This is a temporary backup site for TRENDS MENA while our primary website is being restored following a regional disruption affecting Amazon Web Services cloud infrastructure in the GCC.

Search Site

Alujain widens 2025 loss

The increase in loss is due to impairment charges, weaker prices.

Masar 2025 net profit $262m

Higher land plot sales boost revenue and operating income.

Tasnee’s 2025 losses deepen

The petrochemicals' company's revenue also fell 17.7 percent.

DP World 2025 revenue $24.4bn

The profit for the year up 32.2% to reach $1.96bn.

BYD 2025 revenue surges

The EV manufacturer reported net profit of $.3.3bn for 9M 2025.

Saudi Arabia issues warning against fraudulent Hajj 2024 operators

  • The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has advised individuals to use the Nusuk app for registration, which is available in several countries
  • For those countries where the app is not available, the Ministry recommends registering through accredited companies

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Saudi Arabia is warning potential Hajj pilgrims to be cautious of fake Hajj companies that may scam people. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has advised individuals to use the Nusuk app for registration, which is available in several countries. For those countries where the app is not available, the Ministry recommends registering through accredited companies. The Ministry has emphasized the importance of completing all necessary vaccinations before embarking on the pilgrimage.

The Nusuk app is the official platform for domestic pilgrims, providing a user-friendly interface and essential services for the pilgrimage process. International pilgrims from specific areas have access to the “Nusuk – Hajj” platform, tailored to their needs.

Pilgrims from other countries are advised to seek guidance from official Hajj missions or certified companies, recognized and authorized to assist with the Hajj application process.

Saudi Arabia is preparing extensively for Hajj 2024 and expects a large number of pilgrims. The allocation of places at holy sites will be based on when contracts are finalized, ensuring a smoother process for pilgrims.