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Should UAE borrowers expect fewer rate cuts in 2026?

US policymakers remain divided on pace of easing next year, offering clues for UAE rates

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UAE borrowers brace for slower rate cuts in 2026 as US Fed turns cautious

UAE revokes Omda Exchange licence, imposes Dh10m fine

Regulator cites breaches of law, related regulations after supervisory examinations

The UAE Central Bank has been strict with any signs of non-compliance related to AML and other requirements.

Expat deposits Dh100,000 in savings only to regret it

Missed rates, locked cash and inflation pressures are forcing UAE savers to rethink FDs

Dubai expat puts Dh100,000 of his savings in a single fixed deposit — and later regrets it

New digital system to settle blood money claims in UAE

New platform links prosecutors and insurers to speed up cases and cut paperwork

CBUAE, Dubai Public Prosecution launch digital system to settle blood money claims

UAE resident sends Dh4,600 via app, money goes missing

After a routine transfer, UAE resident faces silence, delays, and no refund: Next steps?

UAE resident sends Dh4,600 via remittance app, funds debited but never received

New norms for UAE insurance, telemarketing to go ahead

Board also reviewed updates on the “Jisr” platform for central bank digital currencies

In a CBUAE board meeting held on Tuesday at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi, several financial regulations were approved.

First phase of UAE digital dirham to be free for users

New digital currency aims to speed up payments at no cost

The bank confirmed that users will be able to benefit from this service in handling their financial transactions.

Rate cuts over? UAE borrowing costs to still drop soon

Slow US rate cuts mean modest relief ahead as UAE loan, credit card costs ease gradually

Rate cuts nearly over — but loan costs will still drop for UAE residents in 2026

UAE cuts interest rate for third, final time in 2025

Base rate applicable to the Overnight Deposit Facility (ODF) lowered to 3.65% from 3.90%

UAE cuts key interest rate for third and final time in 2025, mirroring Fed

US, UAE on track for final interest rate cut of 2025

Markets see 90% chance of a 25bps Fed cut next week as UAE readies its decision

As high interest rates meant it’s more expensive to borrow money, big purchases slowed or got delayed.

CBUAE to introduce new products for low-income workers

New digital savings tools to help low-income workers earn returns on small deposits

The initiative forms part of wider efforts to improve financial inclusion and streamline financial services for workers.

Millions now qualify after UAE drops loan salary rule

Banks get room to set own loan rules as lower-income residents gain formal credit access

Millions more now qualify as UAE drops salary requirement for personal loans

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