GCC

UAE strengthens position as global leader in Islamic finance and halal industry

The UAE aims to increase halal exports to AED 315 billion by 2031 under the new national plan

Global markets: Energy supply risks, Mideast tensions impact investor sentiment ahead of key policy decisions

Geopolitical volatility in the Middle East comes as investors prepare for interest rate and policy decisions from key central banks this week

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

Oman launches $2.6 million longest tourist walkway project in Nakhal

The new walkway will connect historic Nakhil Fort with Ain Al Thawra Park over 3 kilometers.

Real estate trading volume in Qatar exceeds $250 million in week

The volume of real estate transactions in Qatar reached $27.3 million from June 1 to 5 

Nasdaq Dubai celebrates ICBC’s $1.72 billion multi-currency green bond listings

The listings include $1 billion Floating Rate Notes and $300 million 4.125 percent Notes due 2028

GCC banks with Turkish subsidiaries set to benefit from enhanced macro conditions: Fitch

Banks report averagely decreased losses as Turkish inflation rates drop significantly in 2025

Oman unveils 2025 tourism plan to boost recreational offerings, elevate non-oil sector growth

Initiatives include projects that strengthen infrastructure and broaden visitor experiences across the Sultanate

IMF lauds Central Bank of Oman for strong governance practices

IMF's report emphasizes monetary policy transparency and effective communication with stakeholders

GCC economic growth to strengthen to 3.2 percent in 2025, 4.5 percent in 2026: World Bank

The UAE's growth is projected at 4.6 percent in 2025, and 4.9 percent in 2026 and 2027

Qatar’s Islamic finance assets grow 4.1 percent YoY to $187.6 billion in 2024

Islamic banks accounted for 87.4 percent of total Islamic finance assets 

UAE advances digital transformation with 344 percent surge in GenAI enrollments, leading AI maturity ranking

87 percent of UAE employers prioritize AI and tech literacy; 41 percent growth in professional certificates