Middle East

IMF allocates $250 million to aid Lebanon in restoring financial stability

The IMF's financial aid aimed to restore stability while ensuring compliance with reform terms in Lebanon

World Bank forecasts Syria’s GDP to grow by 1 percent after a 1.5 percent contraction

"The easing of sanctions provides some upside potential; however, progress remains limited," states the World Bank

UAE’s crypto landscape booms with $34 billion inflows as regional market matures

The Middle East has secured its position as the 7th largest crypto market globally

UAE, Syria presidents discuss bilateral cooperation in development, economic sectors

H.H. reaffirmed UAE’s unwavering support for the Syrian people's aspirations for a prosperous future 

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

Three scenarios for Middle East in 2035 show $232 billion AI-driven potential GDP boost: PwC

The Middle East can leverage renewable energy and AI for sustainable economic expansion

Dubai real estate hits record high in Q2 2025 with AED 184.3 billion in sales transactions

Performance reinforces Dubai’s reputation as one of the world’s most attractive and resilient property markets

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 

UAE’s non-oil sector grows in June despite regional tensions impacting supply chains: PMI

The UAE's PMI rose from 53.3 in May to 53.5 in June, indicating a solid improvement in the sector's health

Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange partners with HSBC and FAB to launch MENA’s first digital bond

Milestone listing reinforces ADX’s leadership in digital asset innovation and financial market modernization

Oil prices fall 0.71 percent to $68.62 on concerns over weak U.S. demand

U.S. domestic crude inventories rose by 3.8 million barrels to 419 million barrels last week