AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSME Finance in the UAE: Vision Bank (ADGM) launched an SME financing proposition for short-term trade finance and cross-border working capital, using a platform-led model via fintech and trade finance partners and assessing underlying trade flows under Shari’ah principles. Local Business Banking in Oman: BankDhofar hosted an SME Growth Forum aimed at supporting Oman’s entrepreneurs. SME Payments Upgrade in South Africa: Canva partnered with EBANX and Capitec Pay to enable cardless recurring subscriptions for South Africans, expanding access beyond low credit-card penetration. Business Compliance Reminder (UAE): The UAE Federal Tax Authority urged corporate taxpayers (including those eligible for small business relief) with a 31 Dec 2025 year-end to file and pay Corporate Tax by 30 Sep 2026. GCC Banking Watch: Roland Berger said GCC banks’ falling non-performing loan ratios may be driven more by favorable conditions and write-offs than structural resilience. Digital Infrastructure for Growth: ibex opened a new Cairo service delivery center to expand AI-powered customer experience outsourcing for healthtech, tech and retail clients.
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