MENA
New policy will enable travel without a visa for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period
Banks report averagely decreased losses as Turkish inflation rates drop significantly in 2025
The UAE's growth is projected at 4.6 percent in 2025, and 4.9 percent in 2026 and 2027
Resuming SWIFT operations is expected to reduce informal trade channels in Syria’s economy
Gross merchandise volume orders are projected to grow 15 percent
Al-Shaar said the World Bank's estimate of $400 billion for rebuilding the economy is insufficient
From 2024 to 2028, all major MENA markets will see consistent growth in gaming revenues
UAE-listed banks showed the biggest absolute growth in net profits with an increase of $639.6 million or 11.8 percent
The signing marks the start of negotiations covering various sectors of mutual interest
The exact Eid al-Adha 2025 dates will be confirmed in each country according to its respective moon-sighting committee closer to the time
Intra-GCC tourism peaks during Eid, enhancing hospitality and entertainment sectors across multiple countries.
Saudi Arabia and the UAE continue to lead the region, representing over 75 percent of all retail sales today
Program provides eligible startups with Google Cloud credits to accelerate the development and deployment of their AI solutions
Housing prices increased by 5.9 percent, significantly impacting the overall inflation rate in the region
Move will help bolster the fintech’s growth and commitment to innovation, financial inclusion
Key initiatives include AED5 billion in real estate and AED850 million in hospitality projects
Talabat's strong first-quarter performance was driven by solid topline growth and margin expansion across both GCC and non-GCC markets
Secretary Rubio will join the President during his trip to the Middle East to strengthen ties between the U.S.
Saudi Arabia recorded 12 out of 14 listings in the MENA region during this quarter
The collaboration enables Whish Money to integrate Visa’s advanced payment technologies for improved services
Saudi Arabia's Umm Al Qura for Development & Construction led the quarter with the highest proceeds
Saudi Arabia led MENA startup funding during the month, attracting $158.5 million across eight deals
GCC economies are expected to grow 3 percent in 2025 and 4.1 percent in 2026
