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Markaz: GCC IPOs raise USD 13.2 billion in 2024
Markaz released its research report titled “Initial Public Offerings (IPO) in the GCC markets”, stating that the region has seen 53 offerings during the year 2024 raising a total of USD 13.2 billion in proceeds, marking a 23% increase compared to the previous year, where issuers raised USD 10.7 billion through 46 offerings. Corporate IPOs raised USD 8.9 billion, or 67% of the total GCC IPO proceeds during the year, through 48 offerings. While IPOs offered by government related entities only accounted for 33%, amounting to USD 4.3 billion through 5 offerings.
19/01/2025
Markaz partners with Objectway, a leading provider of innovative digital solutions
Markaz, a leading asset management and investment banking firm in the MENA region, and Objectway, a leading provider of innovative digital solutions for banks, asset managers, and wealth managers, announced a strategic partnership in a step to support Markaz in delivering an enhanced client experience for clients, by significantly improving and automating processes and seamless client journeys.
09/01/2025
Markaz sponsors Business Valuation Masterclass for Kuwait University students with Professor Aswath Damodaran
Markaz proudly sponsored an intensive Business Valuation Masterclass, organized by Kuwait University’s Financial Trading Center, as part of the College of Business Administration, and conducted by Professor Aswath Damodaran from New York University (NYU), Stern School of Business. This sponsorship highlights Markaz’s commitment to fostering knowledge, financial literacy and excellence in the financial sector, and the investment banking realm.
25/12/2024