“Loan growth is expected to reach mid to low single digits and provisioning to remain elevated at about 130bps on average. These initiatives have had powerful impact on the economies and the environment of beneficiary countries. Privacy Policy. Private sector employees in the United Arab Emirates will have three days of paid leave for the Eid al-Fitr holiday, which is expected to start on May 22, The Central Bank had earlier announced a Dh100 billion stimulus package. The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) announced today that a new securities issuance program to licensed financial institutions and eligible investors, named … DUBAI: Regional and international investors will be “relieved” after the Saudi budget 2021 announcement, Sachin Kerur, Head of Middle East at international law firm Reed Smith told Arab News. On the banking side, while margin compression is expected to abate, there is little scope for expansion as Fed rates are set to remain near zero per cent. The news that multiple, highly effective vaccines have been developed to protect against COVID-19 is particularly pertinent to the UAE. © Al Nisr Publishing LLC 2021. This website stores cookies on your computer. The Top 10 banks’ total interest income declined for a third consecutive quarter - by 7.7 per cent quarter-on-quarter - according to the consultancy Alvarez & Marsal. ABU DHABI, 25th January, 2021 (WAM) -- Masdar’s Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) Virtual Forum concluded following a three-day dialogue at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2021, which included inspirational discussion and keynote speeches by government leaders, industry experts, young innovators and social entrepreneurs. The UAE central bank said in its latest report that economic activity in the country “partially recovered” in the third quarter of 2020, although the rebound “remained fragile”. NEW YORK, 25th January, 2021 (WAM) -- The United States has strongly condemned the latest attack on Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A total of 10 images were shortlisted from over 27,000 entries received this year, from countries across the Middle East and North Africa. The announcement of diplomatic relations with Israel is widely expected to reduce geopolitical risks in the region and spur economic activity. The Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA) and the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) Central Bank will jointly issue a digital currency for use in … The agreement was signed at the UAEFA' headquarters by Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, president of UAEFA and his Latvian counterpart Vadims Ļašenko. “We expect the economic conditions in the UAE and the region generally to remain challenging in the near term, which would likely limit credit and earnings growth and also result in higher non-performing loans (NPLs),” said Asad Ahmed, A&M Managing Director and Head of Middle East Financial Services. The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) advises caution against responding to fraudulent e-mails and internet postings purporting to be legitimate CBUAE communications and postings. In a statement on Sunday, State Department spokesperson Ned Price said, "We are gathering more information, but it appears to have been an attempt to target civilians. The Central Bank of the UAE has, in turn, announced the dates of the upcoming UAE bank holidays for Commemoration Day and the UAE's 49th National Day, as "confirmed to be from Tuesday 1 December 2020, to Thursday 3 December 2020". As stated in an advisory released by the UAE Central Bank, all banks will be closed for the Eid holidays on Monday, August 20, until Thursday, August 23. 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Given the persistence of risk factors from 2020, market expectations remain tepid with the IMF forecasting 2021 GDP growth of just 1.3 per cent in the UAE following a contraction in excess of 6 per cent in 2021. The central bank projected the UAE’s real total GDP growth to decline by 6 percent for 2020 before growing by 2.5 percent this year. (1) for the year 2021 regarding the addition and amendment of some specialised bodies affiliated to the Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA). In 2017 the UAE Central Bank came out with regulation for stored values and electronic payments, with today's regulation it would be an update to the original announced in 2017. The Fund has consistently increased its portfolio of such projects, having funded 90 of them over a decade at a total value of about AED4.7 billion (US$ 1.3 billion). The central bank of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced a 100bn dirhams ($27bn) economic stimulus plan on Saturday aimed at containing the impact of … We’ll send you latest news updates through the day. Mansour bin Mohammed opens Hermes Carre Club exhibition in Dubai, Final preparations completed for 15th UAE Warriors MMA Fighting Championship. The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has launched an AED100 billion comprehensive targeted economic support scheme for retail and corporate customers affected by COVID-19. Dubai: The UAE banks are expected to face a much lesser volatile operating environment in 2021 compared to last year, however, the lingering impact from 2020 will continue to pressure profits and asset quality, according to analysts. Authorities also reported an additional 456 deaths in the last 24 hours, raising the total count to 69,918. The UAE banks have strong capital buffers and liquidity with an underlying state support in the event of any structural risks. The new regulation has not yet been posted on the UAE Central Bank website, UNLOCK will update once it has. Central Bank takes the lead The support measures announced by banks follow a number of fiscal and monetary support schemes announced by the UAE government and Central Bank to … The announcement of diplomatic relations with Israel is widely expected to reduce geopolitical risks in the region and spur economic activity. "Such attacks contravene international law and undermine all efforts to promote peace and stability. Lenders have been on the frontline of the coronavirus pandemic, extending financial relief to businesses and individuals impacted by the crisis. The Central Bank of the UAE has announced a comprehensive Dh100 billion stimulus package to help retail customers and corporates overcome financial constraints due to coronavirus. 