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EFG Holding reported strong revenue growth during Q1 2026, with revenues rising 18% year-on-year to EGP 6.6 billion, supported by solid performance across investment banking, non-bank financial services, and commercial banking operations. The group also recorded strong momentum in treasury and capital markets activity, while subsidiaries including Valu and Bank NXT delivered notable growth in revenues and profitability despite rising operating costs.
25/05/2026
The AI-driven chip rally still has room to run, according to analysts, with companies such as Nvidia, AMD, Broadcom, Taiwan Semiconductor, and Micron positioned to benefit from surging demand for AI infrastructure. While concerns over valuations and market exuberance persist, growing investment in AI data centers and the rise of AI agents are expected to support long-term growth across the semiconductor sector.
With US$40 million already committed, the Global Talent Fund is attracting investor attention with a strategy focused on building globally scalable consumer brands alongside high-profile talent.
Major U.S. banks remain upbeat about second-quarter performance despite geopolitical tensions, higher fuel prices, and ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Strong trading, investment banking, lending activity, and rising AI-related investment are helping drive revenue growth, while resilient consumer spending continues to support the sector.
Fitch Ratings warned that ongoing regional conflict are increasing pressure on Middle East credit ratings, disrupting supply chains and raising economic risks across the GCC. While no issuer downgrades have been recorded so far, several ratings have been placed on negative watch regarding several sectors.
01/06/2026
