Joyalukkas secures AED 500 million working capital deal with Emirates NBD for global expansion

Jewellery retailer Joyalukkas has announced a landmark AED 500 million working capital facility provision through Emirates NBD, one of the leading banking groups in the Middle East, North Africa and Turkey (MENAT) region. This agreement supports Joyalukkas’ long-term expansion plans across the UAE and key international markets, including the UK, USA, Canada and Australia.

Structured to provide Joyalukkas with seamless and flexible access to capital, the deal highlights the retailer’s pioneering approach to global retail growth and underscores its longstanding relationship with Emirates NBD. The facility offers working capital on a revolving basis, enabling Joyalukkas to draw and repay funds as needed, thereby enhancing cost-efficiency and operational control.

As Joyalukkas continues to strengthen its footprint across the globe, the AED 500 million facility ensures timely access to inventory financing and liquidity to support peak trading periods and supplier commitments. The deal is fully integrated with Emirates NBD’s advanced digital and trade platforms, offering Joyalukkas real-time visibility and convenience across its financial operations.

The agreement also signifies a deepening of the trust and strategic alignment between Joyalukkas and Emirates NBD. It reflects the jeweller’s disciplined and forward-looking business model and further empowers its status as a global force in organised jewellery retail.

Joy Alukkas, Chairman of Joyalukkas Group, commented, “This facility marks a significant milestone in our journey to expand Joyalukkas into key international markets including the UK, USA, Canada, and Australia. Emirates NBD has been a trusted partner who understands the scale, ambition and discipline behind our global retail strategy. Structured with flexibility and foresight, this deal sets a new benchmark in the jewellery industry and reflects our pioneering approach to organized retailing. I sincerely thank the Emirates NBD team for their continued support and belief in our vision.”

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