First Capital of Switzerland Investment Bank (FCSIB) has been recognized 
as the "Best Investment Bank in the UAE" for 2012 by critically acclaimed 
magazine World Finance.

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    World Finance's esteemed panel, with input from its readers, determined the 
winners based on a series of criteria that are based on strategies, ideas and 
innovations signifying achievements and best practices in a particular field. 
These awards are the only industry honors based on voter participation.

    First Capital of Switzerland (FCS) Group CEO Abdulrahman Al Ansari said: 
"The last few years have been difficult for the financial industry and 
investment banking sector in particular. This award comes as a genuine byline 
for our continued endeavors to be a market leader in setting the pace for a 
positive shift in the financial industry in the Middle East. This award 
reestablishes our pledge to our valued clients and stakeholders to provide 
optimal, customized solutions to place them in the best possible position 
within the market."

    FCSIB is a boutique investment bank located in the Dubai International 
Financial Centre (DIFC) and authorized and regulated by the Dubai Financial 
Services Authority (DFSA). Having started its journey during the demanding 
times of an economic slump, FCSIB has come a long way to achieving a strong 
investment banking presence in MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region, as 
well as in Asia, China and Latin America with an aggregate transaction pipeline 
of over USD2.1billion.

    FCS plans to continue its success story by focusing on evolving markets and 
establishing key associations with partners across the globe to increase its 
worldwide presence. Ethical investments through the establishment of a 
Healthcare Fund and a Natural Resources & Commodities Fund are the key focus 
areas for FCS for the year 2012-2013.

    The team behind FCSIB combines years of international and regional 
experience across sectors. The team members have wide-ranging expertise in 
developing, shaping and executing financial transactions globally with a strong 
focus on the Middle East, Africa and emerging markets.

    With focus on existing and ongoing strategic partnerships with global 
players in the Asian and European market, FCSIB plans to continually evolve and 
develop strategic associations within the banking and finance domain to 
establish its presence further.

    For more information, please visit: http://www.fcswiss.com

    SOURCE: First Capital of Switzerland Investment Bank (FCS)