Cbuae

Economy

CBUAE's New SME Rulebook Lands in September: What It Means for Every Founder Who Borrows From a UAE Bank

The UAE Central Bank has rewritten the rulebook for how banks and finance companies treat SME borrowers, replacing a five-year-old conduct code with a far stricter customer protection regime. Every bank and finance company has until September 13 to comply, and the changes will show up in how fast SMEs get accounts opened, how clearly loan terms are explained, and how disputes get resolved.

Dubai Startups Daily Editorial Team

Aug 17, 2026 3 min

Finance

India and UAE Central Banks Discuss Foreign-Currency Deposit Cooperation

The Reserve Bank of India and the Central Bank of the UAE have opened talks on foreign currency deposit rules, a move that could make it easier for NRIs in the Gulf to bank across both countries. The discussions point to deeper financial ties between two of each other's largest trade and remittance partners.

Dubai Startups Daily Editorial Team

Jul 16, 2026 3 min

Economy

UAE Central Bank Holds Base Rate at 3.65% After Federal Reserve Stands Pat

The UAE Central Bank has kept its overnight deposit rate steady at 3.65%, mirroring the US Federal Reserve's decision to hold its benchmark rate unchanged. For businesses and borrowers across the UAE, that means financing costs stay where they are for now.

Dubai Startups Daily Editorial Team

Jun 18, 2026 3 min