Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) introduced updated licensing and regulatory guidelines for crypto firms, aiming to streamline approvals and bolster investor protection. These changes position ADGM as a clear hub for digital asset business across the GCC. Source: gulfnews.com
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RAKBANK now allows crypto trading—including major tokens—through its existing retail banking platform. The move merges digital asset access with regulated, mainstream banking, potentially accelerating adoption. Source: m.economictimes.com
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Policy-linked entities such as Saudi Electricity and Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala are issuing bonds and sukuk that currently offer better spreads than sovereign debt. Investors view Gulf GRE debt as an attractive, oversubscribed alternative. Source: AGBI
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First Abu Dhabi Bank is offering 113 million shares at AED 15.5 each through an accelerated bookbuilding process. The offer was fully covered, highlighting robust investor interest in the region’s banking sector. Source: agbi.com
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Stock indices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi fell by 0.8% and 0.5% respectively, driven by fresh U.S. tariffs affecting non-oil exports. Key names like Emirates NBD and Commercial Bank International contributed to declines despite sector rallies in Gulf Navigation and National Bank of Fujairah. Source: reuters.com
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