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Al Rajhi Bank

The Al Rajhi Bank is a Saudi Arabian bank and the world's largest Islamic bank by capital based on 2015 data.

Al Rajhi Bank
Platinum Sponsor

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Alinma Bank

Alinma Bank is the region's epicenter for dynamic, innovative, and Sharia-compliant banking and financial services. Delivering services with the speed and convenience that customers need in their busy modern lives, Alinma Bank has a strong track record of supporting the national economy and helping individuals and businesses pursue their goals and aspirations since its founding in 2006. As a full-service financial institution, Alinma Bank serves individuals, corporates, and SMEs alike with comprehensive products and services, including auto-lease, real estate and personal financing, individual and corporate current accounts, saving accounts, card services, corporate financing, and much more.

Alinma Bank
Platinum Sponsor

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Emirates NBD

Emirates NBD Bank PJSC is Dubai's government-owned bank and is one of the largest banking groups in the Middle East in terms of assets.

Emirates NBD
Platinum Sponsor

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ADCB

At ADCB, our objective is to become the most valuable bank in the UAE. Since its formation in 1985, the bank has grown and its presence and has gone from strength to strength with more than 5000 employees. With more than 50 branches and cash offices in the UAE and 2 in India and a network of 300 ATM's across the UAE.\r\n\r\nOur ambitions allow us to offer many opportunities across the organisation for anyone interested in pursuing a fulfilling career that enables you to work with colleagues and customers from across the world. These roles span all major areas within ADCB, from retail, commercial and investment banking to support functions such as finance, human resources, technology and marketing.\r\n\r\nADCB's Emiratisation strategy has been recognised with Best Emiratisation Awards for the past four years. Helping drive our success is the Emarati Academy, which aims to ensure that high school and university graduates are fully prepared for branch or departmental roles, with the necessary knowledge and training to equip them for success.\r\n\r\nAt ADCB, we seek to bring out the very best from every employee. We assess performance not only on results but also on how results were achieved. We believe in doing things the ADCB way, which makes us stand out from the crowd.

ADCB
Gold Sponsor

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First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)

FAB, the UAE's largest bank, offers personalized banking services including credit cards, Islamic banking, loans, and mortgages. With a global network and customer-centric approach, FAB empowers clients to grow stronger through tailored financial solut...

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)
Gold Sponsor

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Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered Bank offers banking services in some of the world's most dynamic markets including Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. They have over 150 years of expertise in these markets and cater to the people and companies that drive investment,...

Standard Chartered
Gold Sponsor

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Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB)

Priority Banking

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB)
Silver Sponsor

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Bank of America

Bank of America is one of the world's largest financial institutions, offering banking, investing, asset management, and other financial services to individuals, small and large businesses. With a focus on making financial lives better through connecti...

Bank of America
Silver Sponsor

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Bank of China

Bank of China is a Chinese international and diversified bank that provides comprehensive financial services to customers in mainland China and over 60 countries and regions. Its main business includes corporate finance, personal finance, and financial...

Bank of China
Silver Sponsor

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Citigroup Inc

Credit Cards, Banking, Mortgage, Personal Loans | Citi.com Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. Our core activities are safeguarding assets,...

Citigroup Inc
Silver Sponsor

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Crédit Agricole CIB

CA-CIB.com is a leading financial services provider offering a wide range of products and services, including corporate banking, investment banking, global markets, capital markets, and asset management. The company specializes in providing tailored so...

Crédit Agricole CIB
Silver Sponsor

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Mizuho EMEA

We provides corporates and institutions in EMEA with unparalleled access and expertise in Japan and Asia, as well as supporting Japanese clients with their financing needs in our region. We are seen as the partner of choice for European companies in their home market, providing them with a wide range of financial solutions.

Mizuho EMEA
Silver Sponsor

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Nomura

Nomura Holdings, Inc. (Nomura) is a financial services company. The Company, through its broker dealer, banking and other financial services subsidiaries, provide investment, financing and related services to individual, institutional and government cl...

Nomura
Silver Sponsor

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Norton Rose Fulbright

Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm providing full business law services to leading corporations and financial institutions worldwide.

Norton Rose Fulbright
Silver Sponsor

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S&P Global

S&P Global Inc. is an American publicly traded corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City.

S&P Global
Silver Sponsor

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Barclays

Barclays is a British universal bank with a global presence, offering a wide range of financial services to customers worldwide.

