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Al Ramz Capital LLC, located in Dubai, UAE, has been appointed as a liquidity provider for Lulu Retail Holdings PLC, the largest retailer in the region by sales and store numbers, listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange. Starting November 17, 2025, Al Ramz will begin trading Lulu shares following regulatory approvals. The role of a liquidity provider is to enhance share trading by improving order book depth, reducing trading spreads, minimizing price volatility, and increasing trading volume, which helps narrow the gap between intrinsic and market value. Al Ramz is a licensed market maker with over 25 years of experience in UAE capital markets across multiple exchanges. CEO Karim Schoeib expressed satisfaction with the appointment, highlighting Al Ramz's commitment to maintaining high governance and transparency standards. Al Ramz is known for its market-making services and has established itself as a leader in liquidity provision. Founded in 1998, Al Ramz is a public joint stock company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, offering a range of financial services.

Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) has issued its first Sustainability-Linked Sukuk, raising USD 1 billion with a profit rate of 4.572% per annum over five years. The issuance, which was more than twice oversubscribed, marks a significant milestone in DIB's sustainable finance efforts, reflecting strong global investor confidence in the bank's performance and ESG alignment. This Sukuk introduces a performance-linked structure to DIB's sustainable finance platform, advancing Islamic sustainable finance by tying impact to measurable performance targets. The funds will support a diversified portfolio of sustainability-linked financing for clients committed to achieving specific sustainability KPIs. The Sukuk aligns with international best practices and supports the UAE's Net Zero 2050 Initiative. The bank's Sustainability-Linked Financing Framework was independently verified by Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS).

Ajman Bank and BHM Capital have entered into a partnership to launch an Equity Financing Program in the UAE. This initiative aims to provide investors with access to local capital markets through Sharia-compliant financing and investment solutions. Ajman Bank will offer financing facilities to purchase Sharia-compliant shares, while BHM Capital will handle trading orders. The collaboration combines Ajman Bank's Islamic financing expertise with BHM Capital's brokerage capabilities, enhancing market liquidity and supporting the growth of the financial sector. The program is designed to broaden access to capital markets and aligns with the UAE's vision of becoming a global financial hub.

Dubai Investments reported a 59% increase in profit before tax, reaching AED 1.10 billion for the nine-month period ending on September 30, 2025. This growth was driven by increased rental income from its real estate portfolio and strong performance in its manufacturing segment. The company's investment portfolio also contributed to the profitability in Q3 2025. Total assets rose to AED 23.57 billion, and equity attributable to owners increased to AED 14.37 billion. CEO Khalid Bin Kalban highlighted the group's strategic focus on real estate and income-generating assets, emphasizing operational efficiency and long-term growth. Looking forward, Dubai Investments plans to advance growth in its core sectors, particularly real estate, with ongoing projects like the Violet Tower in Jumeirah Village Circle and developments at Danah Bay and Mirdif Hills.