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UAE IPO Outlook, QatarEnergy’s $3B Chinese Loan, and Oil Surges Near $100

In this episode of the Smashi Business Show, we discuss Morgan Stanley’s bullish outlook on UAE capital and credit markets following regional stabilization. We then break down QatarEnergy securing a $3 billion facility from four major Chinese banks to fund general working capital ...  Show more

DP World’s Bangladesh Deal, UAE-Thailand CEPA, and Multi-Billion Syria Real Estate Investments

In this episode of the Smashi Business Show, we examine DP World securing a 15-year concession to operate a major container terminal at Bangladesh’s largest port. We then break down the conclusion of CEPA negotiations between the UAE and Thailand to accelerate bilateral trade and ...  Show more

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