Barclays
Bronze Sponsor

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Fitch Ratings

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Fitch Group is comprised of: Fitch Ratings, a global leader in credit ratings and research; Fitch Solutions, an industry-leading provider of credit risk products and services; and Fitch Learning, a preeminent training and professional development firm. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Fitch Ratings
Bronze Sponsor

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Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. is a Japanese bank holding and financial services company headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group
Bronze Sponsor

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Moodys Ratings

Moody's is a leading provider of credit ratings, research, and risk analysis. They offer credit ratings, research, and economic analysis for global capital markets. Moody's operates in two segments: Moody's Investors Service (MIS) and Moody's Analytics...

Moodys Ratings
Bronze Sponsor

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NetRoadshow, Inc.

Founded in 1997, NetRoadshow is the trusted name in providing U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) compliant online solutions for the global investment banking community. NetRoadshow began working with the SEC in early 1996 to gain permission to provide electronic roadshows under strict guidelines. In July of 1997, NetRoadshow was the first to receive permission from the SEC, in the form of an SEC No-Action Letter, to provide electronic roadshows over the internet. We continue to work closely with the SEC to provide compliant tools and services to meet the needs of the global investment banking community. Our proprietary online roadshow offering, data room services and secure document distribution system, along with our focused 24x7 customer service, provide our clients with cost effective and timely solutions which add value to their entire investor base. NetRoadshow's solutions give immediate value to the buy-side community with instant access to transaction information and the ability to store and retrieve relevant deal information. NetRoadshow has offices in New York, Atlanta, Birmingham (US), London, Southampton (UK), Hong Kong, Manilla and Dubai.

NetRoadshow, Inc.
Bronze Sponsor

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Tradeweb Markets LLC

Tradeweb Markets Inc. is an international financial services company that builds and operates electronic over-the-counter marketplaces for trading fixed income products, ETFs, and derivatives.

Tradeweb Markets LLC
Bronze Sponsor

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Global Banking & Markets Saudi Arabia 2026

14th - 15th September
Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences
“Mobilising Global Capital”

The annual meeting place for Saudi Arabia's Finance community

Are you active in Saudi Arabia's financial markets? 

Global trade shifts and geopolitical tensions are reshaping the financial landscape, the world of finance is growing more complex… and more interconnected.

As Saudi Arabia continues to open up on it's way to Vision 2030, there is a broader, more diverse array of counterparties emerging across the globe. The opportunity set has never been greater.

GBM: Saudi Arabia is where industry leaders active in the Kingdom come together for insights, knowledge-sharing, and crucial meetings for business development. From major market players to boutique innovators, GBM: Saudi Arabia offers unmatched access to business connections and opportunity.

Progress deal flow across multiple markets with us in one festival location. Each event shares a networking arena so that you can access senior decision-makers from the entire ecosystem at one time, and hear from active industry expects across separate topical agendas.

One GBM: Saudi Arabia delegate ticket permits you access to all events (we do not sell individual tickets).

ENQUIRIES? EMAIL: marketing@globalbankingmarkets.com

GBM Saudi Arabia: Events & Awards

An overview of our upcoming events

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KCMF26

Capital Markets & Financing Strategies

Mobilising capital for Saudi Arabia’s next chapter

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KPC26

Private Credit

Unlocking new funding pathways

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KGM26

Global Markets

Positioning Saudi Markets on the Global Investment Map

Benefits of Sponsoring

Seize this exclusive chance to stand out and drive real business—secure your sponsorship today!.

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Drive ROI with 1-2-1 Meetings

Pre-select prospects, and then our concierge team schedules targeted meetings in an exclusive branded space.

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Save time & travel Costs

Connect with senior decision-makers from more than 22 countries in one location (800+ attendees: 87% director-level or above).

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Showcase your expertise

By speaking & presenting a case study to a room full of existing & potential clients.

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Boost awareness

Amongst key stakeholders by taking an exhibition space & demonstrating your products & services.

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Accelerate deals

Meet senior decision-makers ready to move deals forward.

Win more business

Your prospects proactively seek out new business partners at the event & can request meetings with contacts they want to do business with

How Do We Deliver a High ROI for Attendees?

  • Creating Valuable Connections
  • An Elite Customer Base
  • A Truly Global Audience

Creating Valuable Connections

Creating valuable connections

Established in 2010, we have deep-rooted connections with local, regional and international industry leaders and experts across all our markets.

