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Strategy is the key to success in the GCC

To be successful in the Gulf, global asset managers must understand that strategy outcompetes speed or scale, argues Paul Doyle of Fiera Capital* Though we...

A growing universe of emerging market debt

Emerging market debt (EMD) is often considered a homogenous block, but within this seemingly uniform landscape lies a very large opportunity set. Understanding the...

Climate finance: Why green initiatives are soaring in the Middle East

From a standing start 15 years ago, the market in green bonds has reached $2 trillion. The Middle East, meanwhile, is on the course...

Interview: Saudi Arabia advances women and youth, says CEO

A year into her role as Saudi Arabia head for Northern Trust asset servicing, Kholoud Al Dosari talks to Laraib Shahid about diversity in...

Sponsored feature: Cryptos gaining ground in the Middle East

Between 1 January 2021 and 30 October 20211, the market capitalisation of cryptocurrencies tripled. That's when Bitcoin surpassed the famous $60,000 threshold. Unfortunately, the...

The crypto market on the cusp of adoption

Designed as a payment tool, cryptocurrencies have attracted the interest of asset managers as the promise of returns is so high.  Cryptocurrencies are naturally becoming...

Inside view: Opportunities in Middle Eastern Debt

Oman and Bahrain, two high-yielding Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, present compelling growth opportunities, writes Daniel Wood of William Blair Investment Management. Each being high...

Emerging markets: A story that still has substance

Emerging economies were seen as one of the most promising markets for investors, yet they have struggled for a decade. Their success in confronting...