DUBAI, 5 November 2006 — Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) yesterday announced yet another innovative investment product — Shariah compliant 3-year Capital Protected DFM (Dubai Financial Market) Note. Conceptualized by DIB’s Wealth Management Division, The 3-year Capital Protected DFM Note will have a minimum investment of $10,000 and will offer investors protection on their capital while participating in a diversified basket of stocks on the Dubai Financial Market. Besides, DIB will offer a maximum potential return of 12 percent per annum. The basket of stocks will comprise some of the most actively traded stocks such as Emaar, Amlak, Dubai Investment Company, Tamweel and DIB among others. The Note has received a Fatwa from the Dar Al Istithmar Shariah board and will be open for a limited period until Nov. 30. Saeed Al-Qattami, senior vice president, head of wealth management, DIB, said: “This new product is a result of our investor-feedback process and hence we’re very bullish about its success.”