
Middle East | 21 Oct 15
New Abu Dhabi financial centre opens for business
Abu Dhabi Global Market, the newest financial centre in the Middle East, and its Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) opened for business in the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday.
Danish and Dutch pensions top Mercer index
Only the Danish and Dutch pension systems achieved “A” grades, indicating first class and robust schemes that deliver good, sustainable benefits with a high level of integrity, according to global consulting firm Mercer.
Gulf insurance industry set for growth but challenges remain
Government spending in the Middle East on non-oil projects and a steady rise in the penetration of insurance products will support growth in the insurance industry across the six Gulf Cooperation Council nations, according to an industry survey.