Middle East

Middle East | 22 Oct 15

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

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.

Africa | 20 Oct 15

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.

Industry | 15 Oct 15

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.

Middle East | 14 Oct 15

Beechwood Bermuda International has announced a new Middle East operation to market and distribute its investment products in the United Arab Emirates and across the region.