This article showcases our top picks for the best UAE (United Arab Emirates) based Financial Services companies. These startups and companies are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Financial Services industry, but are all exceptional companies well worth a follow.
We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands.
We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:
- Innovation
- Innovative ideas
- Innovative route to market
- Innovative product
- Growth
- Exceptional growth
- Exceptional growth strategy
- Management
- Societal impact
Top UAE (United Arab Emirates) Financial Services Startups
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Ziina
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Ziina is bringing the next generation of financial services to the Middle East. Ziina is the UAE’s first peer-to-peer payment app.
First Abu Dhabi Bank
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FAB, the UAE’s largest bank and one of the world’s largest financial institutions offers a an extensive range of tailor-made solutions.
Beehive
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Beehive connect businesses looking for finance with investors, building mutually beneficial partnerships for growth.
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank
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Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank offers personal and business banking services to the customers.
Network International
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Network International provider of payment solutions in the Middle East.
Shuaa Capital psc
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SHUAA Capital psc is a leading asset management and investment banking platform, with c. US$14 billion in assets under management.
NymCard
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NymCard is a cloud-based issuer processor enabling financial institutions to build virtual and plastic card programs for their customers.
NOW Money
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NOW Money uses mobile banking technology to bring accounts and remittance to the unbanked population of the Middle East.
Telr
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An award-winning, Dubai-based start-up offering payment gateway solutions.
Channel VAS
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The premium Fintech provider of Mobile Financial Services, Airtime Credit & Airtime Advance Services, Handset Loans and Big Data Analytics
North Ladder
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North Ladder is a Real-time auction driven second hand marketplace facilitating access to quick cash for consumer assets.
Democrance
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Democrance is an insurance technology company that offers insurance and protection to the 99% uninsured population in the region.
Souqalmal.com
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Souqalmal.com is the leading financial comparison site in the Middle East with operations in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the UAE.
tabby
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tabby allows retailers to offer their online and in-store customers the ability to buy now and pay later
Klaim
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Klaim is an InsureTech platform offering a SaaS medical claim management and financing platform all in one.
Hubpay
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Hubpay is an independently regulated provider of cross-border money services designed to increase financial inclusion in emerging markets.
Smart Crowd
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Smart Crowd is an innovative real estate investment platform.
Cashee
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Cashee provides a prepaid card and digital platform to kids and teens.
Aqeed Technology
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Aqeed is an insurance technology company that aims to make insurance simple, transparent, and accessible.
Global Ventures
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Global Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in founders and ideas across emerging markets.
EmiSwap
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Decentralized Automated Market Making exchange with NFTs and ESW governance token
Xpence
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Xpence is a neobank for solo entrepreneurs and startups that combines bookkeeping and banking in one app.
Go Rise
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Go Rise is a start-up building a financial services platform for migrants.
Invoice Bazaar
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Invoice Bazaar is a Fintech company that is focused on the financial inclusion of under-served Small and Mid-sized Enterprises (SME).
EQ2 Ventures
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EQ2 Ventures is an investment firm that invests in Seed to Series B-stage startup companies.
ADQ
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ADQ is a holding company with a diverse portfolio of major enterprises.
Wally
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The easiest and fastest way to manage your financial life in one place. Get clarity. Get smarter. Get in-control.
PaySky
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Next-generation electronic payment solutions provider
Jingle Pay
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Jingle Pay offers social payment solutions for individuals and businesses on mobile & desktop platforms.
Monami Tech
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Monami Tech helps financial institutions to build efficiency and streamlines operations.
Springbox AI
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Springbox AI is an AI-powered financial forecasting application designed to replace financial market investment service.
DepositBook
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DepositBook is an online platform and an open banking network which connects Banks and Depositors globally.
Gulf Islamic Investments LLC (GII)
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Gulf Islamic Investments is a UAE-based financial services company.
ARKIN Technologies
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A global company that develops, operates and markets financial technology platforms for consumers, businesses and government agencies.
Maliyya
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Maliyya is a global sharia compliant P2P financing & investing platform.
ArabianChain
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Aim to revolutionize the way how Governments, Businesses and People perceive.
Money Protects™ of MAB Innovations ROFR.
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Financial Services – FinTech
Awad Capital
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Awad Capital is an Independent, DFSA Regulated, Financial Services firm specialising in M&A, Corporate Finance and the Capital Markets
Huspy
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Huspy is a proptech company that simplifies the home financing process.
Mashreq Bank
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Mashreq is a banking and financial services platform.
BitOasis
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BitOasis is the largest, most secure, and most liquid digital asset exchange in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region
Apex Fund Services
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Apex provides portfolio valuations, corporate secretarial administration, directorships and listing sponsorships.
DIFC FinTech Hive
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DIFC FinTech Hive connects startups with the region’s largest financial industry stakeholders and institutions.
Abu Dhabi Government’s Department of Finance
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The Department of Finance (DOF) was established in 1962. It plays a fundamental role in providing Abu Dhabi government entities with the
National Bank of Abu Dhabi
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NBAD was Abu Dhabi’s first local bank and has played a formative role in building the country’s financial system.
