Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s CMA approves key amendments to investment funds regulations to boost competitiveness, protect investor rights

Key amendments expand distribution categories, allowing electronic money institutions to distribute fund units 

OPEC reduces 2025 oil demand forecast to 105 million bpd, projects 122.9 million bpd by 2050

The long-term projection reflects increasing energy needs in developing nations and anticipated investments.

M&A in MENA hits $115.5 billion in H1 2025, up 149 percent YoY

The UAE emerged as the top target nation, with deals totaling $39.8 billion in value

Beyond oil, beyond IPOs: The rise of private funds in Saudi Arabia

A quieter transformation is underway—the rapid expansion of private-capital vehicles in the Kingdom

Saudi Arabia approves new law for foreign property ownership in designated zones starting 2026

The law permits non-Saudis to own property in designated zones, notably in Riyadh and Jeddah.

Saudi Arabia maintains top position in global IMD cybersecurity ranking in 2025

The Kingdom is classified as Tier 1 – “Role-modelling” in the Global Cybersecurity Index 2024 by ITU

Crude oil prices retreat over 0.3 percent to $69.25 as U.S. tariffs, OPEC+ output weigh

U.S. President Trump informed trade partners that higher tariffs would commence on August 1 

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

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