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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
US-Iran negotiations reignite the markets, oil drops
Trump's remarks on Iran lead to a brief market surge, but Tehran's rejection highlights ongoing geopolitical tension.
Video: Gold, the quiet diversifier in volatile markets
Discover why gold remains a powerful investment. Understand gold's diversification benefits amid market volatility today.
GCC markets, three weeks into war: oil leads, UAE feels the shock, ETFs map the shift
Markets are being pulled in opposite directions and the GCC is no exception. After three weeks of conflict, regional performance has diverged: UAE equities, including ADX and DFM, have declined, while Saudi Arabia has remained relatively resilient.Oil has been the dominant driver, swinging sharply day to day as markets react to shifting supply and demand.
Muscat Stock Exchange Extends Trading Hours in Push for Regional Alignment
Discover how Muscat Stock Exchange's new trading hours aim to modernize Oman's capital markets for better accessibility.
BlackRock Launches Ethereum Staking ETF With Yield Payouts
Explore BlackRock's new iShares Staked Ethereum Trust (ETHB) for exposure to Ethereum and staking rewards in crypto.
Do ETFs make markets more efficient?
Explore how ETFs impact market efficiency. Discover the balance between benefits and potential risks in modern financial markets.
Trump Hints at an Endgame in Iran. Markets Start Pricing One In
Explore how markets in Iran and the US reacted to President Trump's contradictory messages about the ongoing conflict.
From Prediction Markets to ETFs: New Ways to Invest in Luxury
Prediction markets and luxury ETFs are reshaping how investors access the luxury economy, from collectible watches to global luxury brands.
Dow Slides for Two Straight Days as Stagflation Fears Shake Markets
Explore the recent trends impacting the Dow Jones as it faces volatility from rising oil prices and labor market concerns.
UAE Stocks Slide, Then Rebound as DFM and ADX Reopen After War Halt
UAE stocks faced a sharp decline as trading resumed post-shutdown. Discover the latest on Dubai and Abu Dhabi equities.
Crypto Rallies as Markets Reprice War Risk
Bitcoin rebounded to $72K–$73K after falling to $63K during the Israel-Iran escalation, highlighting its risk-asset behavior.
Markets reaction post Iranian Strike: Gulf Markets, Oil, Gold, and Bitcoin
On Monday, 2 March 2026, global markets awoke to an extraordinary convergence of geopolitical risk and financial market stress. Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) equities plunged, one major GCC exchange stopped trading entirely, Brent crude oil surged as much as 13% intraday, gold broke to multi-day highs near $5,400 per ounce, and bitcoin swung wildly between […]
