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Bahrain Fund boss quit over lack of deals

Bahrain Fund boss quit over lack of deals

The head of Bahrain's sovereign wealth fund quit over differences of strategy with the board, disappointed by its lack of deal-making as it focuses on reviving loss-making domestic assets, sources familiar with the matter said on Tuesday.

February 29, 2012 1:39
 
No honey, no money: Wealth managers learn the regional ropes

No honey, no money: Wealth managers learn the regional ropes

Investment managers must go beyond facts and learn to woo potential clients in the region through good reputation and genuine human connection, says Precious de Leon.

October 4, 2011 3:39
 
Private equity funds in an uphill battle to lure buyers

Private equity funds in an uphill battle to lure buyers

With Dubai not having seen an IPO in over three years, MENA's private equity funds are scrambling for profits before investment exits. Analysts say M&As will lead the way.

October 3, 2011 1:40
 

Bahrain plans $1B sovereign Islamic bond

Gulf Arab state Bahrain is planning to issue a $1 billion sovereign Islamic bond and has mandated three banks for the proposed sale, banking sources said.

September 27, 2011 11:14