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DB Investing Names Ex-OneRoyal Executive Syed Ahmmed Chief Business Development Officer
financemagnates75d ago

DB Investing Names Ex-OneRoyal Executive Syed Ahmmed Chief Business Development Officer

UAE-based forex and CFD broker DB Investing has appointed Syed Ahmmed as Chief Business Development Officer, giving him a global mandate after several years in leadership posts at OneRoyal and Zara FX. Singapore Summit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don't!) New Global Growth Mandate Ahmmed is based on-site in Muscat, Oman, and leads DB Investing’s business development across MENA, the India Subcontinent, Southeast Asia and Latin America. “Having built and expanded markets across MENA, ISC, and SEA, I now look forward to taking on a broader global mandate. My focus has always been not just to manage markets, but to build them, driving sustainable growth and creating long-term value,” Ahmmed said in a post on Monday. Continue reading: Elena Kupriianova Joins CFDs Broker DB Investing as CMO His scope covers market expansion, strategic partnerships and revenue growth, including the build-out of introducing broker and affiliate networks in both emerging and established markets. He also focuses on client-centric offerings, such as region-specific and Sharia-compliant products, while working with internal teams on brand positioning and market penetration. Background at OneRoyal and Zara FX Before joining DB Investing, Ahmmed served as Regional Head of Business Development for ISC, SEA and Oman at OneRoyal. In that role, he managed expansion, led multicultural sales teams, oversaw the Oman office and drove institutional and high-net-worth client acquisition . He earlier held other business development positions at OneRoyal and briefly worked as Sales Director at Zara FX, where he helped design products and sales frameworks to support revenue growth. He now joins DB Investing’s senior leadership and will work with management, including CEO Gennaro Lanza, as the broker pursues further international growth. Last month, DB Investing announced plans to open a newoffice in Mexico as part of its broader expansion into Latin America. The new branch in Mexico will act as the firm’s regional hub, allowing it to engage more directly with local traders and strengthen its presence in a market that has recently attracted other brokers, including EC Markets and VT Markets. Mexico’s appeal for global CFD brokers stems from a combination of strong demand for online trading and relatively light, indirect local rules on CFDs. While the country’s financial markets are overseen by the CNBV, the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit, and Banco de México, CFDs remain in a legal grey area, with no dedicated regime and explicit warnings that authorities will not protect clients dealing with unlicensed foreign providers. This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.

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USD/BRL Forecast: Rabobank’s Critical 5.55 Target by 2026 Signals Major Economic Shift
bitcoinworld75d ago

USD/BRL Forecast: Rabobank’s Critical 5.55 Target by 2026 Signals Major Economic Shift

BitcoinWorld USD/BRL Forecast: Rabobank’s Critical 5.55 Target by 2026 Signals Major Economic Shift Financial markets are closely analyzing a significant new forecast from Rabobank, which projects the USD/BRL exchange rate will target 5.55 by the end of 2026. This prediction, issued from the [...] This post USD/BRL Forecast: Rabobank’s Critical 5.55 Target by 2026 Signals Major Economic Shift first appeared on BitcoinWorld .

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APL Logistics Opens Amsterdam Distribution and Fulfilment Centre
prnewswire_co_uk76d ago

APL Logistics Opens Amsterdam Distribution and Fulfilment Centre

AMSTERDAM, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- APL Logistics, a global supply chain logistics provider and member of the Kintetsu World Express (KWE) Group, has opened a dedicated distribution and fulfilment warehouse in the Port of Amsterdam. The facility reflects the continued growth of APL...

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11 years of Mudra Yojana: How first-time entrepreneurs, micro-businesses are stepping forward
thehawk_in76d ago

11 years of Mudra Yojana: How first-time entrepreneurs, micro-businesses are stepping forward

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY), the flagship programme of the Modi government, has marked 11 years of operation, aimed at funding the ‘unfunded’ micro enterprises, small businesses and setting the path for their growth. Since its inception on this day in 2015, the programme has been instrumental in powering the business dynamics of small businesses and first-time entrepreneurs, in particular. According to government estimates, around 58 crore loans worth more than Rs 40 lakh crore have been sanctioned under the programme to date. Two-thirds of the Mudra loans have been sanctioned to women entrepreneurs, while about one-fifth were extended to first-time entrepreneurs, making them the biggest beneficiaries. By enabling collateral-free credit, the scheme has been quietly reshaping the foundation of India’s economy, and this is reflected in the way the first-time entrepreneurs, especially women and underserved communities, are stepping forward. According to information gathered by MyGovIndia, a citizen engagement platform of the Government of India, the scheme has spurred the growth of first-time entrepreneurs while spawning a congenial environment for small businesses to contribute to livelihoods as well as the country’s economic outlook. 21 per cent loans given to new entrepreneurs About 21 per cent of the total Mudra loans worth Rs 12,000 crore have been given to new entrepreneurs. This loan also comes without collateral, thus encouraging more young entrepreneurs to come forward and avail loans without conditions. This has apparently led to the mushrooming of first-time entrepreneurs. NPA dips to 2.3 per cent Financial discipline, limited to big corporate houses and financial institutions, got emulated at the grassroots as well, and the data shows NPA reducing to an all-time low of 2.3 per cent. This has facilitated banks to open doors to more loan-seekers while limiting their risk exposure. Growth of Lakhpati Didis Collateral-free loans up to Rs 20 lakh crore have been given to Self-Help Groups (SHGs), facilitating the growth potential of Lakhpati Didis. This has ensured that women emerge as “powerful drivers” of economic change, and their growing confidence in Mudra Yojana is a testament to this belief. According to estimates, two out of every three Mudra loan beneficiaries are women. Last-mile delivery of loans The scheme has seen growth in Tier 2, Tier 3 cities and also rural regions. Over Rs 3.5 lakh crore have been disbursed to 6.15 crore beneficiaries, out of which 49 per cent belong to SC/ST and OBC groups, as per data shared by MyGovIndia. Kishore loans The scheme has helped generate a pool of micro-entrepreneurs. As evident from the numbers, about 74 per cent of loans have been granted to micro businesses, and there has also been a sharp rise in Kishor loans, accounting for a share of 40-45 per cent in the total loans disbursed. Notably, the Mudra Yojana operates under four categories -- Shishu (loans up to Rs 50,000), Kishor (Rs 50,000 to Rs 5 lakh), Tarun (Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh) and Tarun Plus (Rs 10 lakh to Rs 20 lakh) -- depending on the stage of growth and funding needs of borrowers. --IANS mr/dpb

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