Bahrain’s sovereign wealth fund, Mumtalakat, has acquired a stake in Abu Dhabi-based private equity firm BlueFive Capital. The investment follows BlueFive’s successful close of its Founding Shareholders Circle and adds to a group of 25 regional and international backers.
Dubai led GCC equity markets in July 2025 with a 7.9% gain, pushing the Dubai Financial Market General Index’s year-to-date return to 19.4% which is the highest in the region. Meanwhile, the MSCI GCC Index (Morgan Stanley Capital International Gulf Cooperation Council Index) rose 2.2% for the month.
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has officially opened its new London branch, marking a significant milestone in its nearly 50-year presence in the UK. The move reinforces FAB’s long-term commitment to London as a key global financial hub.
The Abu Dhabi Chamber membership has risen by 4.9% over the past year, bringing the total to over 158,000 registered companies.
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has published a detailed report outlining progress on the Digital Dirham project, part of the country’s broader push towards digital transformation and the upcoming launch of its national digital currency.
Dubai-based real estate firm Sikanta Developments has announced the launch of its flagship project, Myra Residences, in Dubai South. The boutique development introduces 64 premium homes, offering a mix of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. The project features interconnected swimming pools, tropical landscaping, and designed interiors.
The UAE Media Council has introduced the advertiser permit, a new regulatory measure for individuals publishing promotional content on social media, whether paid or unpaid.
Global tech company Yango Group has launched Yasmina, a bilingual AI assistant designed specifically for users in Oman.
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has announced its best-ever first-half results, with over 1,000 new companies joining the financial hub between January and June 2025. This represents a sharp increase compared to the same period last year, pushing the total number of active firms close to 8,000.
UAE-based fintech startup Tabadulat Limited has received in principle approval from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), marking a key step in the development of its Shariah-compliant global investing platform.
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