The Oman Financial Services Authority has established a regulatory and licensing framework for investment banking under the Executive Regulation of the Securities Law. The framework defines investment banking as five activities conducted collectively: investment management, product structuring, securities portfolio management, research and advisory services for investments in listed securities, and issue management. Licensed entities may also underwrite issuances approved by the authority. Investment banks will be able to help companies and other entities raise capital, structure products and connect with local and international investors. The framework is intended to broaden financing and investment options in a market that provided more than OMR 7 billion in capital market financing from 2021 to 2025.
2026-08-17Oman Financial Services Authority
Oman Financial Services Authority establishes licensing framework for investment banking activities
The Oman Financial Services Authority has established a licensing framework covering five investment banking activities conducted collectively. Licensed entities may also underwrite approved issuances and help companies access local and international capital.