Oil and gas

Moody’s projects 5.5 percent growth for Saudi Arabia’s non-oil sector

The agency forecasts government spending will remain high at 30 to 32 percent of GDP over the next three years 

Saudi Aramco completes $3 billion international sukuk issuance

Issuance supports Aramco’s efforts to diversify and broaden its investor base, further enhance liquidity and re-establish its sukuk yield curve

Oil prices surge amid fears of Middle East conflict disrupting crude shipments

Brent crude futures climbed by 80 cents, or 1.08 percent, reaching $74.70 a barrel

Oil prices jump as Middle East concerns escalate, OPEC+ prepares for market review

Brent futures climbed by $1, or 1.36 percent, reaching $74.56 per barrel

ADNOC Drilling announces Turnwell JV to execute $1.7 billion unconventionals contract

Turnwell adopts batch drilling, which is a method that improves efficiency and reduces costs

Abu Dhabi reports new record GDP of $80.86 billion, 4.1 percent increase in Q2 2024

This growth is driven by the development of non-oil sectors, showcasing the emirate's economic diversification efforts

Oil prices hold steady amid concerns over Middle East conflicts, sluggish global demand growth

Brent crude futures for December delivery rose by 13 cents, or 0.18 percent, reaching $71.83 a barrel

S&P raises Oman’s credit rating to ‘BBB-’ with stable outlook

The Omani government, along with many state-owned enterprises (SOEs), is continuing to deleverage its balance sheet

Oil prices rise amid Middle East tensions, upcoming Fed insights on monetary policy

Brent crude futures for November delivery rose by 51 cents, or 0.71 percent, reaching $72.49 a barrel

COP28 President calls for ambitious NDCs to keep 1.5°C goal within reach, drive socioeconomic growth

Dr. Al Jaber said the UAE Consensus provides a vital roadmap for action at the ‘Roadmap to Mission 1.5: NDC 3.0’ event

Oil prices decline as Libya and OPEC+ boost output, while China’s stimulus offers support

Brent crude futures decreased by 20 cents, or 0.28 percent, settling at $71.40 per barrel

Abu Dhabi awards oil and gas exploration concession to Malaysia’s Petronas

The company was awarded exploration concession for Onshore Block 2 in Abu Dhabi

UAE Central Bank raises country’s GDP growth forecast for 2024 to 4 percent, 6 percent for 2025

Growth in 2025 will be fueled by strong non-hydrocarbon momentum and a rise in hydrocarbon production 

Oil prices steady amid Libyan production hopes, strong U.S. demand

Brent oil futures for November rose by 0.1 percent to $73.51 per barrel

Oil prices dip slightly as market reacts to China’s stimulus measures, supply disruptions

Brent oil futures for November delivery dropped 0.1 percent to $75.12 per barrel

Oil prices surge as China launches economic stimulus amid Middle East tensions, hurricane threat

Brent crude futures for November climbed by 69 cents, or 0.93 percent, reaching $74.59 a barrel

Oil prices surge amid rising Middle East tensions, anticipation of Fed rate cuts

Brent oil futures for November rose 0.5 percent to $74.83 per barrel

Oil prices slip as traders lock in profits, weekly rise boosted by U.S. rate cut

Brent oil futures, set to expire in November, dropped 0.4 percent to $74.60 per barrel

Oil prices decline amid concerns over U.S. economic outlook following Fed’s larger-than-expected rate cut

Brent crude futures for November fell by 34 cents, or 0.46 percent, settling at $73.31 a barrel

Non-hydrocarbon sectors poised to drive strong GCC economic growth this year: Report

Deal-making in the region remained active, with 214 transactions recorded in H1 2024

Oil prices see modest gains amid rate cut speculations, Hurricane Francine’s supply impact

Brent crude futures set to expire in November climbed 0.2 percent to $72.88 per barrel

Saudi Arabia cuts oil use in power generation despite higher demand

Country burned 1.006 million bpd directly to generate electricity from January to June 2024