By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Arif Habib Limited (AHL) has been named Pakistan’s Best Broker at the Euromoney Markets Awards 2026. Euromoney is the world’s leading platform for evaluating financial institutions, and its awards are widely followed by investors, issuers and market participants as a benchmark of performance. AHL attributed the achievement to the continued confidence of its clients, investors and …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Tourism Malaysia is inviting travellers from across the GCC to escape the ordinary and experience Malaysia’s vibrant blend of culture, adventure, family-friendly attractions, luxury hospitality, world-class sporting events, and unforgettable celebrations taking place throughout October 2026. With excellent connectivity from the GCC, visa facilitation, renowned Malaysian hospitality, and a favourable climate for travel, Malaysia continues to …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and the World Bank Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a framework for cooperation to advance sustainable economic development, strengthen resilience and improve livelihoods in developing countries. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Raqami Islamic Digital Bank Limited, Pakistan’s first Shariah-compliant digital retail bank regulated by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), today announced that it has achieved compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). The milestone confirms that Raqami stores, processes and transmits cardholder data under the same rigorous controls required of leading banks …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: AKD Securities Limited Wins “Pakistan’s Best Retail Broker” at the Euromoney Markets Awards 2026. The award was presented to Ms. Hina Dhedhi Junaid, Chairperson of AKD Securities Limited, and Muhammad Farid Alam, FCA, Chief Executive Officer, AKD Securities Limited, at The EuroMoney Markets Awards, Held at The Mandarin Oriental, Hyde Park, London. rafiq@biztoday.news

News Desk ABU DHABI: Reportage Group continues to expand its international presence through its strategic partnership with Sabah Investment Group, as the two companies hosted an event in Abu Dhabi to showcase four real estate projects within Sea Breeze, an integrated residential and resort destination on the Caspian coast near Baku, Azerbaijan. Bringing together sales teams, media representatives and guests, …

Pakistan is entering a new phase in developing its mineral economy as rising global demand for copper, gold, chromite, lithium, rare earth elements, and other critical minerals creates a strategic opportunity for the South Asian country to attract investment, develop new supply chains, and diversify its sources of foreign exchange. The opportunity is significant. Pakistan has extensive mineral-bearing areas and …

Wave-inspired waterfront development combines direct Al Jaddaf positioning with urban connectivity DUBAI: KASCO Developments has unveiled FALA by KASCO, a spectacular new 109-residence waterfront collection that captures the ease of life by the water without stepping away from the city. Positioned on the Jaddaf Waterfront where water meets urban pulse FALA offers residents direct waterfront access, easy metro commutes, and …

New premium brand will develop lifestyle-led destinations in Dubai and internationally, debuting with an AED 4 billion-plus World Islands flagship DUBAI: SAMANA Developers has announced the launch of SAMANA COLLECTA, its new premium real estate brand, marking the next phase of the company’s growth and its expansion into premium, lifestyle-led development. Having established itself among Dubai’s top 10 developers and …

The airline’s debut financing in Japan, structured as a Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option, covers three Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft DOHA: Qatar Airways Group has marked a major milestone in aircraft financing with the signing of its inaugural Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option (JOLCO) transaction, covering three Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. HSBC and JP Lease Products & Services …