In 2016, Bkam was on the verge of dominating the price comparison space in MENA. The Egypt-based startup secured investments and expanded into promising markets like Saudi Arabia and the UAE. But when a committed…
December 5, 2024
In the latest edition of our quarterly blog, we are excited to showcase the latest developments and share exciting news from the past quarter. 2024 has been a year rich with growth and valuable partnerships shaping…
October 28, 2024
Volatility is the new Carpe Diem for emerging markets. On Wednesday, September 18th, the U.S. Federal Reserve cut the target interest rate by a dramatic 50 basis points. Analysts warn the Fed is trying to sidestep a recession…
October 7, 2024
It is a leading logistics company based in Dubai. It focuses on land transportation and helps customers move cargo shipments across various locations in the MENA. In 2013, Western Express expanded to Muscat to support its Dubai office’s operations and grow in the GCC…
October 1, 2024
We are delighted to present the latest edition of our quarterly blog. In this issue, we will showcase our recent accomplishments and share the latest news and developments from the past quarter.
August 19, 2024
Traditional banking is a growth barrier. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are foundational to economic prosperity. But according to the World Bank Group, a financing gap of $5.2 trillion threatens 65 million SMEs worldwide. The situation is especially bleak in the Middle East…
August 6, 2024
Female Fusion is a global digital community that supports female entrepreneurs in starting, developing, and expanding their businesses. They help women of all ages, nationalities, and cultures at all business stages. They have several types of companies, including product—and service-based. They provide all the tools required to…
July 4, 2024
For over a year, the “higher-for-longer” theme has dominated markets, referring to persistently high interest rates. High borrowing costs and inflation make managing cash flow difficult for businesses that now have higher debt payments, which in turn…
June 1, 2024
Bluedot is the new brand name for Universal Medical Transfer Services, that has established itself as a leading provider of Air Medical Transfers in the Middle East, known for setting higher-than-industry standards with the quality of its services and the commitment of its highly experienced and trained aero-medical team.
March 27, 2024
Private credit assets under management (AUM) continued to be on the rise in 2023 – with strong deployments in the APAC and ROW regions driving a 4% increase in overall…
March 25, 2024
As the SME financing landscape evolves, private credit is poised to play an increasingly prominent role. By leveraging their agility, flexibility, and innovative approach to lending, private credit providers can unlock the full…
January 30, 2024
Navigating the ever-evolving interest rate landscape requires both a understanding of historical trends and an eye on the future. Over the past two years, we’ve witnessed significant shifts in this realm..
January 10, 2024
Traditional banking is a growth barrier. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are foundational to economic prosperity. But according to the World Bank Group, a financing…
Featured SME Western Express October 1, 2024 Origin and Challenges: Western Express started with a team of dedicated professionals with a vision to cater to
Traditional banking is a growth barrier. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are foundational to economic prosperity. But according to the World Bank Group, a financing…
