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Orient Finance introduces ‘Personalised Educational Seminars’ to foster financial empowerment for individuals

Orient Finance introduces ‘Personalised Educational Seminars’ to foster financial empowerment for individuals

The seminars will provide individuals with essential financial knowledge and resources, in alignment with the UAE’s vision to strengthen national financial resilience

UAE, February 06, 2024

Orient Finance, a leading financial services provider in the region dedicated to fostering financial literacy and empowerment, introduced a series of personalised educational seminars to equip individuals of all ages with requisite knowledge and tools to achieve financial success.

These personalised seminars, which are one of the several innovative initiatives undertaken by the company this year, are meticulously designed to meet the varied needs and preferences of individuals as well as empower participants to navigate the financial markets confidently and successfully. It covers a broad array of topics, ranging from sophisticated trading strategies to comprehensive and in-depth analysis of various financial markets, such as currencies, commodities, stocks, and forex. The initiative primarily targets individuals seeking to embark on their trading journey, who frequently encounter challenges in accessing financial education and resources.

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GCC companies enter Saudi Arabia to tap US$3 trillion business opportunities

GCC companies enter Saudi Arabia to tap US$3 trillion business opportunities being created by foreign investment
 
Businesses expanding into Saudi Arabia could bag large chunk of the business deals that are being offered to suppliers who are entering the market. Saudi Arabia needs a large pool of resources to manage the growth
 

Dubai, UAE, February 6, 2024
 
News Highlights
  1. As many as 88,858 new business licenses were issued by Saudi Government authorities in the first quarter of 2023, while more than 40,000 new companies were added to this in the third quarter;
  1. The total number of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) exceeded 1.27 million in the third quarter of 2023;
  1. Saudi Arabian Government seeks to attract US$3 trillion in foreign investment to promote economic development, transfer foreign expertise and technology to Saudi Arabia;
  1. Saudi National Investment Strategy aims to raise net foreign direct investment flows to $103 billion annually and increase domestic investment to about $450 billion annually by 2030.
 Aziz Ali, Chief Executive Officer of Evergreen Businessmen Services
Companies in the GCC countries are expanding in Saudi Arabia to tap the massive opportunities being created by US$3 trillion worth of foreign investment entering the Kingdom as part of the Saudi Vision 2030, by either setting up a totally new business license or opening up a branch, as the country undergoes massive development works.
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THE 2ND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESTRUCTURING MENA CONFERENCE

THE 2ND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESTRUCTURING MENA CONFERENCE SET TO TAKE PLACE AT ADGM IN FEBRUARY 2024

  • Focus will be to discuss strategies for effectively addressing corporate insolvencies in the region
  • Exclusive insights from ongoing billion-dollar restructuring cases and global best practices in NPL offloading and corporate restructuring as GCC banks are reportedly sitting on USD 50bn of NPLs.
  • Event to host 50 expert speakers and 300+ delegates from 15+ countries

Abu Dhabi, UAE: Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) is set to host the 2nd Annual Financial Restructuring MENA Conference from February 19-20, 2024, at the ADGM building, Abu Dhabi, bringing together globally renowned restructuring practitioners to discuss strategies for effectively addressing corporate insolvencies in the region, resulting from the continued spike in interest rates and inflation. Worldwide, 15% of the corporate bonds and loans trading at distressed levels, currently in excess of USD 590 bn, have defaulted highlighting grave impacts for the global economy.

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National Bonds GCEO Unveils Three-pronged Strategy for Savings Boom in 2024

National Bonds GCEO Unveils Three-pronged Strategy for Savings Boom in 2024

Dubai, UAE –05 February, 2024

The Group Chief Executive Officer of National Bonds, thespecialist savings and investment company in the UAE, unveiled a three-pronged strategy ontoday,to drive a nationwide savings surge in 2024. The plan focuses on simplifying the savings process, fostering financial literacy, and leveraging innovation and digital tools.

Mohammed Qasim Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer at National Bonds, expressed confidence in thestrategy, stating, “We aim to make saving a lifestyle, away from consumer culture and empower individuals to achieve their financial goals.By prioritizing accessibility, innovation, and customer-centricity, National Bonds is positioning itself as a key player in shaping a future where saving is not just a necessity but a way of life, fostering a more stable and prosperous future for the UAE nationals and expatriates.”

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Ghitha Holding PJSC Announces Strategic Expansion with Acquisition of MNG Airlines Shareholding

Ghitha Holding PJSC Announces Strategic Expansion with Acquisition of MNG Airlines Shareholding

  • Acquires 44% stake in MNG Airlines for USD 211.20 million.
  • The acquisition strengthens Ghitha’s logistics and aviation, cementing its leadershipin the regional food trading sector.

Abu Dhabi, UAE – February05, 2024:Ghitha HoldingPJSC (ADX:Ghitha), a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi-based conglomerate International Holding Company (ADX: IHC), announced a significant milestone in its growth strategy by expanding within thelogistics andaviation sector. Through its wholly-owned indirect subsidiary, GhithaAeroinvest Holding RSC LTD, the company entered into a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) dated as of February 1, 2024, to acquire a 44% stake in MNG HavayollariveTasimacilik A.S. (MNG Airlines), a leading commercial cargo company headquartered in Turkey.

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