CB Premium demystifies investment myths with CBFS and wealth management
Tribune News Network
Doha
CB Premium recently hosted a workshop titled 'Myths to Avoid: Common Mistakes New Investors Make' in collaboration with the Bank's Wealth Management Department and Commercial Bank Financial Services (CBFS) at Al Wakrah Avenue CB Premium Lounge.
Commercial Bank has made financial literacy an essential pillar in its Corporate Social Responsibility strategy reaffirming its pivotal role in empowering individuals to take control of their financial futures.
Throughout the workshop, Ahmed Abdulhalim, Wealth Advisory and Sales Head from Wealth Management and Subah Al Kuwari, Senior Product Manager from CBFS delivered insightful presentations aimed at demystifying common investment misconceptions in both local and international markets.
The Bank views knowledge as key to financial success as financial literate customers are more likely to make informed decisions, use banking products responsibly, and achieve their long-term aspirations.
Nasser Al Sharshani, Director of Premium Banking at Commercial Bank, said: 'Being a financial partner is not synonymous with being a service provider – it's about walking alongside our customers every step of the way.
While we strive to always offer state-of-the-art banking solutions, our core mission remains financial empowerment. We help our customers navigate the complexities of financial markets and empower their decisions with the necessary tools at hand.
Reham Thawabi, AGM, Senior Director, Premium Banking at Commercial Bank, said: 'Commercial Bank acknowledges the important role financial literacy plays in building an inclusive and resilient economy.
Whether it's the latest banking trend or tool, we have focused our efforts to ensure that our customers are always one step ahead – equipped with the insights to know what's truly best for them.
This stands as a testament to our dedication to social responsibility, primarily, to bridging the gap in underserved communities where financial education is limited'.
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