Saudi-based fintech erad has raised $22 million from investors including MEVP and SVC to expand its SME financing business. The AI-powered lender says it has deployed more than SAR 500 million ($133 million) in financing, with approvals within 48 hours.
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ICC MENA Managing Director Mohamed Amer will join a panel on contractor excellence at Saudi Mega Projects 2026 in Riyadh on September 29, discussing the capabilities needed to deliver the Kingdom’s next phase of development.
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UAE retail investor confidence is rising as geopolitical concerns ease, with 82% expecting local stocks to gain over the next year and 71% planning to invest more.
Sharjah Islamic Bank raised US$500 million through a five-year Sukuk, attracting US$1.3 billion in orders—2.6 times the issue size.






















