The top transactions from another strong year for Islamic finance. 

Guests across the Middle East loans space discuss the opportunities on offer in a resurgent market, rising competition between banks, and what borrowers need to know when tapping the market.

We introduce our round-up of the best deals and dealmakers. 

The loan market rebounded strongly in 2013. Here are some of the standout deals. 

Kuwait development plan picks up speed; KIPCO raises US$500mn; Saudi Arabia snags upgrade and more.

Jordan's US-guaranteed bond; Jumeirah Group's debut syndicated loan; Anthony Mallis retires from SICO; and more.

The bond and loan markets have helped TMT players from across EMEA to raise fresh funding, with some new names attracting investors’ attention. Tim Burke reports.

Reports on recent deals and developments at firms across the region.

Our coverage of this year's winners.

New hires at Bank Ahli, Nedbank Private Wealth, Societe Generale and more.

An introduction to this edition's section on capital-markets activity in the industry.

News on new hires and promotions at United Bank for Africa, Citi, Bank of Moscow, Commercial Bank of Dubai and Wells Fargo.