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Qashio Marks European Market Expansion with Dublin Europe HQ Launch

Top Ministers of the UAE and Irish government attend launch, including the UAE Minister of Economy and Ireland’s Deputy Prime Minister, accompanied by the UAE Ambassador to Ireland and

16 December 2025: Qashio, the MENA region’s leading spend management solution, has announced a major milestone in its global growth strategy with the opening of its European headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. This marks the company’s official expansion in the European market, where they have been operating since 2024, and its fifth new office launch in just 12 months, following new offices in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi.

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UBF’s Technical and advisory committees… key pillar in advancing financial and banking industry

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates– 16 December 2025: 

UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, has emphasised that its technical and advisory committees constitute a fundamental pillar in the development of the financial and banking industry, and continue to play a vital role in supporting economic development and reinforcing the UAE’s position as a leading global hub for trade, investment, and innovation.

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Yubi Group debuts Mortgage in the UAE, transforming how consumers secure mortgages with unprecedented simplicity

A technology-powered mortgage experience that brings transparency, access, and speed to the UAE home financing market

Dubai, December 16, 2025: Yubi, the world’s only technology company powering the end-to-end debt lifecycle, has announced the launch of Yubi Mortgage in the UAE. This marks the company’s first B2C product in the region and introduces a new digital pathway for residents, citizens, and non-residents to explore and secure mortgages with confidence and clarity. The launch positions Yubi as a new force in the UAE’s mortgage ecosystem and sets a fresh benchmark for transparency, accessibility, and customer experience.

Mr. Sivakumar Rajakkannu, Chief Business Officer, Yubi MENA

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The UAE’s Net Wealth Hits Record High, Reaching $3.12 Trillion in 2024

  • Between 2023 and 2024, the UAE’s financial wealth grew by 9.5%, rising from $1.05 trillion to $1.15 trillion.
  • Real assets saw an even stronger increase of 10.2%, reaching $2.18 trillion in 2024 from $1.98 trillion in 2023.
  • Liabilities rose by 9.8%, from $188 billion in 2023 to $207 billion in 2024.
  • BCG projects investable wealth to rise from $942 billion in 2024 to $1.34 trillion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 7.2%.
  • Most firms today rely on market performance, M&A, and advisor recruitment to capture revenue; however, they must have the ability to innovate and build internal capabilities to outperform peers.

Dubai 15 December 2025 – The UAE’s financial wealth grew by 9.5% between 2023 to 2024, rising from $1.05 trillion to $1.15 trillion. Real assets experienced a 10.2% increase, reaching $2.18 trillion from $1.98 trillion, with projected growth to $3.21 trillion by 2029. In parallel, liabilities rose by 9.8% to $207 billion in 2024, showing steady and balanced financial growth.

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Brand Lounge Wins “Branding Agency of the Year”at Campaign Middle East’s Agency of the Year Awards 2025

Dubai, UAE —December 2025 — Brand Lounge, the region’s leading strategic brand consultancy, has been named Branding Agency of the Year at the Campaign Middle East Agency of the Year Awards 2025 — marking a defining moment as the consultancy approaches its 20th anniversary in 2026.

The award reinforces Brand Lounge’s reputation as the region’s benchmark for strategic brand building and reflects the team’s continued evolution across its core practices in Strategy & Insights, Design & Creative Impact, Culture & People, and Innovation & Experience.

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