{
  "id": 4846045,
  "title": "Dubai Islamic Bank secures $1.2 billion demand for debut $750m Islamic financing",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/dubai-islamic-bank-secures-1-2-billion-demand-for-debut-750m-islamic",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-01T10:24:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/dubai-islamic-bank-secures-12-billion-demand-for-debut-750m-islamic-financing-1.500659319"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) has successfully secured $1.2 billion in commitments for its inaugural $750 million Islamic financing facility, surpassing the targeted amount. The three-year Senior Unsecured Commodity Murabaha Term Facility attracted around 1.6 times the facility size, amid a complex global market and geopolitical uncertainty in the region. This marks DIB's first syndicated Islamic financing deal, aimed at diversifying its sources of institutional funding.\n\nThe strong demand from regional and international banks indicates ongoing confidence in DIB's credit profile, balance sheet strength, and long-term growth prospects. Dr Adnan Chilwan, Group CEO of DIB, emphasized the significance of the demand, given the challenging market environment. The successful completion of the debut syndicated Islamic financing facility signifies an important milestone in DIB's funding strategy, reflecting the confidence of leading regional and international institutions.\n\nThe transaction not only raises $750 million but also broadens DIB's access to institutional funding and strengthens relationships with banks in global markets. Chilwan highlighted the facility's role in diversifying DIB's funding base, deepening relationships with key banking partners, and showcasing the growing relevance of Shariah-compliant financing in the international institutional landscape.\n\nHSBC Bank Middle East, Mizuho Bank, and Standard Chartered led the syndication, serving as Initial Mandated Lead Arrangers, Bookrunners, and Coordinators. DIB's group assets now exceed $115 billion, with a market capitalization of over $18 billion. The bank employs around 12,000 people and has more than 540 branches across its international network, serving more than 11 million customers.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) has secured about $1.2 billion in commitments from regional and international banks for its debut syndicated Islamic financing facility , significantly exceeding the $750 million it set out to raise. 6 times the…",
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}