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News Bahrain: Fintech Forward 2026 Concludes in Bahrain with over 60 Strategic Agreements Signed, Drawing 2900 Participants

Published on: Thursday 08 October 2026
Fintech Forward 2026 Concludes in Bahrain with over 60 Strategic Agreements Signed, Drawing 2900 Participants
News source: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/fintech-forward-2026-concludes-in-bahrain-with-over-60-strategic-agreements-signed-drawing-2900-participants-302902908.html

/PRNewswire/ -- Fintech Forward 2026 (FF26), the Gulf region's flagship financial forum, wrapped up today at Exhibition World Bahrain with more than 60...

News Bahrain: Bahrain to Convene Architects of the Future Economy for Gateway Gulf's Fourth Edition This November

Published on: Wednesday 30 September 2026
Bahrain to Convene Architects of the Future Economy for Gateway Gulf's Fourth Edition This November
News source: https://finance.yahoo.com/economy/articles/bahrain-convene-architects-future-economy-100000823.html

Bahrain is set to convene an exclusive gathering of ministerial and senior government officials, visionary chief executives, and influential voices from across the Middle East, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and North America, for the fourth edition of Gateway Gulf, taking place from 1-2 November 2026 at the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay under the theme Reimagining Global Partnerships, Powering Sustainable Growth.

News Bahrain: Awareness drive urged for health insurance

Published on: Saturday 05 September 2026
Awareness drive urged for health insurance
News source: https://www.gdnonline.com/Details/1405456

The research papers, both authored by Manama-based researcher Salim Hasan Al Arrayed, urge policymakers to invest in targeted public education, media campaigns and community outreach as the kingdom ...

News Bahrain: Bahrain's New Full Foreign Ownership Rules to Impact Real Estate Market

Published on: Monday 25 July 2016
Bahrain's New Full Foreign Ownership Rules to Impact Real Estate Market
News source: https://www.worldpropertyjournal.com/real-estate-news/bahrain/manama/bahrain-100-foreign-ownership-rule-bahrain-foreign-ownership-laws-bahrain-property-market-report-2016-harry-goodson-wickes-faisal-durrani-cluttons-bahraini-government-real-estate-ownership-laws-2016-9954.php

According to international real estate consultant Cluttons, the recent decision by the Bahraini government to allow foreign investors 100% ownership in various sectors of the market is likely to have ...

News Bahrain: Bahrain Lowers Minimum Real Estate Investment for Golden Residency to USD 345,000

Published on: Tuesday 25 November 2025
Bahrain Lowers Minimum Real Estate Investment for Golden Residency to USD 345,000
News source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bahrain-lowers-minimum-real-estate-133500238.html

In a move aimed at enhancing the Kingdom of Bahrain's appeal as a premier investment destination, the Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA) at the Ministry of Interior has announced a reduction in the minimum real estate investment required to obtain the Golden Residency from 530,555 (BHD 200,000) to USD 345,000 (BHD 130,000). The decision is expected to boost demand for high-end properties in a competitive market, while maintaining the high standards of the Golden Residency Progra

News Bahrain: Bahrain's GIB gets $625 million sustainability-linked loan

Published on: Saturday 09 October 2021
Bahrain's GIB gets $625 million sustainability-linked loan
News source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bahrains-gib-gets-625-million-070529667.html

DUBAI, Oct 10 (Reuters) - Bahrain's Gulf International Bank (GIB) said on Sunday it has secured a $625 million sustainability-linked syndicated loan, which increased from an original $500 million due ...

News Bahrain: Mastercard Helps Bahrain’s EazyPay Expand eCommerce Offering

Published on: Monday 23 January 2023
Mastercard Helps Bahrain’s EazyPay Expand eCommerce Offering
News source: https://www.pymnts.com/commerce/ecommerce/2023/mastercard-helps-bahrain-eazypay-expand-ecommerce-offering/

Under the new partnership, EazyPay will be powered by Mastercard Payment Gateway Services (MPGS), the companies announced in a Monday (Jan. 23) news release. Maria Medvedeva, Mastercard’s business ...

News Bahrain: HSBC to sell Bahrain retail banking operations as restructuring progresses

Published on: Tuesday 18 February 2025
HSBC to sell Bahrain retail banking operations as restructuring progresses
News source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/hsbc-sell-bahrain-retail-banking-172953709.html

The deal will see a transfer of retail loans, deposits and accounts of about 76,000 customers to BBK, which is majority owned by the governments of both the countries. Financial details of the transaction, which excludes its corporate and private banking businesses Bahrain, were not disclosed. HSBC has been scaling back its worldwide operations, exiting dozens of low-returning consumer banking activities, combining some of its commercial and investment banking businesses, and overhauling its leadership structure.

