A quarter that not only redefined the pace of our growth but also reinforced Beehive’s position as a pioneer in the digital SME lending space across the GCC.
From securing funding alliances to growing our team and enhancing regulatory frameworks, Q1 was a testament to our mission: fueling the growth ambitions of SMEs through fast, digital and accessible finance.
Let’s look at what made Q1 remarkable:
Strategic alliances: Powering the next chapter of growth
We have achieved a major milestone for SME lending: Beehive secured a first-of-its-kind structured funding arrangement with global financial powerhouses.
Performance highlights: Impact in numbers
Our platform continues to make a tangible difference to real businesses. Through Beehive, we now have:
1500
Funded businesses across the GCC
150M OMR
Secured in SME funding
10000+
Investor base
Funded 2,100 businesses across the GCC
Disbursed over OMR 350 million
Grown our investor base to 15,000+
These aren’t just statistics; they’re stories of businesses growing, creating jobs, and realizing dreams.
We are heard and seen:
We’re thrilled to have been featured on multiple esteemed platforms, where we showcased our impact in connecting SMEs with investors:
Forbes Middle East’s Fintech 50
Money Majlis Podcast
Ramadan Highlights: The Power of One
People & Culture: Growing with Purpose
Behind every bold move is a team that believes in the mission. In Q1, we expanded our talent pool to ensure we’re always one step ahead in serving SMEs across the GCC.
Team Expansion Highlights:
UAE: Two new employees in Credit, two in business development, and one in Compliance.
Oman: A new business development executive and country head who will lead operations.
KSA: Three new business development executives and our first Credit Trainee.
Regulatory Updates: Stronger Foundations for Growth
Updates to Islamic Terms & Conditions:
Retail investment cap per SME: Now AED 36,000
Annual transfer limit to Beehive: Raised to AED 360,000
This enhances access while maintaining investor protection.
What’s Next?
As we move into Q2, our focus remains clear:To be the lender of first resort for SMEs in the GCC and to continue enabling their growth in smarter, faster, and seamless ways.
In the UAE, Beehive P2P Limited, an e& enterprise company, is regulated by the DFSA. In Oman, Beehive Financial Technology SPC is regulated by the FSA. Beehive in KSA is registered as ‘Beehive Saudi for Technology & Information Systems’