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ADGM's Registration Authority updated its Commercial Permits framework with new Sales and Promotions regulations, reinforcing Abu Dhabi's business-friendly compliance environment for retail and financial firms. The UAE Central Bank's consumer protection rules came into focus as guidance on bank scam recourse highlighted existing obligations on licensed institutions to demonstrate fraud-awareness efforts. Meanwhile, Middle East companies distributed $29.2 billion in Q1 2026 dividends — led by Saudi Arabia's $24.5 billion — signalling continued capital returns for regional equity investors.
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Zawya
ADGM RA Updates Commercial Permits Framework with Sales & Promotions Rules
Abu Dhabi's ADGM Registration Authority has issued new regulations and guidance on Sales and Promotions under its Commercial Permits framework.
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Khaleej Times
UAE Central Bank Rules Set Out Bank Liability in Consumer Scam Cases
UAE Central Bank Consumer Protection Regulations require licensed financial institutions to prove adequate fraud-awareness efforts or face liability for customer losses.
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Gulf News
Middle East Firms Pay $29.2bn in Q1 2026 Dividends; Saudi Arabia Leads
Middle East companies returned $29.2 billion to shareholders in Q1 2026, with Saudi Arabia accounting for $24.5 billion and UAE firms distributing $1.7 billion.
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