Middle East

Middle East | 5 Nov 14

Standard Life International is to close its office in the Dubai International Financial Centre at the end of January next year.

Middle East | 29 Oct 14

Inflows into Standard Lifes Asia and emerging markets division jumped by almost 20% during the third quarter, although the company warned regulatory change in Hong Kong and Dubai will impact future new business.

Middle East | 29 Oct 14

The UAE’s perceived status as a ‘safe haven’ has seen its private capital increase by nearly 30% this year, as investors relocate assets en masse in a bid to shelter themselves from global turmoil.

Middle East | 28 Oct 14

Banque Internationale-Luxembourg, has become the first Luxembourg bank to open in the DIFC, backing the grand duchy’s efforts to become the primary centre for Islamic funds outside of the Middle East.

Middle East | 22 Oct 14

Insight Discovery said this years Middle East Investment Panorama study has attracted a record number of partners, proving interest in the region continues to grow.