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Daily Tribune
20-03-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Gulf International Bank Group wins Seven awards
Gulf International Bank (GIB) won seven prestigious awards at the EMEA Finance Middle East Banking Awards 2024. These awards highlight the best commercial, investment and Islamic banks across the Middle East region, as well as brokers and asset managers. The GIB Group secured wins in multiple categories, reflecting its leadership in corporate and investment banking: Best Loan House – Saudi Arabia, Best Bank – Bahrain, Best Loan House – Bahrain, Best Foreign Bank – Oman, Best Loan House – Oman. In addition, GIB Capital was awarded Best Local Investment Bank and Best Debt House. GIB's success in 2024 was driven by its strategic growth, commitment to innovation, and focus on sustainable and responsible banking. The Bank has expanded its regional presence by opening a branch in Oman, enhanced its digital banking capabilities and introduced customised client-focused financial solutions. GIB continues to reinforce its ESG initiatives, aligning its operations with sustainable development goals and enabling clients to thrive on strengthening their role as a key player in economic diversification and sustainable financing across the region. GIB Capital has been providing a range of innovative and customised financial and investment banking products and solutions, including debt capital markets, asset management, capital markets advisory, mergers and acquisitions, debt advisory and brokerage services.
Zawya
19-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Emirates NBD recognized as the 'Best Foreign Bank in KSA'
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Emirates NBD, the leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Turkey) region, has been named been named the 'Best Foreign Bank in Saudi Arabia' at the prestigious EMEA Finance Middle East Banking Awards 2024 Held on 26 February 2025, at the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Dubai, the awards ceremony — hosted by EMEA Finance magazine — brought leading entities, thought leaders and experts from across the region together to celebrate the achievements and successes of the most innovative financial services businesses and organizations in the region's capital markets. Spotlighting Emirates NBD's commitment to empowering the people and communities it serves, Emirates NBD – KSA was named 'Best Foreign Bank in Saudi Arabia 2024' at the event; with the award underlining the bank's ongoing efforts — in line with Vision 2030 — to pioneer enabling products and offerings that transform the financial services industry. The recognition arrives at a time when the bank continues to extend its footprint across the Kingdom, with Saudi Arabia now being home to 21 Emirates NBD branches, offering seamless access to a diverse range of responsive products and services personalized and uniquely tailored to customers' needs. Emirates NBD was represented at the EMEA Finance Achievements Awards ceremony by Naser Yousef , CEO of Emirates NBD KSA, who reiterated the bank's dedication to enhancing consumers' banking journeys by catering to the evolving demands of a discerning customer base and global economy. Nasser Yousef, CEO, Emirates NBD – KSA, said: 'We are honored to have been recognized with this esteemed award. To be celebrated among and by your peers is truly heartening and provides further motivation for us to go above and beyond in delivering the service excellence that our customers and partners have come to expect of us. We are determined to do exactly that, working closely with our wider network and in line with Vision 2030 to be the most innovative bank for our customers, people and communities.
Zawya
05-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
QIB receives three prestigious awards From EMEA Finance
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB), Qatar's leading digital bank, has been named Most Innovative Bank in the Middle East, Best Bank in Qatar and Best Islamic Bank in Qatar at the EMEA Finance Middle East Banking Awards 2024. Mr. Constantinos Constantinides, QIB'S Chief Strategy & Digital Officer attended the award ceremony held recently in Dubai and received the three trophies. Announced during the seventeenth edition of the EMEA Middle East Banking Awards, these recognitions highlight QIB's ability to lead the industry with cutting-edge digital solutions while maintaining its strong position as a leading regional Bank and pioneer in Islamic finance. QIB has led digitalization efforts, enhancing both retail and corporate online experience by introducing innovative features across its Mobile Apps, setting new industry standards. This dedication has revolutionized customer interactions and internal operations, yielding significant benefits for stakeholders. With an impressive 99% of transactions now seamlessly conducted through self-service channels, QIB prioritizes customer convenience and efficiency. Moreover, the bank's commitment to innovation is evident through the introduction of new products, services, and features across retail and corporate mobile apps, consolidating its leadership in the financial market. With over 300 features and an intuitive user experience, the QIB Mobile App has become the preferred banking channel for QIB customers, offering a comprehensive and user-friendly platform for all their banking needs. The App offers customers the ability to have full control of their accounts, cards, and transactions and to fulfil all their banking requirements remotely. All citizens and residents in Qatar can open their first account in QIB within few minutes through the mobile app without the need to visit a branch. Existing QIB customers can open additional accounts, apply for personal financing and/or a Credit Card, instantly via the QIB Mobile App. Beyond banking, QIB has introduced new innovations including the QIB Marketplace providing a diverse range of products and including a section for local SMEs to display & sell products. The Bank has also introduced the first Auto Marketplace in Qatar, also within its Mobile App, enabling customers to browse, book a test drive, select and finance vehicles online. QIB maintained its position as the largest Islamic bank in Qatar and achieved the best efficiency ratio in Qatar and the MENA region for 2024. Furthermore, QIB has been continuously outperforming the market and delivering continuous value to its shareholders. Commenting on this achievement, Mr. Bassel Gamal, QIB's Group CEO, said: "We are pleased to be recognized by EMEA Finance for our efforts in sustainable banking, digital innovation and Islamic finance. These awards reflect our ongoing commitment to leveraging technology to enhance customer experience. As we continue to evolve, our focus remains on delivering innovative financial solutions that empower our customers and support Qatar's economic growth. This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our employees, the support of our Board of Directors, and the trust of our customers.' The EMEA Finance Middle East Banking Awards are among the most prestigious industry recognitions, celebrating excellence in financial services, digital transformation, and market leadership.
