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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.

Discover the latest on AGIX and its connection to Anthropic's funding round, which could exceed $20 billion.

Learn about the State Street GTN partnership launching model portfolios for wealth platforms in the Middle East today.

Explore how the Dow Jones reached 50,000 points, reflecting a diverse range of sectors contributing to market strength.

Saudi Exchange (Tadawul) has launched a new ETF Market Making Framework designed to tighten bid-ask spreads, improve liquidity, and enhance secondary-market trading efficiency. The framework introduces three obligation tiers with 100% trading-fee rebates for compliant market makers.

Invesco QQQ underwent a structural shift in December 2025, converting from a unit investment trust to an open-end ETF with a fee reduction to 0.18%. The fund's holdings and index tracking remain unchanged, but the legal framework now allows Invesco to retain more marketing revenue.

Explore Morningstar insights on the evolving ETF landscape and learn to use them strategically in your investment portfolio.

Discover how the Space X xai merger unites rockets and AI, forming one of the largest innovation platforms ever.

Saudi Arabia has taken a decisive step in the evolution of its capital markets, fully opening the Saudi stock market to all categories of foreign investors for the first time. Effective Sunday, February 1, overseas institutions, funds, and eligible entities can now invest directly in shares listed on the main market, the Tadawul All Share […]

Understand the recent changes in oil prices due to U.S.-Iran negotiations and their implications for the market.

Explore BlackRock's Shariah-compliant Bitcoin ETP, bridging traditional finance and digital assets for ethical investing.

Explore the latest developments in ETF ADX with new funds hitting the market in 2026. Stay informed on investment opportunities.

Gold has crossed $5,000 per troy ounce for the first time, briefly trading above $5,100 on Monday before settling around the low $5,000s, according to market reporting. It is a milestone few in the bullion market expected this decade, and one with immediate consequences in the Gulf. In the UAE, retail prices adjusted almost instantly, […]