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Saudi SME lender erad secures $22mln from investors
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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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Egypt’s net international reserves rise by $5.9bln in 9M 2026

Egypt’s net international reserves rose by $5.9bn in the first nine months of 2026, reaching $57.35bn in September, supported by stronger foreign currency inflows and banking sector assets.

How Families Can Beat 7% Mortgage Rates and Lower Their Tax Bills

Strong family financial planning can help reduce taxes and support younger generations. From intrafamily loans and asset gifts to inheritance disclaimers, strategic cooperation can create meaningful financial benefits—when families have the trust and structure to make it work.

QatarEnergy secures $3bln loan from Chinese lenders, eyes another $5bln

QatarEnergy has secured a $3 billion five-year syndicated loan from four major Chinese banks, while exploring an additional $5 billion+ facility to support its LNG shipping operations.

Aramco CEO warns bad actors are using satellite and shipping data
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Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser warned that satellite imagery and ship-tracking data are increasingly being used to target infrastructure and oil tankers, highlighting growing security risks linked to technology.

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