ABU DHABI / WAM  The Registration Authority (RA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has taken enforcement action against ADGM-registered audit firm, KPMG Lower Gulf Limited (KPMG). The RA imposed a financial penalty in the amount of $30,000 against KPMG for ineffective systems and controls leading to non-compliance with audit requirements under RA-administered legislation. ADGM audit regulatory framework requires audit …

ABU DHABI / WAM Michael Bolliger, Chief Investment Officer, Emerging Markets at UBS Global Wealth Management, forecasts the UAE’s gross domestic product (GDP) to stand at 3.5 percent in 2023, rising to 3.9 percent in 2024. In a statement to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Bolliger shared the bank’s positive outlook on the UAE’s medium-term growth prospects, supported by strong …

SHARJAH / WAM HH Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah (UoS), met on Thursday, with Dr Hamid Majoul Al Nuaimi, the University’s Chancellor, Vice Chancellors, Deans of Colleges, Directors of Research Centres and Institutes, and heads of academic departments at the University. Welcoming the attendees from the …