Economics

Qatar Airways acquires 25 percent stake in Airlink, expanding African reach

Qatar Airways will expand its reach to 45 destinations across 15 African countries

Oil prices slide on rising U.S. inventories, easing Middle East tensions

Brent crude futures declined by 0.1 percent, settling at $77.11 per barrel

UAE banks add 15 ATMs in Q1 2024, reaching 4,669

This growth is driven by technological advancements and changes in the financial sector, leading to greater security and efficiency

DP World, British International Investment pump $35 million into Congo’s first deepwater port

The project aims to unlock Congo's trade potential and boost its economy

Turkish central bank holds interest rate steady at 50 percent for fifth month

This move reflects TCMB's commitment to a cautious monetary policy, balancing inflation control with economic risks

Oman’s Nizwa: A thriving industrial hub with $1.23 billion investment, 173 projects

A 78,000 square meter residential project is being planned and will be open for investment soon

Saudi Arabia’s logistics master plan to be launched at the upcoming GLF 2024 in October

Over 10,000 participants, including heads of state, ministers, and industry leaders, will convene in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia’s PIF surpasses $765 billion in AUM, delivering 8.7 percent average annual shareholder return

Since its inception, PIF has achieved an average total shareholder return of 8.7 percent per year

Riyadh Air partners with CONCACAF to connect football fans worldwide

This partnership will boost brand awareness among a large, passionate audience, setting the stage for the 2025 launch

Oil prices retreat as geopolitical concerns ease, demand concerns rise

Brent crude futures dropped 0.7 percent, or 53 cents, to $77.13 per barrel

Global economic zones converge in Dubai in September for 10th World FZO World Congress

The event will highlight how these zones contribute to national economies by promoting trade, commerce, and the digital economy

Saudia leads world in on-time flights again

The airline achieved on-time arrival rate of 88.12 percent and on-time departure rate of 88.15 percent

Saudi central bank reports strong growth in reserve assets, reaching $467.4 billion in Q2 2024

The quarter saw a 2.7 percent quarterly increase, adding around SAR46.724 billion to the reserve

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar, Infinity Power to build 200-megawatt wind farm in Egypt

The MoU secures a long-term supply of renewable energy from a large onshore wind project in Ras Ghareb, Egypt

Dubai Chambers, China Construction Bank partner to boost trade and investment cooperation

This deal will foster knowledge sharing and expertise exchange, strengthening support for businesses and investors

GCC’s aviation sector soars as a key economic driver 

Robust infrastructure, strategic location vital to the growth of the industry and the region’s economy

Oil prices sink as China’s economic slowdown fuels demand concerns

Brent crude futures declined by 13 cents, or 0.2 percent, to $79.55 per barrel

Harnessing public-private partnerships to transform local economies  

PPPs attract investments, create jobs and develop new capabilities 

Efficient processes and enhanced investor appeal drive growth in Abu Dhabi 

Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development recently unveiled the Unified Economic License, a key strategy driving the Emirate's growth 

Ajman Chamber launches strategy to attract investment, foster innovation, and drive economic growth

The Chamber aims for financial sustainability and efficient resource management

Egypt’s private sector fuels 37 percent of investment, driven by 293 reforms

The report shows that 64 percent of measures focused on boosting investment and industry

Oman hits 54 percent of employment target for H1 2024, 14,074 jobs created

The public sector has seen 6,963 individuals employed, representing 69.63 percent of the 10,000 target

DFM, SZSE partner to strengthen UAE-China capital market ties, enhance cross-border investment

This partnership will foster joint initiatives like roadshows, seminars, research collaborations, and training programs

UAE’s finance ministry handles over 35,000 requests in H1 2024, achieves 96 percent customer satisfaction

The team's high efficiency, continuous training, and access to advanced technology drive the success