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At the end of the third quarter of the year, the largest banks in the country provided borrowers access to 5.1 billion dirhams through the UAE Central Bank’s Targeted Economic Support Scheme (TESS). The UAE banks have suffered the effects of three pronged storm in 2020 including a weak economic backdrop, the impact of the global pandemic and geo political tensions, according to a recent analysis by Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BoAML). The Central Bank of the UAE will begin issuing dirham-denominated securities named Monetary Bills (M-Bills) starting in January. The announcements were made in a series of tweets by UAE Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Monday. SAMA and CBUAE Issue Report on Results of Joint Digital Currency Project "Aber" 29/11/2020 12:00 PM In a joint statement, the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) and the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) announce the results of "Aber" Project. The Group has been recognised for its efforts towards ensuring health and safety at ENOC Head offices, particularly amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. DUBAI, 13th January 2021 (WAM) - The UAE Football Association (UAEFA) and the Latvian Football Federation (LFF) on Wednesday signed an agreement for cooperation. The UAE aims to establish the first inhabitable human settlement on Mars by 2117. However, banks continue to face challenges from asset quality pressures, shrinking coverage ratio for bad loans and concentration of exposure to real estate sector. About the news that the UAE Central Bank is now planning to join the Insurance Authority in cracking down on insurance product mis-selling, Robertson said the industry “only has itself to blame”. While the backdrop remains cautious, BoAML analysts see a number of factors that provide upside to earnings via a more optimistic economic outlook, with stronger loan growth and lower provisioning costs and the recent announcement that 100 per cent foreign ownership of businesses. Virginia administered the fewest doses, with 42 percent of the vaccines received. 2.4 You must not use the name or logo of the Central Bank of the UAE in any advertisement or public announcement or any form of documents or records or communication (whether verbal or written or electronic or otherwise) without the Central Bank’s prior written consent. The event was opened by Dr Abdul Aziz Al Musallam, Chairman of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage, and Amina Shabeena, the Ambassador of the Republic of the Maldives. 7 September 2020 Network International Holdings Plc (LSE: NETW), the leading enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa, provides an update on the regulation of fees incurred by merchants who accept digital and card transactions in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). US strongly condemns latest attack on Saudi Arabia. Analyst believe the recent economic and social reforms s will pave the way for significant FDI, 10 year visas and Retirement visas are now being issued, which we see combatting the persistent population decline which the UAE has suffered over the past few years. The aforementioned announcement of the dates of the upcoming UAE bank holidays for Commemoration Day and the UAE's 49th National Day, are similar to those … Their analysis showed lower interest rate environment continued to pressure banks’ asset yield. 2.4 You must not use the name or logo of the Central Bank of the UAE in any advertisement or public announcement or any form of documents or records or communication (whether verbal or written or electronic or otherwise) without the Central Bank’s prior written consent. The updated regulatory guidelines apply to local Fintech companies and … Banks are expected to report in excess of an average 20 per cent year on year decline in profits for the whole of 2020 with earnings outlook remaining modest in 2021. H. H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said that the project is a seed that the UAE plants today and expects future generations to reap the benefits, driven by its passion to learn to unveil a new knowledge. (Bloomberg) -- Dubai’s main equities index led losses in the Gulf after the city imposed fresh restrictions to contain the spread of the coronavirus. VIENNA, 25th January, 2021 (WAM) -- The price of OPEC basket of thirteen crudes stood at US$54.69 a barrel on Friday, compared with US$55.14 the previous day, according to OPEC Secretariat calculations. BERLIN, 25th January, 2021 (WAM/Reuters) -- The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Germany increased by 6,729 to 2,141,665, data from the Robert Koch Institute for infectious diseases showed on Monday. Present were Mohammed Abdullah Hazzam Al Dhaheri, UAEFA's Secretary-General, and the members of delegation accompanying the President of the LFF. These measures will come into force with immediate effect, according to a statement issued on Saturday. Central Bank of United Arab Emirates 01/24/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/24/2021 05:04 CBUAE conducts cyberattack simulation on … Cumulatively generating 9,755MW of electricity, these projects... SHARJAH, 25th January, 2021 (WAM) -- H.H. The Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA) and the United Arab Emirates Central Bank (UAECB) clarified in a joint statement that one of the objectives of launching the common digital currency project " Aber" is for use in financial settlements between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and UAE through Blockchains and Distributed Ledgers technologies. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree No. Russia reported 19,290 new daily cases, including 2,382 in Moscow, taking the national tally to 3,738,690. and The Central Bank of the UAE on Sunday doubled the size of its stimulus package to … The shortlist consisted of three images from the UAE by Ahmed Al Shehi, Salem Sarhan and Safiaa Al Zaabi; two... NEW YORK, 25th January, 2021 (WAM/Reuters) -- The number of coronavirus cases in the United States crossed 25 million on Sunday, a Reuters tally showed, as states accelerate their vaccine distribution and more infectious strains are found globally. All rights reserved. The Maldives Heritage Week activities last five days (Sunday to Thursday), and aims to transport heritage lovers, researchers, and specialists on a journey through the history,... Burj Khalifa: The tallest building in the world, UAE Football Association signs agreement with Latvian Football Federation, National Geographic Abu Dhabi, Almarai’s 2020 ‘Moments’ competition announces shortlist, US COVID-19 infections surpass 25 million, OPEC daily basket price stood at $54.69 a barrel Friday. A host of factors such as the continuing margin compression from low interest rates, the likelihood of elevated levels of non-performing loans are expected to keep the bank profits flat in 2021. The final report of the project results is available on the official websites of SAMA and the CBUAE. The ENOC Group received the accolade for excellence in managing health and safety risks at work, making it one in 66 organisations worldwide to have achieved this prestigious recognition. Fourth edition of Taqdeer Award to recognise 91 workers and companies. BoAML analysts believe the vaccine provides a realistic chance that the travel & tourism sector (including attendance at the EXPO) and trade could rebound more strongly than currently anticipated. The OPEC Reference Basket of Crudes is made up of the following: Saharan Blend (Algeria), Girassol (Angola), Djeno (Congo), Zafiro (Equatorial Guinea), Rabi Light (Gabon), Iran Heavy (Iran), Basra Light (Iraq), Kuwait Export (Kuwait), Es Sider (Libya), Bonny Light (Nigeria), Arab Light (Saudi Arabia), Murban (UAE) and Merey (Venezuela). The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) advises caution against responding to fraudulent e-mails and internet postings purporting to be legitimate CBUAE communications and postings. Sheikh Hamdan bin... ENOC Group wins ‘Sword of Honour’ award by British Safety Council. The CBUAE is not a retail bank and we do not carry out transactions or hold funds for members of the public. You can manage them any time by clicking on the notification icon. States including North Dakota and West Virginia have injected more than 83 percent of their allocated doses into residents' arms, according to data from the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention released on Sunday. Banks in Kuwait advanced on potential resumption of dividend.The DFM General Index fell as much as 1.6% on Sunday before trimming the losses to 0.7% at close. The central bank in the UAE has issued new regulations on Stored Value Facilities (SVF). As we work to de-escalate tensions in the region through principled diplomacy, including by bringing an end to the war in Yemen, we will... Masdar’s Youth 4 Sustainability Virtual Forum prepares next generation of sustainability leaders. The Decree also... LONDON, 25th January, 2021 (WAM/Reuters) -- More than 98.77 million people have been reported to be infected by the novel coronavirus globally and 2,123,871 have died, according to a Reuters tally on Monday. Dubai: The UAE Central Bank on Sunday set up a facility to support liquidity in the banking system, saying it "stands behind" local and foreign banks operating in the country. Data for the third quarter showed profitability of top UAE banks declined in the third quarter due to the low interest rate environment and flat loan growth. The aerospace hub also recorded a steep 78 percent growth of private jets movements in Q4 2020 compared to the same period in 2019 due to the government’s measures in combating the spread of COVID-19. These cookies are used to improve your experience and provide more personalized service to you. MOSCOW, 25th January, 2021 (WAM/Reuters) -- Russia registered fewer than 20,000 new COVID-19 cases for the first time since Nov. 11, the country's coronavirus crisis response centre said on Monday. This section is about Living in UAE and essential information you cannot live without. The Emiri Decree stipulates that the Al Dhaid Wildlife Centre, Al Hamriyah Mangroves Reserve, and Ghalil Al Sabt Reserve are to be added to the specialised bodies of the EPAA. 2.4 You must not use the name or logo of the Central Bank of the UAE in any advertisement or public announcement or any form of documents or records or communication (whether verbal or written or electronic or otherwise) without the Central Bank’s prior written consent.