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AGP Executive Report

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Gulf Market Access: Dubai-based Lankan Cart is relaunching as a platform to bring Sri Lankan farmers and small producers to UAE customers, with plans to reach wider Gulf markets. SME Support: Majid Al Futtaim has introduced Ma’an by MAF Home Edition with Dubai SME, aiming to support local businesses. Digital Banking: Qatar Development Bank won seven Global Finance awards, including recognition for its SME banking platform and digital services for businesses. Business Climate: Turkey recorded 93,095 small-business closures in nine months, pointing to mounting pressure on smaller firms. Fintech: Egypt’s MNT-Halan debuted on the Cairo exchange at a valuation of about $775 million after a heavily oversubscribed IPO.

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Oct. 13, 2026

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Egyptian fintech tycoon Mounir Nakhla's MNT-Halan valued at $775 million on stock debut

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Majid Al Futtaim introduces Ma’an by MAF Home Edition during Dubai Home Festival 2026, in partnership with Dubai SME and DFRE, to support local SMEs

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