Our role is to help you connect with your key targets by providing unique, high-level 1-2-1 meeting and networking opportunities that you can’t access anywhere else.

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An Elite Customer Base

An elite customer base

87% of attendees are director-level or above: we gather the senior decision-makers you need to meet, so that you can organise important business meetings and network with them.

Industries we attract include: public and private issuers and borrowers, sovereigns, governments, corporates, investors, banks, DFIs/MDFIs, law firms, regulators, insurance companies, insurance brokers, market practitioners & more.

A small sample of our valued clients: ADCB, Alinma Bank, BSF, BSF Capital, Deloitte, Emirates NBD, First Abu Dhabi Bank, Kirkland & Ellis, Riyad Bank, S&P Global, and Standard Chartered.

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A Truly Global Audience

A truly global audience

Meet the global banking and markets ecosystem active in the Kingdom at GBM: Saudi Arabia – 22+ countries will be represented under one roof.

Countries we reach: Austria, Bahrain, Brunei Darussalam, Egypt, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkiye, Turkmenistan, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States and more.

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1-2-1 Meetings Concierge Service

We are the Number 1 Business Meetings Facilitator for the Global Financial Markets

 

  • 1-2-1 Meetings Concierge Service
  • What the Service Includes

1-2-1 Meetings Concierge Service

Our dedicated meetings concierge team pre-arrange and schedule your targeted sponsor 1-2-1 meetings, so you can get in front of your clients and partners to:

Establish relationships, improve connectivity, discuss business and move deals along

Our customers utilise the 1-2-1 Meetings Concierge Service to secure face time with the most sought-after attendees at our events. The service allows you to schedule meetings pre-event, ahead of anyone else, helping you build relationships with active issuers, borrowers, investors & financiers.

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What the Service Includes

We will:

1. Send you the delegate list before the event

2. Send the meeting requests on your behalf

3. Alert you of who would like to meet with you

4. Book the time and place of your meeting

5. Provide onsite meeting support

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Confirmed Attending Companies:

  • Amiantit
  • Arabian Alkali
  • Cenomi
  • First Mills
  • Impact46
  • Ittihad International Investment
  • Nesma & Partners
  • New Murabba
  • Ninety One
  • Osool Integrated Real Estate Co.
  • Sahara International Petrochemical Company (Sipchem)
  • Saudi Real Estate Refinance Company (SRC)
  • Tasnee
  • TAWAL - Telecommunications Towers Company
  • ThriftPlan
  • Water and Electricity Holding Company (Badeel)

Why does your Industry Participate?

Network with the entire global banking and markets ecosystem at our events

Financial Services
Financial Services

Gain high-quality business contacts and leads.

Connect with top executives from leading FIs and DFIs.

Expand deal pipeline with clients active in the Kingdom's financial markets.

Engage with CFOs, CEOs, and Treasury Heads from top corporates.

Strengthen relationships and boost revenue with existing clients.

Regional Banks
Regional Banks

Host Non-Deal Roadshow meetings with top investors, banks & DFIs to expand lending and distribution.

Meet issuers and borrowers active in the Kingdom in one place.

Build investor relations and showcase bank highlights to key decision-makers.

International Banks
International Banks

Meet top private and public issuers and borrowers within the Kingdom.

Fast-track deals with existing partners. Build high-quality connections with prospects.

Engage multinational corporates looking to expand.

Regional Law Firms
Local Law Firms

Stand out as the top local law firm.

Meet international law firms for regional partnerships.

Connect with senior decision-makers from key corporates, sovereigns, investors, and banks.

International Law Firms
International Law Firms

Position their firm as the top international law partner in the Kingdom's financial markets.

Secure new business from target markets.

Strengthen relationships and grow revenue with existing clients.

Connect with senior decision-makers from key corporates, sovereigns, investors, banks, and local law firms.

Corporates
Corporates

Meet local and international FIs to discuss transactions and financing strategies.

Connect with issuers and borrowers to share insights.

Learn how others navigate market volatility.

Engage with potential and existing lenders and advisors.

Sovereigns
Sovereigns

Meet local and international FIs to discuss transactions and financing strategies.

Connect with government peers to share 12–18 month strategies.

Engage with investors on financing strategies and deals.

Investors
Investors

Hold 1-2-1 meetings with senior decision-makers from the Kingdom's corporates, governments, and FIs.

