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Saudi Arabia’s construction output hits $148 billion in 2024, forecasted to reach $191 billion by 2029

Vision 2030 drives $215.4 billion in construction contracts across the Kingdom

Oman’s real GDP expands 2.5 percent to $24.52 billion in Q1 2025

The growth is driven by a robust performance in non-oil sectors

EFG Hermes secures $190 million investment for Alameda Healthcare in landmark M&A deal

This transaction marks Egypt’s largest private equity healthcare investment to date

World Bank sees growth on the horizon in the GCC

The report highlights Oman’s fiscal consolidation as a noteworthy example despite it having one of the lowest projected growth rates in the region

U.S. Independence Day: History, traditions, key events, openings and closures, and more

In 2025, the U.S. celebrates 249 years of independence with nationwide parades and community events

Financial sector sees robust growth in Bahrain as 16 new institutions approved, 52 licenses in review

The unified regulatory model streamlines compliance and enhances oversight for licensed institutions 

Saudi Arabia’s e-commerce sales hit $18.5 billion in Q1 2025, up 56 percent YoY

The number of transactions via Mada cards exceeded 370 million during the quarter 

GCC-listed companies attract $4.2 billion in foreign inflows in Q2 2025, highest since Q4 2022

Saudi Arabia led June inflows with $971 million, followed by the UAE, Kuwait, and Qatar 

Travel and tourism industry to reach 30 billion tourist trips by 2034, adding $16 trillion to global GDP: WEF

India and China will be responsible for more than 25 percent of all outbound travel by 2030

Kuwait’s non-oil PMI sees record employment growth amid increasing new orders

The S&P Global PMI fell to 53.1, indicating solid improvement in Kuwait's non-oil sector

Dubai real estate hits $70.8 billion in H1 2025 with 46 percent growth in secondary sales: Report

Villa and townhouse sales transaction value increased by 55 percent, indicating strong family home demand 

Cityscape Global returns to Riyadh in November 2025, set to draw over $5 trillion in capital with 450+ exhibitors

Under the theme “The Future of Urban Living,” the event is sponsored by MOMAH and REGA, organized by Tahaluf