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Moody’s Affirms Saudi Aa3 Rating With Stable Outlook

Moody’s Ratings has reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s sovereign credit rating at Aa3 with a stable outlook, reinforcing international confidence

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"Ras al Khaimah, Ras al Khaimah/United Arab Emirates - 10/11/2019: "Emirates NBD Bank PJSC Bank (National Bank of Dubai) blue storefront on a blue sky sunny day. " Image used for illustrative purpose. Image courtesy: Getty Images/ Jeff Kingma Getty Images

Emirates NBD Launches RBL Bank Open Offer

Dubai-based Emirates NBD is moving ahead with its planned acquisition of a major stake in RBL Bank, launching

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Saudi Banks Q1 Profit Beats Forecasts Despite War

Saudi Arabia’s banking sector delivered stronger-than-expected earnings in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the resilience of the kingdom’s financial

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Acelen Secures $1.5 Billion for Brazil SAF Project

Brazil SAF plans moved forward on Thursday after Brazilian refiner Acelen said it secured $1.5 billion to begin construction of

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Emirates NBD Provides $100 Million Financing Facility to CPI Property Group

Emirates NBD has extended a financing facility worth AED367.3 million ($100 million) to CPI Property Group as Dubai’s ultra-luxury real

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Oman Arab Bank Raises $400 Million Through AT1 Capital Securities Issuance

Oman Arab Bank has successfully raised $400 million through a perpetual Additional Tier 1 (AT1) capital securities issuance, attracting strong

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Moody’s Affirms Saudi Aa3 Rating With Stable Outlook

Moody’s Ratings has reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s sovereign credit rating at Aa3 with a stable outlook, reinforcing international confidence in the kingdom’s economic resilience despite

4 mins read

Emirates NBD Launches RBL Bank Open Offer

Dubai-based Emirates NBD is moving ahead with its planned acquisition of a major stake in RBL Bank, launching an open offer to public shareholders

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Saudi Banks Q1 Profit Beats Forecasts Despite War

Saudi Arabia’s banking sector delivered stronger-than-expected earnings in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the resilience of the kingdom’s financial system despite escalating regional

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Acelen Secures $1.5 Billion for Brazil SAF Project

Brazil SAF plans moved forward on Thursday after Brazilian refiner Acelen said it secured $1.5 billion to begin construction of a biofuels refinery in

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Columnists

Duncun Misoi

Y A S Developers Unveils Casa Altia: A New Luxury Residential Project in Al Furjan

Sayed Quadri

Shahriar Shahir Barzegar Launchs UAE’s “Hayat” Initiative, Positioning Obesity as a System-Level Health Challenge

Business

China Willing to Strengthen U.S. Economic and Trade Relations, Promote Stability

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A large Maersk container ship, such as the Cornelia Maersk, navigating the turquoise waters of the Suez Canal with the Egyptian desert in the background.

Business·World

Maersk Restarts Trans-Suez Canal Shipping on MECL Service

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Arabia·Billionaires·Business·Economy·News·Opinion

Saudi Arabia’s Investment Mirage: When Vision 2030 Collides With a Harsh Global Reality

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High-angle view of a bustling container terminal at an Omani port, featuring large orange gantry cranes loading a cargo ship alongside rows of stacked shipping containers under a clear blue sky.

Arabia·Business

Oman Logistics Sector Booms with $8.8 Billion Investment in 2025

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Arabia·Business·News

Deyaar Breaks Ground on DWTN Residences, Dubai’s Future Landmark

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Arabia·Business·News

Saudi Arabia Opens Property Market to Foreign Buyers with New Law

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World

Iran, US Split on Sanctions Relief Ahead of March Talks

TEHRAN: Iran and the United States remain divided over the scope and sequencing of sanctions relief in renewed negotiations aimed at curbing Tehran’s nuclear programme, a senior Iranian official told WorldAffairs on

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Trump and Rubio Warn Iraq Against Reinstating Nouri al-Maliki

Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, former US President Donald Trump has issued a stern

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China’s Strategic Support for Iran Amid Israeli Intelligence Threats

China is closely monitoring the growing threat posed by Israeli intelligence operations, particularly after the Israeli

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Trump to Use Global Stage at WEF to Launch ‘Board of Peace,’ Stirring Gaza Controversy

DAVOS, Switzerland: U.S. President Donald Trump is set to use the global stage of the World

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Politics

Iran, US Split on Sanctions Relief Ahead of March Talks

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Turkey and Saudi Arabia back Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity

Turkey and Saudi Arabia Reaffirm Support for Syria’s Sovereignty

Turkey and Saudi Arabia have once again underscored their shared position on the importance of safeguarding Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The reaffirmation came as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan concluded his

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Xi Jinping Calls for Strengthened China-Britain Cooperation and Multilateralism

During a key meeting in Beijing on Thursday, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with visiting British

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Trump to Use Global Stage at WEF to Launch ‘Board of Peace,’ Stirring Gaza Controversy

DAVOS, Switzerland: U.S. President Donald Trump is set to use the global stage of the World

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Videos

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Op-Ed: Gaza at Two Years – Scarred by War, Clinging to Hope

Opinion

Saudi Arabia’s Investment Mirage: When Vision 2030 Collides With a Harsh Global Reality

by Wallstreet Editorial

What Founders in MENA Should Prepare for in 2026

by Sayed Quadri

India and China: The Fragile Art of Moving from Conflict to Cooperation

by Dr. Shahid Siddiqui

Technology

Yutong Link+ Boosts Fleet Efficiency With AI-Powered Intelligent Management

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ZHENGZHOU, China — Yutong Bus (SHA: 600066) has launched its international version of Yutong Link+, an

