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alrajhi capital selects EquiLend as partner

Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Jun 11, 2026 · Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Sentiment
60
Attention
4
Articles
7
Market Impact
General
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Market Impact

The partnership between Al Rajhi Capital>>> and EquiLend>>> is expected to enhance the efficiency and scalability of securities finance in Saudi Arabia>>>, potentially increasing market depth and accessibility. This development could attract more institutional investors and contribute to the growth of the Kingdom's capital markets, positively impacting financial services and technology sectors.

Financial Services Financial Technology
Event Summary

Al Rajhi Capital>>>, a leading investment services company in Saudi Arabia>>>, has selected EquiLend>>> as its securities finance technology partner. This partnership aims to establish and rapidly grow Al Rajhi Capital>>>'s securities lending business by leveraging EquiLend>>>'s comprehensive product suite, including EquiLend Spire, Post Trade, Data, and Trading solutions. The collaboration is seen as a significant step in strengthening market infrastructure and developing Shariah-compliant securities financing solutions in Saudi Arabia>>>. This move aligns with Saudi Arabia>>>'s Vision 2030, which focuses on enhancing market depth and expanding access to support the long-term development of the Kingdom's capital markets. Key figures like Rich Grossi>>> of EquiLend>>> and Hossam E. Al Basrawi>>> of Al Rajhi Capital>>> highlighted the strategic importance of this partnership for both entities and the broader Middle Eastern financial landscape.

Entities Involved
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Al Rajhi Capital
Al Rajhi Capital>>> has partnered with EquiLend>>> to establish and grow its securities lending business, aiming for a more efficient and scalable securities finance operation and strengthening its position in the Saudi Arabian capital markets.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 70.0
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EquiLend
EquiLend has been selected as the securities finance technology partner by Al Rajhi Capital>>>, expanding its global reach and reinforcing its position as a leader in securities finance technology.
Importance 90.0 Sentiment 70.0
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Saudi Arabia
The partnership between Al Rajhi Capital>>> and EquiLend>>> is expected to deepen liquidity in Saudi Arabia>>>'s securities lending market and support the long-term development of its capital markets in line with Vision 2030.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 50.0
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Rich Grossi
Rich Grossi>>> is the CEO of EquiLend>>> and expressed delight about the partnership with Al Rajhi Capital>>>.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Hossam E. Al Basrawi
Hossam E. Al Basrawi>>> is the CEO of Al Rajhi Capital>>> and emphasized the company's commitment to developing Shariah-compliant securities financing solutions in Saudi Arabia>>>.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Dimitri Arlando
Dimitri Arlando>>> is the Director and Head of EMEA sales at EquiLend>>> and commented on Al Rajhi Capital>>>'s engagement in defining its technology partner needs.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Simon Heath
Simon Heath>>> is the Chief Strategy Officer at EquiLend>>> and highlighted the importance of robust technology infrastructure for Saudi Arabia>>>'s securities lending potential.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Abdullah Al-Ghamdi
Abdullah Al-Ghamdi>>> is the Director and Head of Custody & Securities Services at Al Rajhi Capital>>> and focused on delivering a seamless, secure, and Shariah-compliant securities financing experience.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Bala Mohammed
Bala Mohammed>>> is the Head of Securities Services at Al Rajhi Capital>>> and discussed building a scalable and sustainable securities finance business.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
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