economy

Türkiye’s Central Bank shocks markets with unexpected key interest rate increase

TCMB raised key interest rate from 45 percent to 50 percent

Bank of England maintains interest rate at 5.25 percent, but cut looms near

The bank’s committee is worried as wage growth outpaces inflation at 6 percent

Building a digital capital: Lessons from Dubai’s success story

Dubai's journey to becoming a global digital capital exemplifies the power of visionary leadership, strategic planning, and relentless pursuit of innovation

UAE’s overseas investments surpass $2.5 trillion mark in early 2024

One such landmark deal is the historic $35 billion investment agreement with Egypt for the development of Ras Al Hekma

UAE industrial exports surge to $50.9 billion in 2023, marking 61 percent growth

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid chaired UAE Cabinet meeting, reviewing accomplishments of industrial sector

Qatar’s Consumer Price Index drops by 0.34 percent in February 2024

CPI rose YoY by 2.70 percent compared to February 2023

Kuwait maintains strong credit ratings with AA- affirmation, stable outlook: Report

The rating reflects minimal default risk, strong ability to meet financial obligations

UAE Central Bank’s effective strategies to fuel banking sector’s continued growth in 2024

The CBUAE has demonstrated its commitment to promoting economic and financial stability within the country

Oil prices extend gains ahead of anticipated Fed meeting, rising supply risks

The recent attacks on refineries added a risk premium of $2-$3 per barrel to crude prices

EU commits $8 billion aid package to Egypt for migration management, trade expansion

Under the aid package, Egypt will receive a combination of grants and loans over the next three years

Global GDP to grow at 2.4 percent in 2024: Report

The improved projection is driven by the 2.1 percent growth surge anticipated in the U.S.

Ministry of Economy organises workshop on implementing zero-bureaucracy program

Program to streamline and simplify government services while reducing turnaround times

Housing costs propel Saudi Arabia’s inflation to 1.8 percent in February

Subcategory prices for housing, water, electricity, gas, and fuels rose 8.5 percent YoY

Booming hospitality, transport, and arts sectors fuel Saudi Arabia’s business growth in 2023

The ministry of commerce reported an increase in commercial registrations across various sectors

U.K.’s economic recovery bolstered as GDP surges in January

Retail and wholesaling sectors drive 0.2 percent monthly growth

Egypt aims for $1.75 billion investments in communications & IT sector by 2023/2024

Private investments are estimated to reach approximately 63 percent of the total

Egypt’s inflation unexpectedly surges to 35.7 percent in February amid currency flotation

Sharp rise in food and beverage prices is key driver of inflation uptick

Bahrain’s Golden License attracts $2.4 billion in investment and 3,000 jobs from nine projects

Bahrain's Golden License aims to drive business attraction and economic growth

Moody’s upgrades Egypt’s credit outlook to positive following successful IMF deal

The agency also affirmed Egypt's foreign-currency senior unsecured ratings at Caa1

Egypt raises interest rates, allows free trading of pound to spur GCC investments

Egypt's international bonds surged after CBE’s announcement