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Karim Al Moghraby
Karim is a finance professional specializing in capital markets, fundraising strategy, and investor communications. With a background in banking and financial analysis, he works with startups, financial institutions, and investment firms to develop compelling investor narratives, build financial models, and support capital-raising efforts. His experience spans equity and debt financing, macroeconomic research, and market intelligence, with a growing focus on fintech and digital assets. Karim also brings hands-on exposure to Web3, advising on content strategy and translating complex financial and technical concepts into clear, actionable insights.
Articles by Karim Al Moghraby
Who Is AFCM, and Why Does It Matter to Arab Capital Markets?
The Arab Federation of Capital Markets (AFCM) is a regional industry coordinating body representing 18 exchanges and 56+ institutions across the GCC and Arab nations. Founded in 1978, AFCM works to reduce trading barriers and align regulatory standards across Arab markets.
Lunate Launches Natural Resources Dividend ETF in Germany, With Abu Dhabi Listing to Follow
Lunate has launched the Boreas VettaFi Dividend Winners in Natural Resources UCITS ETF in Germany, focusing on dividend-paying energy and materials companies with a planned Abu Dhabi listing to follow.
Binance Brings Tokenized U.S. Stocks and ETFs to UAE Investors
Binance has launched bStocks, a tokenized securities platform providing UAE investors with 24/7 access to U.S. equities and ETFs
Nasdaq hits record as AMD and Meta power wider AI ETF rally
The Nasdaq Composite reached record territory this week as investors rushed into artificial-intelligence stocks, with major semiconductor and tech ETFs like QQQ and SMH posting significant gains.
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QIA and J.P. Morgan Strike $20 Billion Deal as Qatar Deepens Global Asset-Management Ties
Qatar Investment Authority has signed a $20 billion strategic partnership with J.P. Morgan Asset Management, extending its rapid expansion of relationships with global managers. The deal combines $15 billion in customized global equity portfolios and $5 billion in private-markets financing.
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Active ETFs Go Mainstream as Advisers Embrace ETFs, MSCI Survey Finds
Active ETFs are experiencing rapid mainstream adoption, with 71% of advisers planning to increase allocations over the next two years. The shift represents a fundamental migration of investment strategies into ETF wrappers, with active ETFs increasingly replacing traditional mutual funds.
5 Ways to Invest in AI and Technology Using GCC-Listed ETFs
GCC-listed ETFs now offer specialized exposure to artificial intelligence and technology sectors. Investors can access U.S. mega-cap growth, quantum computing, AI infrastructure, Chinese internet platforms, and Shariah-compliant American technology through five key funds.
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Fed Hike Hits the Gulf Within Hours: What GCC ETF Investors Should Watch
The Federal Reserve raised rates by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4.00% on September 16, prompting immediate responses from GCC central banks including UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain. GCC ETF investors should understand how the dirham peg and monetary transmission mechanisms affect portfolio returns.
ADX Taps DFNS to Build Digital Asset Wallet and Tokenization Infrastructure
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange has partnered with DFNS to build digital asset wallet and tokenization infrastructure, advancing its strategy to support blockchain-based securities and on-chain financial products.
AI Slowdown Fears Hit Chip ETFs as Memory Trade Takes the Brunt
Semiconductor stocks and chip ETFs suffered significant losses on Monday as investors questioned the pace of AI infrastructure development. The PHLX Semiconductor Index fell 5.9%, with memory-focused ETFs like DRAM dropping about 5% as demand concerns reversed earlier supply-squeeze optimism.
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Zcash Has an ETF. Can It Follow Bitcoin’s Path?
The Zcash ETF (ZCSH) launched on NYSE Arca in August 2026, accumulating $500 million in assets within weeks. The launch tests whether ETF structures can broaden adoption of privacy-focused cryptocurrencies like they did for Bitcoin.
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Amman Stock Exchange Extends 2026 Rally as Profits and Trading Activity Rise
The Amman Stock Exchange has extended its 2026 rally to 4,092.95 points, driven by 14.3% growth in corporate profits and significantly increased trading activity. The performance is attracting attention from GCC investors despite Jordan remaining underrepresented in regional portfolios.