Category: Banking & Financial Services
Middle East Banking & Financial Services
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Financial Cards and Payments in Middle East and Africa
... payment method in a number of countries, especially the African nations. Nevertheless, electronic and card payments are expected to continue gaining ground in the coming years, particularly given the stated ambitions of many countries to ... Read More
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Sukuk Market Report by Sukuk Type (Murabahah Sukuk, Salam Sukuk, Istisna Sukuk, Ijarah Sukuk, Musharakah Sukuk, Mudarabah Sukuk, Hybrid Sukuk, and Others), Currency (Turkish Lira, Indonesian Rupiah, Saudi Riyal, Kuwaiti Dinar, Malaysian Ringgit, United States Dollar, and Others), Issuer Type (Sovereign, Corporate, Financial Institutions, Quasi-Sovereign, and Others), and Region 2025-2033
... increasing expansion of Islamic finance and banking institutions, the rising diversification of assets, the growing infrastructure development, and the development of comprehensive and investor-friendly regulatory frameworks by Islamic finance authorities and standardization bodies are some ... Read More
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Macro - Country Economic Forecasts - Saudi Arabia
... The non-oil sector continues to strengthen due to diversification efforts, as reflected in a robust 4.6% expansion during the quarter. We anticipate this momentum to persist into 2025 and overall growth to increase to 3.9%. Read More
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Macro - Country Economic Forecasts - Israel
... year. So, we've upgraded our 2025 GDP growth forecast for Israel to 3.6%. We think the recovery in investment as the risk premium falls, and the return to full-time employment for reservists, will drive growth. Read More
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Macro - Country Economic Forecasts - Qatar
... growth engine in the near term after expanding by an estimated 3.2% last year. The planned revamp of key laws governing bankruptcy, public-private partnerships, and commercial registration will likely help unlock stronger foreign direct investment ... Read More
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Macro - Country Economic Forecasts - United Arab Emirates
... the sharpest rise in new orders in nine months. We see this momentum carrying forward with 4.8% non-oil GDP growth set for 2025 and the non-oil sector counterbalancing oil-related pressures and driving overall economic resilience. Read More
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Debit Cards in Israel
... recent years, the high interest rates associated with their use, combined with ongoing economic uncertainty, have shifted consumer preference more decisively towards debit cards. As a safer and more predictable financial tool, debit cards are ... Read More
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Consumer Credit in Israel
... interest rates compared to other types of loans. However, the segment saw a decline mid-review period, largely driven by shifting market conditions. These loans are often used to fund down payments on houses, but with ... Read More
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Credit Cards in Israel
... are increasingly favoured as they provide a straightforward and reliable means of managing expenses without accruing unnecessary debt. The stability and control offered by these methods are particularly appealing in an environment marked by financial ... Read More
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Charge Cards in Israel
... reductions are anticipated in the near term, leaving interest rates at historically high levels. This persistent environment of elevated rates is influencing consumer payment behaviours. Further, rising living costs have been prompting Israeli consumers to ... Read More
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Pre-Paid Cards in Israel
... their safety and convenience. However, the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, coupled with the reduced availability of airline tickets and resulting high prices, has significantly dampened international travel. This decline in travel has consequently hindered the growth ... Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in Israel
... of Apple Pay and Google Pay in 2021. Many consumers now rely on their smartphones for payments, often leaving their physical wallets at home. This shift is driven by the convenience offered by digital wallets, ... Read More
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IT Service Management Market Research Report Information Application Area (Incident and Problem Management, Change and Release Management, Configuration and Asset Management, Service Desk Management, Operations and Performance Management, Network Management, Governance, Risk, and Compliance Management, and Others), Industry Vertical (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI), Healthcare and Life Sciences, Retail and E-commerce, IT and Telecommunications, Manufacturing, Media and Entertainment, Government and Public Sector, Energy and Utilities, Education, and Others), By Component (Solutions and Services), Deployment Model (On-premises, and Cloud Based), Organization Size (Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), and Large Enterprises), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa, South & Central America) Industry Forecast Till 2032
... and Others), Industry Vertical (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI), Healthcare and Life Sciences, Retail and E-commerce, IT and Telecommunications, Manufacturing, Media and Entertainment, Government and Public Sector, Energy and Utilities, Education, and Others), By ... Read More
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Macro - Country Economic Forecasts - Kuwait
... delay unwinding cuts until at least the end of Q1, due to concerns over weak demand. We think OPEC+ will extend until Q3 2025 and maintain our oil price forecast at an average of $72.6pb ... Read More
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Macro - Country Economic Forecasts - Cyprus
... Cyprus We anticipate Cyprus' GDP growth slowing moderately to 2.7% in 2025, but still significantly above the rest of eurozone. Solid surveys, record-setting tourism numbers, and a strengthening labour market all point toward sustained growth. Read More
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Economy of Saudi Arabia 2025
... at the underlying economic and social data over several decades which reveal considerable progress but also distortions related to the low participation rates of the indigenous population in the workforce compared to migrant labour. The ... Read More
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Pre-Paid Cards in Saudi Arabia
... protecting wages from delays or disputes associated with cash payments. These cards offer employees the flexibility to withdraw their salaries via ATMs or use them for purchases at POS terminals through the mada network, the ... Read More
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Debit Cards in Saudi Arabia
... as the absence of interest charges, more accessible approval processes, and fewer income-based requirements. These features make debit cards more appealing to a wide range of consumers, especially in a time of economic uncertainty. Euromonitor ... Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in Saudi Arabia
... payments is a direct result of the Saudi government's push towards a cashless society, encouraging consumers to transition from cash to electronic payment solutions. While cash has traditionally been the preferred payment method in Saudi ... Read More
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Credit Cards in Saudi Arabia
... aimed at introducing innovative credit card offerings and advanced payment solutions across the Kingdom. A key example is Mastercard’s collaboration with the digital payments technology company Loop. This partnership includes issuing Bank Identification Numbers (BINs) ... Read More
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Consumer Credit in Saudi Arabia
... the overall lending market, they are projected to rise considerably due to several key factors. One major driver is the Kingdom's Vision 2030 initiative, which emphasises the importance of a highly educated and skilled workforce. ... Read More
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Charge Cards in Saudi Arabia
... not come with a pre-set spending limit, meaning users can access the funds they need even if that amount fluctuates significantly from month to month. This flexibility allows charge cardholders to better manage their purchasing ... Read More
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UAE Wealth Management: Market Sizing and Opportunities to 2028
... bonds. The UAE wealth management market has experienced robust growth, driven by rising asset values and an increase in affluent individuals seeking professional investment advice. Moreover, there has been a significant uptick in the adoption ... Read More
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Macro - Country Economic Forecasts - Syrian Arab Republic
... 1.8% y/y contraction. The downward revision reflects inflation rates that continue to soar above expectations, persistent currency depreciation, spillovers from the wider regional conflict, and the regime's limited capacity to implement effective countermeasures to these. Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in the United Arab Emirates
... of new players, and a supportive regulatory environment. The Central Bank of the UAE has played a pivotal role in fostering the growth of digital payments, introducing initiatives such as the Wage Protection System and ... Read More
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