Abu Dhabi-based investment firm Alpha Dhabi is in the spotlight after receiving a notable acquisition offer for three of its subsidiaries. The offer comes from the National Corporation for Tourism and Hotels (NCT&H). Although specific financial details were not disclosed, this move marks a significant development in the regional investment landscape. The three subsidiaries in […]
Investcorp Capital plc, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi-based alternative investor Investcorp, has finalized a significant financial agreement by securing a USD 800 million revolving credit facility (RCF) from a consortium of regional and international banks. The
In a pioneering move, Al-Yaqout & Al-Fouzan Legal Group (YFLG) has secured the first-ever approval from the Bankruptcy Authority for the restructuring request of a prominent insurance company in Kuwait, following the enactment of Law 71/2020.
Beltone Financial Holding is set to acquire 100% of SODIC’s securitization subsidiary, SODIC for Securitization, following approval from its general assembly. The transaction involves Beltone acquiring 5,000 shares at EGP 1,000 each, along with an additional payment
International law firm King & Spalding has acted as legal counsel to Arcapita on the launch of ARC KSA Logistics Fund III, a significant Saudi Arabian fund that successfully raised SAR 1.8 billion (approximately $500 million). The
Global law firm, King & Spalding, provided legal counsel to Alkhabeer Capital in the successful establishment of the Alkhabeer Diversified Income Traded Fund 2030, slated for listing on the Saudi Stock Exchange. The fund aims to
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Mastercard have joined forces in an exclusive long-term global partnership, expanding their extensive collaboration across the Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA) region. The groundbreaking agreement, covering key
Al Rajhi Bank, one of the world’s largest Islamic lenders, successfully raised $1 billion through the sale of 5-year sustainable Islamic Bonds or ‘sukuk’, according to a document from arranging banks released on Tuesday.
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Dentons Guides Joint Lead Managers in Binghatti’s Sukuk Debut
Global law firm, Dentons provided legal counsel to the joint lead managers in Binghatti Holding Limited’s debut issuance of US$300 million trust certificates due 2027. The transaction, completed on February 29, 2024, involved Binghatti Sukuk Limited as
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Clifford Chance Guides Sharjah’s $750M Sustainable Bond Issue
Global law firm Clifford Chance has provided legal counsel to the Government of the Emirate of Sharjah in a significant milestone: the issuance of $750 million sustainable bonds. The Government, represented by the Sharjah Finance Department,
