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HNIs’ top 3 financial resolutions for 2016

International Finance DeskJanuary 5, 2016

by International Finance DeskJanuary 5, 2016

To build funds for retirement emerges as the top priority January 5, 2016: High net worth individuals’ top three financial resolutions for 2016 are to build funds for their retirement, to more regularly review their investment portfolios, and to save more to leave for their loved ones in their wills, reveals a poll by one...

2015 IFM Awards presented to winners in London

International Finance DeskDecember 8, 2015

by International Finance DeskDecember 8, 2015

The presentation ceremony took place in The Landmark London Hotel on November 27 IFM Correspondent December 8, 2015: The International Finance Magazine 2015 Awards were presented to the winners at a glittering ceremony in London on November 27. Trophies and certificates were handed over to the winners at a gala dinner hosted at The Landmark...

A new challenge begins

International Finance DeskNovember 26, 2015

by International Finance DeskNovember 26, 2015

Mosaic helping pupils ‘Make It Happen’ with the Enterprise Challenge 2016 Jonathan Freeman November 26, 2015: As Managing Director of social mobility charity Mosaic, I have the pleasure of seeing at first-hand the positive impact of the work that we carry out in underprivileged areas. I’m proud of all of our programmes — in primary...

Alternative financing to hit $34 billion mark in 2015

International Finance DeskNovember 18, 2015

by International Finance DeskNovember 18, 2015

Could surpass venture capital and angel investing David Drake November 18, 2015: Alternative financing emerged following the 2008 global financial crisis. Two of these alternative financing mechanisms are peer-to-peer or P2P lending and crowdfunding where funds are raised online. The growth of alternative financing has been consistent since its introduction, raising $2.7 billion in 2012...

Robots leading workout sessions

International Finance DeskNovember 5, 2015

by International Finance DeskNovember 5, 2015

Robocoach offers personalised exercise routines for seniors in Singapore Suparna Goswami Bhattacharya November 5, 2015: Ever thought how it would be if a robot becomes your gym trainer? Well, this is how the elderly in Singapore are keeping themselves fit, for they are getting trained by a robot. In its quest to be a Smart Nation...

Second chance

International Finance DeskOctober 14, 2015

by International Finance DeskOctober 14, 2015

Our mentors have worked with over 200 inmates in 10 prisons since our programme began in 2007 Jonathan Freeman October 14, 2015: Some of the more interesting speeches made during the Conservative Party conference in Manchester recently went largely unreported. One such speech was that given by Justice Secretary, Michael Gove who spoke in length...

Al Ansari Exchange hands over AED 1 million to winner of Summer Promotion 2015

International Finance DeskOctober 5, 2015

by International Finance DeskOctober 5, 2015

Al Ansari Exchange ‘millionaire’ fulfills his dreams after 20 years of work in UAE October 5, 2015 – In line with its commitment to making a positive change in the lives of its customers, Al Ansari Exchange, the UAE-based foreign exchange and worldwide money transfer company, presented the Grand Prize of AED 1 million to...

Countering deprivation and promoting success

International Finance DeskSeptember 29, 2015

by International Finance DeskSeptember 29, 2015

Mosaic’s mentoring scheme reaches over 250 UK schools Jonathan Freeman September 29, 2015: The new school year in the UK is underway and with it comes the annual renewal of hopes and ambitions of pupils, parents and schools for academic success. However, recent research from educational charity The Sutton Trust suggests that the odds for...

Oman wants to increase success rate of SMEs

International Finance DeskSeptember 15, 2015

by International Finance DeskSeptember 15, 2015

Over 50% fail within five years, which is a drag on efforts by the Gulf nation to diversify its oil & gas based economy IFM Correspondent September 15, 2015: The two-day Oman SME Summit in Muscat got off to a rousing start with a welcome speech and special address by His Highness Al Sayyid Dr. Adham...

Taking Omani tradition to the world

International Finance DeskSeptember 11, 2015

by International Finance DeskSeptember 11, 2015

Al-Jabri sisters use their creativity to turn dates into a must-have item IFM Correspondent September 11, 2015: The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. This quote by Mahatma Gandhi is something that inspires Al-Jabri sisters Shatha and Wafa, founders of Meshan Dates and Sweets in Oman. Their...