Delta Partners Capital Limited
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Our Private Equity arm focuses on the telecoms, media, and digital sector and provide funding to fund companies’ growth in emerging markets.
Cashew Payments
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cashew is a 360° instant payment & digital finance solution that empowers consumers to finance their lifestyle needs.
PowerErn
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Financing Solar Energy Solutions for High-Impact Communities via blockchain-based Micro-Investing Ecosystem
CASHU
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CASHU is a safe payment method designed for and customized to suit, serve, and support online shoppers.
Finablr
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Finablr is a global platform for Payments and Foreign Exchange solutions underpinned by modern and proprietary technology.
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
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DIFC is a global financial centre.
Majid Al Futtaim Holdings LLC.
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Majid Al Futtaim is an Emirati holding company based in Dubai.
Mintroute
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Mintroute specializes in prepaid distribution solutions like digital payments, e-voucher generation, gift cards and self-service kiosks.
UAE Exchange
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UAE Exchange is the leading global remittance, foreign exchange and payment solutions brand.
RAKBANK
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The National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah, is one of the fastest growing and most dynamic banks in the UAE.
Abu Dhabi Global Market
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Abu Dhabi Global Market is a broad-based international financial centre for local, regional and international institutions.
First Gulf Bank
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As one of the leading banks in the UAE, First Gulf Bank (FGB) has Shareholder Equity of more than AED24 billion making it one of the
Holborn Assets
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Holborn Assets is an independently owned global financial advisory group based in the UAE.
International Holding Company
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International Holding Company is engages in the investment and development of food and feed supply business.
Shibumi International
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Shibumi International is a venture capital vehicle investing in early stage startups in the built environment.
Holo.ae
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Holo is the first web-based Digital mortgage advice and application platform in the Middle East.
Al Masah Capital Limited
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Asset management firm providing an array of investment offerings and advisory solutions tailored to the needs of our broad client base.
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB)
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Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank is an Islamic bank based in Abu Dhabi city, in the United Arab Emirates.
Ali Cloud Investment
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Ali Cloud Investment is a Dubai-based boutique investment banking firm.
MidChains
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MidChains is an upcoming regulated digital asset exchange and custodian
Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates
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Central Bank of United Arab Emirates formulates and implements the monetary policy monetary stability.
Wamda
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Wamda accelerates entrepreneurship ecosystems throughout the MENA region by joining Wamda Capital and the leading knowledge platform in MENA
Younata Investment Limited
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Younata Investment Limited is a family office based in Dubai
Al Ahalia Money Exchange Bureau
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Al Ahalia Money Exchange Bureau is a financial services company that focuses on money transfers and money exchanging.
Splintr
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Splintr is the first Buy Now Pay Later company in the GCC region, offering customers multiple payment options at the point of checkout.
Dunia Finance
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Dunia means ‘the world’ in many languages and we offer our customers a world that serves from the heart.
Ali & Sons
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Ali & Sons Holding LLC (AS) is based in Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) and is a diversified conglomerate established in 1979.
Trade Capital Partners
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Trade Capital Partners provides working capital to regional importers, exporters, traders, distributors, wholesalers, and SMEs.
Wethaq Capital Markets
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Wethaq Capital leading regulated venture in Islamic Capital Markets
The Food Fund
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The Food Fund is a venture capital fund that aims to reduce the total cost of food throughout the value chain
Al Khayyat Investments
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Al Khayyat Investments specializes in investments in people who have expertise and experience in delivering success in various sectors.
Union Insurance
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UI is a dynamic, ambitious and innovative organisation that nurtures a corporate culture where employees are treated like family.
Noor Bank
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Noor Bank (formerly Noor Islamic Bank) was established in January 2008, in Dubai – United Arab Emirates.
World Investments
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World Investments is the most eminent financial services companies in the United Arab Emirates.
Sharjah Islamic Bank
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Sharjah Islamic Bank’s reputation and continued success has been built by providing customers with unparalleled levels of service.
Dubai Investments PJSC
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Dubai Investments PJSC is a leading investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market
Anglo-Gulf Trade Bank
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AGTB is the digital trade finance bank facilitating trade between the Middle East, United Kingdom and Asia.
GDA Fund
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Global Digital Assets Fund is a leading digital assets and proprietary investment fund based in Dubai and Australia.
Greenstone Equity Partners
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The largest fund placement firm based in the Middle East
Cash no more
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Convenient online service for accepting tips and donations
ADS Securities
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ADS Securities provides sophisticated forex, bullion and commodities trading solutions to institutional and private investors.
Neo Technologies
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Neo Technologies is a UAE based, leading technology services company focused on digital wealth management solutions in the MENA region.
Aafaq Islamic Finance
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Aafaq Islamic Finance is financial services and products provider.
National Bank of Fujairah
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NBF has a long established reputation for excellence in the areas of corporate and commercial banking, trade finance and treasury.
GCC Exchange
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GCC Exchange is an UAE based fast growing money transfer, foreign exchange and payment solution brand for individuals and businesses.
Emirates Islamic
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A leading Islamic financial services institution with a core platform in retail banking and a strong commercial banking franchise.
Trriple mWallet
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Trriple is a strong mobile platform for providing easy access for sending and receiving mobile payment.