Connect with local and international investors active within Saudi Arabia.

Hear from with other investors active in the Kingdom's financial markets.

Highlights From 2025

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Accommodation

Looking to stay onsite?

We have a limited number of discounted rooms available to stay onsite at the Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences.

Available Rooms - Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences 

If you require assistance, please contact Danielle.Lall@GlobalBankingMarkets.com

Frequently Asked Questions

General information

  • 1. What are GBM events?

    GBM are the leader in global markets focused financing events in emerging markets. Bringing complex markets together in one location, to stimulate informal networking & organise meetings to facilitate deal-flow. 

  • 2. Where and when do the GBM events take place?

    GBM events are global & take place all around the world. Key cities include: Dubai, Riyadh, Istanbul, Cape Town and Miami. Check out our events calendar for specific dates & locations. 

  • 3. Who should attend GBM events?
    We see attendance from all Finance professionals in emerging markets. Anyone looking to receive or deploy investment in the specific region. Including (but not limited to):
    • Financial Services
    • Regional Banks/DFIs
    • International Banks/DFIs
    • Regional Law Firms
    • International Law Firms
    • Corporates
    • Sovereigns
    • Investors
    • Rating Agencies
  • 4. What can I expect at the Event?

    Deal progression: There is nothing like the personal touch – we progress dealflow by generating eyeball and handshake contact.

    Confidentiality: The dealmakers at our events demand strict confidentiality in their exchanges. For this reason, Chatham House rules apply, and press attendance is prohibited.

    Senior decision-makers: Access to over 87% Director level or above

    Deep knowledge of markets: We make our clients comfortable in markets with increasing economic influence, that they might not know well.

  • 5. What are the benefits of attending?
    • Re-connect with existing clients.
    • Build strong business relations with prospects.
    • Hear the market's financial leaders speak on how they are navigating the current economic climate/share their expectations for the year ahead.
  • 6. Can I sponsor or exhibit at the Event?

    Absolutely! Sponsoring our GBM events is a powerful way to highlight your brand, engage with attendees, pre-arrange meetings and enhance your visibility. As a sponsor, your company will be recognised as a leading force in the market. 

    Fill out the sponsorship enquiry form here

  • 7. How do I register for the event?

    To enquire about registration, please contact: maxie.smit@globalbankingmarkets.com.

  • 8. How can I make the most of my attendance?
    To maximise your experience:
    • Set clear goals.
    • Make use of all networking opportunities to develop relationships & valuable connections.
    • Download our networking app to request/receive meeting invitations.
    • Attend as a team to cover more ground
    • Consider *sponsoring* to enhance. visibility & let us arrange meetings on your behalf.
    • Follow up with connections post event.
  • 9. What networking opportunities are available?

    We are the number 1 business meetings facilitator for the industry. We offer: 

    • Pre-arranged meetings.
    • Networking app to accept & arrange meetings.
    • Ample networking breaks & lunches.
    • Interactive sessions & roundtables.
    • Cocktail receptions.
    • Informal meet up's.
    • Dedicated networking zone.
    • Pre & post event networking activities. for attendees - wine tasting, golf, padel, hikes...just to name a few.
  • 10. When do I gain access to the networking app?

    The networking app is launched to all registered attendees 3 weeks pre-event.

    The app gives you the opportunity to:

    • View the full delegate list.
    • Request/receive meeting invitations from fellow delegates.
    • Favorite agenda sessions and speakers.
    • View key event information.
    • Ask questions via slido.
    • Download real-time event photos.
  • 11. What is included in my ticket?

    Across the event days, you will gain access to all sessions, networking events, breakfasts, lunches, receptions, exhibits (excluding private events) .

  • 12. How can I view the attendee list?

    Download our networking app pre-event to view the full attendee list. 

    The app gives you the opportunity to:

    • View the full delegate list.
    • Request/receive meeting invitations from fellow delegates.
    • Favorite agenda sessions and speakers.
    • View key event information.
    • Ask questions via slido.
    • Download real-time event photos.
  • 13. Does my ticket include access to the awards ceremony?

    No, the awards ceremony is not included in your ticket. The ceremony is reserved for winning teams and is invite only. 

  • 14. How do I contact the GBM team?

    If you have any further questions or require assistance, feel free to contact our team at : marketing@globalbankingmarkets.com