News Bahrain: Citibank Bahrain Launches Deposit, Investment Bundle

Published on: Saturday 01 September 2007
Citibank Bahrain Launches Deposit, Investment Bundle
News source: https://www.arabnews.com/archive/302843

MANAMA, 2 September 2007 — Citibank Bahrain has launched a time deposit and investment bundle offering guaranteed returns on time deposits, together with a choice of 100 percent capital protected not…

News Bahrain: Push to boost financial sector

Published on: Tuesday 29 September 2026
Push to boost financial sector
News source: https://www.gdnonline.com/Details/1408096

His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, yesterday met GFH Financial Group chairman Abdulmohsen Al Rashed at Riffa Palace. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime ...

News Bahrain: Bahrain Cards and Payments Opportunities and Risks to 2027

Published on: Thursday 14 December 2023
Bahrain Cards and Payments Opportunities and Risks to 2027
News source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bahrain-cards-payments-opportunities-risks-174800400.html

Dublin, Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Bahrain Cards and Payments - Opportunities and Risks to 2027" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.The report provides detailed analysis of market trends in the Bahrain's cards and payments industry. It provides values and volumes for a number of key performance indicators in the industry including Mobile wallets, Credit transfers, Cards, Cash, Direct debits and Cheques during the review-period (2019-23e).The report also analyz

News Bahrain: Bahrain cards market at all time high

Published on: Sunday 15 September 2024
Bahrain cards market at all time high
News source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bahrain-cards-market-time-high-055508458.html

Card penetration in Bahrain is relatively high by regional standards, and card use is rising as a result of initiatives by the government and local issuers. Sharia-compliant banking and products are also gaining popularity, leading to increased levels of competition. Global Data’s research team takes a closer look

News Bahrain: Binance Bahrain Expands Multi-Asset Offerings with Tokenized Stocks

Published on: Tuesday 15 September 2026
Binance Bahrain Expands Multi-Asset Offerings with Tokenized Stocks
News source: https://blockchain.news/news/binance-bahrain-tokenized-stocks

Binance Bahrain introduces tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs, enabling 24/5 trading and stablecoin settlements under CBB's regulatory framework.

News Bahrain: Junk-rated Bahrain to brave markets with dollar bond issues

Published on: Wednesday 06 May 2020
Junk-rated Bahrain to brave markets with dollar bond issues
News source: https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2020/5/6/junk-rated-bahrain-to-brave-markets-with-dollar-bond-issues

Bahrain has hired banks for a potential dual-tranche dollar bond issue, banking sources told Reuters News Agency. The junk-rated Gulf oil producer is seeking to raise cash amid the new coronavirus ...

News Bahrain: Bahrain Retail Market Report 2021

Published on: Wednesday 03 February 2021
Bahrain Retail Market Report 2021
News source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bahrain-retail-market-report-2021-100300795.html

