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Feb 2025
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Weekend Edition: All Eyes on Doha: $163M...

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Alpha Data’s $163M IPO on ADX 

– UAE-based tech company Alpha Data is set to raise up to Dh600 million ($163.4M) through its IPO on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), reflecting strong investor demand.Dubizzle Acquires Hatla2ee 

– Dubizzle Group expands its footprint in Egypt with the acquisition of Hatla2ee, a leading online car marketplace, as part of its pre-IPO strategy.Middle East Feels Impact of USAID Cuts 

– Trump's USAID funding suspension has caused disruptions, including Al

-Hawl refugee camp in Syria facing a humanitarian crisis and Jordan losing key financial support.

 

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