Nebius to provide AI infrastructure to Microsoft under $17.4B deal

WhatsApp to Allow Chats Without Phone Numbers in Major Privacy Update

LG Expands Middle East B2G Business with Expo City Dubai

Saudi Arabia Venture Capital Growth Leads Middle East in 2025

Sony Transfers Majority Control of TV Business to TCL in New Joint Venture

WhatsApp to Introduce Voice and Video Calling on Web Browser Soon

UAE Leads MENA in E-Commerce Growth in 2025

Unique Properties Partners with AIR to Launch AI-Powered Real Estate Platform

From Business Tycoon to President: The Many Phases of Donald J. Trump

by Dr. Shahid Siddiqui

Donald Trump Sues BBC for $5 Billion, Citing Alleged Editing Manipulation in ‘Panorama’

by Wallstreet Editorial

A Biography That Tracks the Many Reinventions of Donald J. Trump

by Sayed Quadri

Saudi Exchange Top 5 Gainers in 2025

by Sayed Quadri

Dubai RTA Pedestrian Bridges Plan

by Patricia Renee

Hussain Khansaheb: UAE Construction Pioneer Passes Away

by Patricia Renee

Saudi PIF Acquires MBC Majority Stake

by Patricia Renee

Nepal Tourism Recovery After Riots

by Patricia Renee

National Industries Park Dubai new projects

Dubai’s National Industries Park Secures AED 1 Billion

by Patricia Renee

Saudi Pro League’s Media Rights Deal with IMG Extended to Boost Global Football Reach

by Patricia Renee

French Montana Engaged to Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra

by Obwana Jordan Luke

ALA Properties Debuts in Dubai Backed by Award-Winning Success

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Companies

Adhira Shipping and Logistics DMCC

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Numu Capital LLC

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SHARJAH ISLAMIC BANK PJSC (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES)

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Dubai Islamic Bank PJSC (DIB) | Dubai Financial Market

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NATIONAL CENTRAL COOLING CO PJSC (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES)

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Masdar Capital

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Zulfi Chamber of Commerce and Industry

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First Stage Labs

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Eih Ethmar International Holding LLC

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NATIONAL BANK OF UMM AL-QAIWAIN PSC

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Dubai Future District Fund Investments Ltd

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Adnoc Murban Sukuk Ltd

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Local Content Forum 2024

8 months ago

Senegal to Issue Local Sukuk in 2025, Eyes $500M International Sukuk in 2026

8 months ago

Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC

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Arabian Shield Cooperative Insurance Company Profile

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Lifestyle

Why Thousands of International Patients Choose Enfield Royal Clinic Dubai Over Local Options

Enfield Royal Clinic Dubai has emerged as the premier destination for international medical tourism, attracting thousands

Best Watches of 2025 From the GPHG Awards

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Entrepreneurs speaking at Fitness for Founders wellness event hosted by Finanshels and ShopDoc in Dubai

Finanshels & ShopDoc Host UAE Founder Wellness Event

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CAPITAL MARKETS

GCC Debt Markets Slow as Geopolitical Risks Rise

GCC debt markets have slowed sharply after recording their strongest start to a year on record,

CAPITAL MARKETS

Kuwait Issues Mandate for Multi-Tranche USD Benchmark Bond Amid Budget Deficit

8 months ago

September 29, 2025 — Kuwait City, Kuwait — Kuwait has issued a mandate for a multi-tranche USD benchmark bond, tapping into international debt markets as part of its financial strategy to manage

du to sell 342mln shares in Mamoura stake offering

by Sayed Quadri

Riyad Capital Issues $133M Sukuk for Sumou Global Investment

by Sayed Quadri

H.C. Wainwright Reiterates ‘Buy’ Rating on Phoenix Group with Dh3.00 Target

by Sayed Quadri

Shuaa Capital Appoints New Group CEO to Accelerate Growth

by Sayed Quadri

Lifestyle

Moody’s Affirms Saudi Aa3 Rating With Stable Outlook

Moody’s Ratings has reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s sovereign credit rating at Aa3 with a stable outlook, reinforcing

Emirates NBD Launches RBL Bank Open Offer

3 minutes ago

Saudi Banks Q1 Profit Beats Forecasts Despite War

12 minutes ago

Acelen Secures $1.5 Billion for Brazil SAF Project

2 days ago

Emirates NBD Provides $100 Million Financing Facility to CPI Property Group

4 days ago

Oman Arab Bank Raises $400 Million Through AT1 Capital Securities Issuance

4 days ago

Arabia·Companies·Companies in UAE·Featured·News·Properties·Real Estate

Tomorrow World Real Estate unveils its new Sales Experience Center in Dubai.

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ACQUISITION

Emirates NBD Launches RBL Bank Open Offer

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EARNINGS

Saudi Banks Q1 Profit Beats Forecasts Despite War

2 days ago

Investments

Acelen Secures $1.5 Billion for Brazil SAF Project

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Loans

Emirates NBD Provides $100 Million Financing Facility to CPI Property Group

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Bonds

Oman Arab Bank Raises $400 Million Through AT1 Capital Securities Issuance

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Sukuk

Alinma Bank Prices $500 Million AT1 Sukuk Amid Strong Investor Demand

This agreement further deepens LG’s long-standing relationship with Expo City Dubai. Image Courtesy: LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Expands Middle East B2G Business with Expo City Dubai

LG Electronics is strategically expanding its Middle East B2G business. This growth is driven by a new partnership with Expo City Dubai. The agreement strengthens LG’s role as a provider of sustainable, high-tech

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