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- Bank AlJazira is a Saudi Arabian financial institution specializing in Sharia-compliant banking and financial services. It offers a comprehensive range of products including retail banking services such as savings and current accounts, real estate financing, personal financing, auto leasing, safety deposit boxes, money transfer services, e-statements, and digital banking platforms. The bank also provides corporate banking services including trade finance, cash management, SME products, merchant acquiring, and investment services. Its product suite includes branded credit cards like Ajwaa Plus credit card and Samsung Pay integration, alongside diverse mortgage options including investment mortgage finance and equity release finance. Bank AlJazira operates primarily in Saudi Arabia with a focus on individual, SME, and corporate customer segments. Established in 1975, the bank is headquartered in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Recent major developments include a 21% year-on-year increase in net profit for 2024 driven by a 20% growth in net financing and investment income and a 15% rise in customer deposits. The bank launched revamped digital platforms for corporate and retail clients along with new CRM applications and B2B services, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. It introduced five new SME products and expanded its merchant acquiring business while planning further product launches in trade finance and cash management for 2025. Bank AlJazira completed a capital increase from SAR 8.2 billion to SAR 10.25 billion and issued a SAR 1 billion Additional Tier 1 Capital Sukuk in late 2024 as part of its strategic financial strengthening. These initiatives support the bank’s objective to improve portfolio quality, expand SME penetration, and boost digital and operational capabilities.