First Abu Dhabi Bank's Board OKs Planned AED15 Billion Rights Issue

MT Newswires · 2d ago
09:21 AM EST, 11/11/2026 (MT Newswires) -- First Abu Dhabi Bank's (ADX:FAB) board approved a proposed rights issue of 1,109,467,456 new shares at 13.52 Emirati dirhams each to raise gross proceeds of 15 billion dirhams. The rights issue is set to support the bank's plan to pursue growth opportunities in the United Arab Emirates, as well as deeper client relationships and continued investment in technology and artificial intelligence, according to a Wednesday release. The entitlement ratio, eligibility date, rights-trading period and subscription timetable will be disclosed at a later date. The proposal is subject to shareholder approval at a general assembly meeting on Dec. 7, 2026, subject to required regulatory approvals. Completion is set for the first quarter of 2027.