Europe

Bahrain and U.K. ink $2.7 billion strategic investment partnership for carbon reduction, sustainable development

Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa emphasized the enduring strength of relations between Bahrain and the U.K.

Global FDI falls 11 percent in 2024 amid major slowdown in Europe, developed economies: UNCTAD

In too many economies, capital is stagnating or bypassing entirely the sectors that matter most, said UNCTAD

Bank of England maintains interest rates at 4.25 percent citing a “highly unpredictable world”

Governor emphasized that interest rates are on a gradual downward path for the U.K.

Kuwait, Austria strengthen financial cooperation with signing of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement protocol

The agreement aims to stimulate investment and provide legal protection for investors in both nations 

Saudi delegation signs key aviation deals at 2025 Paris Air Show

The kingdom provides opportunities for global aviation investors, with the Saudi Aviation Strategy unlocking $100 billion in infrastructure projects

Oil prices above $100? How a Strait of Hormuz closure could impact global energy market

Analysts say a closure of the strategic route would likely send oil prices above $100

UBS Global Family Office Report 2025: Key investment trends and strategic shifts among the world’s wealthiest families

Drawing insights from 317 single family offices across more than 30 markets, the report covers a broad cross-section of global capital and influence

Abu Dhabi’s G42 expands into Europe and U.K. with new hub for tailored AI solutions

The new entity will partner with governments to enhance AI infrastructure across Europe and the U.K.

U.K. exports to U.S. plummet by $2.7 billion in April 2025, largest monthly decrease since 1997

The value of Britain’s exports to the U.S. was the lowest since February 2022 at GBP4.1 billion

Saudi Arabia, Netherlands forge agriculture agreements with investments surpassing $114 million

The agreements focus on advancing technologies in the environmental, water, and agricultural sectors

Global gender gap closes to 68.8 percent yet full parity remains 123 years away, says WEF

Iceland led the rankings for the 16th year running, followed by Finland, Norway, the United Kingdom and New Zealand

Investopia Global Mediterranean to launch second edition in Greece in 2026

Second edition aims to drive partnerships across pivotal sectors of the new economy