Economy

WEF 2025: Saudi Arabia’s services trade hits $144 billion with 7 percent annual growth

The services sector represents approximately 65 percent of the world’s GDP

WEF 2025: Saudi Arabia targets 70 million annual tourists and top seven ranking by 2030, says minister

The Kingdom saw a record influx of nearly 30 million international tourists last year

Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah Company marks first participation at WEF 2025, leads urban development discussion

The participation supports the WEF 2025 theme “Collaboration For The Intelligent Age”

Saudi Arabia to invest $600 billion in U.S. over four years, says Crown Prince

Prince Mohammed noted the U.S. administration’s ability to create unprecedented economic prosperity and opportunity through anticipated reforms

WEF 2025: UAE delegation led by Sheikha Latifa discuss global partnership with founder Klaus Schwab

H.H. Latifa bint Mohammed: Culture a driving force for building vital societies, sustainable economies

Davos 2025: Saudi Arabia calls for nations to put “greater good” first

Saudi Arabia called on the international community to prioritize cooperation and dialogue to overcome challenges

WEF 2025: UAE companies soar in global brand rankings

ADNOC, Emirates Airlines, and e& set the standard for UAE brand dominance and rapid growth

WEF 2025: Al Marri says UAE issued 200,000 new economic licenses in 2024 to boost private sector growth

H.E. emphasized UAE’s commitment to non-oil sectors with 100 percent foreign ownership of companies

WEF 2025: Global leaders advocate for renewed global partnerships in the Intelligent Age

Economic transformation through innovation, sustainability and inclusive development also took centre stage

Apple named 2025’s most valuable brand in the world at $574.5 billion

e& is the fastest-growing brand value in the world this year, posting an eight-fold increase in brand value to $15.3 billion

Global FDI up 11 percent to $1.4 trillion in 2024, moderated growth expected in 2025 amid risks

UNCTAD said growth will be primarily driven by enhanced financing conditions and a rise inM&As

UAE President, Afghanistan Interior Minister discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation

Meeting explored ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in development-related areas

New WEF report outlines path to inclusive economic growth

Report outlines practical steps for inclusive AI adoption focusing on innovation, collaboration and ethical development

Saudi Arabia GDP growth rate projected at 4 percent from 2025 to 2027: S&P

Vision 2030 initiatives expected to boost non-oil growth by 10 percent in the Kingdom

Davos 2025: Saudi Arabia spotlights tourism’s critical role in driving global economic growth

Davos 2025 emphasizes Saudi Arabia's dedication to fostering cross-sector partnerships and driving economic growth through tourism

World Bank forecasts Egypt’s economic growth at 4.2 percent in FY2025/26 amid inflation relief

This GDP growth is driven by private consumption, easing inflation, strong remittances, and improved sentiment

Saudi Q4 2024 Consumer Report: Over 200,000 inspections conducted to protect consumers 

The report outlined measures to combat commercial fraud, managing over 150,000 complaints

Dubai Chamber of Commerce members’ exports, re-exports value exceeds $81.7 billion in 2024

A total of 70,500 new companies joined the chamber’s membership by the end of the year

Riyadh to host Global Labor Market Conference featuring 45 labor ministers, 200 experts

The event will focus on international collaboration and youth employment

Davos 2025: Over 100 UAE officials, private sector leaders to engage in key meetings

For the third consecutive year, the UAE is participating with a dedicated pavilion under the theme "Nothing is Impossible"

15 fastest-growing jobs in UAE and Saudi Arabia in 2025: LinkedIn

58 percent expressed confidence in securing new opportunities in 2025 due to their belief that the job market will improve

Davos 2025 kicks off to address key global and regional challenges

Davos 2025 will see the participation of over 350 government leaders, including 60 heads of state and government

IMF projects 3.3 percent global growth in 2025, inflation to fall to 3.5 percent by 2026

Despite the stable global growth forecast, disparities among countries are widening