Expats in the UAE, Saudi and Qatar would prefer pension payments to lump-sum severance, according to Smart survey
Expats savings
UAE authorities share money-saving tips
UAE’s GPSSA launched money-saving financial planning campaign
UAE ‘second salary’ plan for residents: How to apply, cost, benefits
The plan by National Bonds aims to help residents generate additional income, here is all you need to know
UAE announces major cash-generating savings scheme
UAE National Bond launches Second Salary saving scheme to help raise money through investment
Savings scheme for expat employees in government roles will aid ‘retirement planning’ in Dubai: experts
The savings scheme will come into effect from 1 July, 2022, and aims to enhance the attractiveness and flexibility of the labour market in Dubai
Saving scheme for foreign employees in gov’t roles to increase UAE’s talent attraction and retention: experts
The initiative will also boost the economy by allowing for capital to be invested through locally managed firms; private sector expected to follow suite
Do small things today that future you will thank you for
The Arabian dream is over for some, but for those still living it, don’t miss out on the seemingly unimportant opportunities in the Middle East, writes former Dubai resident Katie King from the UK.
More UAE residents said to be saving less each month
Yallacompare Consumer Confidence Tracker reveals savings trends in the UAE for second quarter of 2019
Bank savings in the UAE hit record $45.1bn
UAE Central Bank figures reveal 9% in savings held by the country’s lenders compared to the end of 2018
Most expats delay financial advice after Gulf arrival
Only 37% of expats living in the Gulf seek financial advice within their first two years in the region, according to new research
Many UAE expats unprepared for retirement – survey
New survey reveals majority of UAE expats do not have realistic plans for securing a comfortable lifestyle when they finish working
One in five GCC expats save nothing every month – survey
Only 16% of expats put away more than 30% of their monthly income