ESG

UAE’s debt capital markets grow 13.1 percent YoY to $294.4 billion by Q3 2024: Fitch

This growth highlights the country's evolving financial landscape and its strategic role within the sukuk market

Islamic treasury bonds auction for October 2024 attracts $1.96 billion in bids

The auction attracted interest from eight primary dealers for both tranches maturing in May 2027 and September 2029

Middle East sustainable bond issuances hit $16.7 billion in first nine months of 2024: S&P

Total volume of sustainable sukuk globally reached $7.1 billion in the first nine months of 2024, down 11 percent year-on-year

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar expands clean energy to 31.5 GW, generating 26,700 GWh and avoiding 14 million tons of CO2e

This is up from 10 million tons last year, equivalent to removing nearly 870,000 vehicles 

Qatar’s sukuk issuances grow 122 percent to $500 million in H1 2024: Fitch

Qatar’s debt capital market reached about $130 billion outstanding at the end of H1 of 2024 with sukuk at 10 percent

Dubai tops Arab world, ranks fifth globally in international shipping centre index

Dubai holds the position of the fifth strongest international shipping hub for the fifth consecutive year 

Saudi Maaden, Bahrain’s Alba ink non-binding deal to explore potential business merger

This collaboration aims to generate synergies that boost production, ESG performance, energy security, and shareholder value

EFG Hermes KSA: Banking on opportunities in Saudi Vision 2030 and beyond

Since 2019, firm has successfully completed more than 14 IPOs in the Kingdom

Nasdaq Dubai welcomes $400 million green bond from Bank of China

With the addition of this listing, the total value of bonds listed on Nasdaq Dubai by the Bank of China reaches $1.47 billion

Kuwait Warba Bank’s $500 million sukuk issuance on London Stock Exchange draws $1.8 billion in 3.5x demand

These five-year sukuk support projects advancing ESG goals aligned with sustainability objectives

Dubai’s wealth management sector sees 62 percent surge in authorized entities in H1 2024: DFSA

The DFSA facilitated the expansion of capital markets in the DIFC, which remains the world’s largest ESG sukuk market

Dubai Chamber of Commerce launches ESG Label to promote sustainable business practices

The label helps organizations assess their ESG preparedness and maturity, earn recognition, and drive business growth

How the evolution of digital banking in the UAE is driving the sustainability agenda 

Country aims to mobilize over AED 1 trillion in sustainable financing by 2030 

Kuwait Warba Bank’s $500 million sukuk listing on Nasdaq Dubai attracts $1.8 billion in orders

This is the fourth listing under their $2 billion trust certificate program

Saudi Arabia tackles e-waste with 100,000 devices recycled, minimizing environmental footprint

This is part of the Kingdom's strategy to build a sustainable digital future optimizing resource use

UAE’s ADIB releases comprehensive ESG report, highlights $1.51 billion in sustainable finance and net zero commitments

The bank reduced Scope 1 emissions by 65 percent compared to 2022 and set 2030 emissions reduction targets for six portfolio sectors

UAE’s ADNOC embraces AI for sustainability, drives $500 million in savings and 1 million tons of carbon cuts

Last year, ADNOC implemented over 30 AI tools to improve the efficiency of its projects

Fitch affirms UAE’s rating at ‘AA-‘; outlook stable

The agency expects non-oil growth of 4.3 percent in 2024

Navigating climate-related data in the investment process

Such data are vital for assessing risks, valuing assets, and engaging shareholders

Dubai’s DFSA records 25 percent surge in licensed firms in 2023, reaching 791

The Authority saw growth in ESG securities listings, totaling $11.72 billion in new ESG bonds and Sukuk listed

ADIO’s new agreement with Western Australia to boost trade ties

Alliance seeks to bolster supply chain development, advanced manufacturing, and innovation and technology

The shifting landscape of investment: Navigating uncharted waters

Four scenarios paint potential pathways for profession over the next decade

Emirates NBD provides answers to challenging economic questions

Report tackles investment opportunities, economic indicators, financial market insights