Saudi Arabia Reopens Its Market to Lebanese Imports After Nearly Five Years
Saudi Arabia has ended its nearly five-year restriction on Lebanese imports, offering producers renewed access to a major Gulf market while placing continued emphasis…
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Economic growth, trade, companies, employment and the non-oil economy.
Sukuk Market Liquidity Begins to Recover, but Geopolitical Risk Remains
Trading conditions have improved across much of the Islamic debt market since March, led by sovereign and investment-grade instruments, but liquidity…
Saudi Economy Expands 3% as Oil and Non-Oil Sectors Advance Together
Saudi Arabia’s real GDP expanded by 3% in the first quarter of 2026 as oil and non-oil activities both advanced by 2.9%, although weaker…
Saudi Premium Residency Employees Face New Work-Permit Requirement
Saudi Premium Residency holders employed by private-sector establishments must obtain a dedicated work permit through Qiwa, clarifying the distinction between residency privileges and employment…
‘Conman’ Pastor Misusing PM Modi’s Name: BJP Spokesman Writes to DGP Seeking Strict Scrutiny
Maharashtra BJP Spokesman Sanjay Singh urges the DGP to investigate a Navi Mumbai pastor’s unverified YouTube claims of associating with Prime…
The ‘Wynn Effect’: Why Ras Al Khaimah Real Estate Just Hit a 30% Premium
The tower has topped out, the glass is going up, and the prices are defying gravity. As the UAE’s first gaming resort enters its…
The ‘Unicorn’ Class of 2026: Why This Year is the Ultimate Test for Gulf Fintech
The venture capital era is ending, and the public market era has begun. With regional giants Tabby and Tamara finally filing for their long-awaited…
The Great Listing: Analyzing the Strategic Mandate Behind the UAE’s IPO Supercycle
The wave of state-backed listings on the ADX and DFM is not just about raising capital; it’s a deliberate strategy to attract global institutional…
The Stability Premium: Why Dubai is the World’s Ultimate Safe Harbor for Sovereign Capita
In an era defined by global volatility, the UAE’s unique blend of regulatory clarity and geopolitical neutrality is redefining long-term wealth…
ADNOC Gas Reports Record Q3 Earnings, Showcasing Resilience in Dynamic Energy Market
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) Gas, the leading natural gas producer in the United Arab Emirates, announced record-breaking earnings for the…