Bahrain Bank Merger: NBB and BBK Open Talks on Terms of USD 28bn Banking Giant
NBB and BBK have begun negotiating exchange terms for a Bahrain bank merger that would create a lender with roughly USD 28bn in combined assets.
Opening a Bank Account in the UAE 2026: Best Banks and How to Do It as an Expat
Opening a bank account in the UAE 2026 as an expat: documents, best banks, minimum balances, digital banks and tips to avoid fees.
AED, SAR and QAR Exchange Rates 2026: How Gulf Currencies Are Pegged and What It Means for You
How AED, SAR, QAR and other Gulf currencies are pegged to the US dollar in 2026, and what the pegs mean for expat remittances and exchange rates.
Send Money From the UAE in 2026: Best Rates, Lowest Fees and Fastest Transfer Methods
Learn how to send money from UAE in 2026: compare banks, exchange houses like Al Ansari and LuLu, and apps like Wise for the best rates and lowest fees.
Gulf Digital Banking Race: UAE and Saudi Arabia Lead as GCC Neobanks Pass 15 Million Customers
GCC neobanks and digital banking platforms have collectively surpassed 15 million customers in 2026, led by UAE's Wio Bank and YAP and Saudi Arabia's STC Pay and Tabby, as the Gulf's young, tech-savvy population drives a digital finance revolution that is reshaping the region's banking landscape.