Dublin, Feb. 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Bahrain Retail Market by Type (Store-Based Retailing (by Format, by Grocery Retailing Format, by Non-Grocery Retailing Format ) v/s Non Store Retailing (by Format)), by Company, by Region, Forecast & Opportunities, 2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Bahrain Retail Market was valued USD 5.80 Billion in 2019 and is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 15.62% in the next five years, to reach USD 10 Billion by 2025. Retail industry in Bahrain has been growing due to rise in the number of malls and retail chain expansions. Malls and supermarkets are increasing helping the customers in buying different types of goods and products for household, baby care, groceries, apparels, etc., all under one roof.Increasing disposable income and consumer preference towards the retail market is expected to influence the market growth through 2025. Growth of the tourism industry is attracting consumers towards the retail market. For instance, the launch of Bahrain shopping festival attracts many tourists in Bahrain. The success of project like Avenues Mall has influenced the demand for retail infrastructure which are also equipped with recreational facilities.The Bahrain Retail Market is segmented based on type, region, and company. Based on type, the market can be bifurcated into store based and non-store store. Store based segment accounted for the share of 87.23% in 2019 and the trend is expected to continue until 2025.The major players operating in the Bahrain Retail Market are BMMI Group, Ali-Rashid Al-Amin Co, Majid Al Futtaim Group, Lulu Group International, Jawad Business Group, HHM Group, Aljazira group, Fucom International WLL, Almeer Group, Alshaya Group and others. Major companies are launching new products to stay competitive in the market.Years considered for this report: Historical Years: 2015-2018Base Year: 2019Estimated Year: 2020Forecast Period: 2021-2025 Key Topics Covered: 1. Product Overview2. Research Methodology3. Executive Summary4. Global Retail Market Overview5. Bahrain Retail Market Outlook5.1. Market Size & Forecast5.1.1. By Value5.2. Market Share & Forecast5.2.1. By Type (Store Based Retailing v/s Non Store Retailing)5.2.2. By Region5.2.3. By Company5.3. Market Attractiveness Index6. Bahrain Store Food Retailing Market Outlook6.1. Market Size & Forecast6.1.1. By Value6.2. Market Share & Forecast6.2.1. By Format (Grocery Retailers, Non-Grocery Retailers and Other Mixed Retailers)6.2.2. By Grocery Retailing Format (Hypermarkets/Supermarkets, Convenience Stores, Forecourt Retailers, Food/Drink/Tobacco Retailers and Other Traditional Grocery Retailers)6.2.3. By Non-Grocery Retailing Format (Apparels & Footwear Retailers; Electronic & Appliances Retailers; Health & Beauty Retailers; Leisure & Personal Goods Retailers, Luxury Retailers and Others)7. Bahrain Non-Store Based Retail Market Outlook7.1. Market Size & Forecast7.1.1. By Value7.2. Market Share & Forecast7.2.1. By Format (Internet Retailing, Mobile Internet Retailing, Home Shopping, Direct Selling and Vending)8. PEST Analysis9. Market Dynamics9.1. Drivers/Opportunities9.2. Challenges/Restraints10. Market Trends & Developments11. Policy & Regulatory Landscape12. Bahrain Economic Profile13. Competitive Landscape13.1. Company Profiles13.1.1. BMMI Group13.1.2. Ali-Rashid Al-Amin Co13.1.3. Majid Al Futtaim Group13.1.4. Lulu Group International13.1.5. Jawad Business Group13.1.6. HHM Group13.1.7. Aljazira group13.1.8. Fucom International WLL13.1.9. Almeer Group13.1.10. Alshaya Group14. Strategic RecommendationsFor more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/axz33k Research and Markets also offers Custom Research services providing focused, comprehensive and tailored research. CONTACT: CONTACT: ResearchAndMarkets.com Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager [email protected] For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900

News Bahrain: Bahrain Data Center Market Investment Report 2022-2027: Bahrain, Manama, Hamala and Aksar are the Leading Data Center Markets and are Expected to Witness Majority of Investments

Published on: Monday 11 April 2022
Bahrain Data Center Market Investment Report 2022-2027: Bahrain, Manama, Hamala and Aksar are the Leading Data Center Markets and are Expected to Witness Majority of Investments
News source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bahrain-data-center-market-investment-083800200.html

Bahraini Data Center Market Bahraini Data Center Market Dublin, April 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Bahrain Data Center Market - Investment Analysis & Growth Opportunities 2022-2027" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Bahrain data center market size will grow at a CAGR of 11.29% during 2022-2027. In-depth Analysis and Data-driven Insights on the Impact of COVID-19 Included in this Bahrain Data Center Market Investment Analysis and Growth Opportunities ReportA busines

News Bahrain: Start-up of Bahrain LNG import terminal delayed to Q3

Published on: Thursday 23 May 2019
Start-up of Bahrain LNG import terminal delayed to Q3
News source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/start-bahrain-lng-import-terminal-125455320.html

The start-up of the Bahrain liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminal has been delayed to the third quarter this year from May, Teekay LNG Partners , which owns a share in the terminal, said in its financial results on Thursday. Teekay said the terminal is still under construction, which has delayed the beginning of operations until Q3. Bahrain LNG, which is developing the terminal, is jointly owned by the National Oil and Gas Authority (NOGA) of Bahrain, Teekay LNG Partners, Samsung Construction and Trading and the Gulf Investment Corp.

News Bahrain: Bahrain says local factories can now import raw materials duty-free to stay competitive

Published on: Tuesday 02 September 2025
Bahrain says local factories can now import raw materials duty-free to stay competitive
News source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/bahrain-says-local-factories-can-now-import-raw-materials-duty-free-to-stay-competitive/articleshow/123657924.cms

Middle East News: Bahrain's new customs exemption policy enables local factories to import essential raw materials without customs duties, fostering industrial growth and competitiveness under the 2022–2026 Industrial Sector Strategy and Bahrain Economic Vision 2030.