Egyptian Stock Exchange Dividends: Deadline Hits for Five Listed Companies CAIRO — The clock is ticking for investors seeking a payout. Today marks the critical cutoff for the right to coupon for five companies listed on the Egyptian Stock Exchange. In the fast-moving world of the EGX, the “right to coupon” is the definitive line … Read more
Punjab’s ‘Rehmat Card’: A Blueprint for Pakistan’s Expanding Social Safety Net Over 2.8 million Pakistani citizens currently live below the poverty line, a figure that disproportionately impacts widows and orphans. The recent launch of Punjab’s ‘Rehmat Card’ scheme – alongside similar initiatives like the ‘Widow Sahara Card’ – isn’t just a regional response to immediate … Read more
Dubai Stock Exchange Liquidity Concentrates: Five Stocks Control Nearly 70% of Trading Dubai’s financial markets are experiencing a period of heightened concentration, with just five publicly traded companies now accounting for a substantial 67% of all liquidity on the Dubai Stock Exchange (DSE). This shift raises questions about market diversification and potential risks, even as … Read more
Carlos Ulberg’s Title Shot Signals a New Era of Globalized UFC Contenders The UFC is no longer America’s backyard. While the promotion has long cultivated talent from across the globe, the rapid ascent of New Zealand’s Carlos Ulberg to a light heavyweight title fight against Jiří Procházka at UFC 327 represents a seismic shift. Historically, … Read more
The Silent Revolution: How Smartphones Are Rendering Cash Obsolete – And What Comes Next By 2025, contactless payments facilitated by smartphones are projected to reach €30 billion, a figure that underscores a seismic shift in consumer behavior. But this isn’t simply about convenience; it’s a fundamental restructuring of the financial landscape, driven by technological advancements, … Read more
UAE Banking Sector Poised for Record-Breaking Transfers in 2025 The United Arab Emirates banking sector is on track to facilitate a staggering 24.36 trillion dirhams in financial transfers by 2025, signaling robust economic activity and a growing financial hub. This projection, coupled with record-breaking deposit inflows, underscores the UAE’s strengthening position in the global financial … Read more