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SAIB reports $139 million Q1 net profit

its assets increased by 20.08 percent to $43.65bn.

Nissan forecasts $5.3bn annual net loss

Last year, it announced 9,000 job cuts worldwide.

Saudia to acquire 20 wide-body aircraft

10 of these being acquired for its flydaeal low-cost airline

ADIB’s Q1 net profit $517 million

Q1 2025 net profit before tax increased 18% YoY.

Emirates Islamic Q1 profit $394m

The bank's profit crossed AED 1bn mark for the first time.

IMF projects 3.3% global growth for 2025, MENA to rebound to 3.6%

Dubai, UAE -- The International Monterey Fund (IMF) has projected global growth to remain at 3.3 percent this year and...

Over 12m people visit Riyadh Season in 60 days

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Two months after their launch, on October 11, 2023, Riyadh Season events had already attracted 12...
  • Riyadh Season attracts large number of visitors with different kinds of activities and experiences.
  • It is one of the major Saudi events that establishes new concepts in the world of entertainment.

Jordan takes steps to raise position in Global Food Security Index, says minister

AMMAN, JORDAN - Agriculture Minister Khaled Al-Hneifat said the ministry has been working hard over the past year to create...
  • One of the points to achieve this goal are the creation of a national database for food security.
  • The other is the issuance of a unique system for the Food Security Council, the minister said.

Najran extends MoU with Ayan for Commerce & Industry

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia's Najran Cement Company has announced the extension of its non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU)...
  • This extension comes as a result of the ongoing valuation and due diligence processes, which are yet to be completed
  • The original MOU, signed on October 19, 2023, was set to pave the way for a potential collaboration between the two companies

Iranian warship enters Red Sea, reports media

TEHRAN, IRAN - Iran's Alborz warship has entered the Red Sea through the strategic Bab al-Mandeb strait, Tasnim news agency reported...
  • The news agency did not give specific reasons for its deployment, but noted that Iranian military vessels had operated in the area since 2009.
  • According to the International Chamber of Shipping, 12 percent of global trade passes through the Red Sea

Maisarah leads Oman government’s successful sukuk issuance

MUSCAT, OMAN - Maisarah Islamic Banking Services, Islamic window of BankDhofar, acted as an Issue Manager for the Sovereign Sukuk...
  • The Sukuk-Al-Ijara structure has a seven-year maturity and was conducted through private placement to sophisticated investors in Oman.
  • The issuance has been listed on the Bonds and Sukuk Market, operating under the Muscat Stock Exchange.

Sheikh Hamdan issues resolution regulating single-use products in Dubai

DUBAI, UAE -  Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive...
  • The aim of the resolution is to protect the environment, encourage people to adopt an eco-friendly lifestyle.
  • The move also aims to encourage the private sector to promote the use of recycled products.

45 percent of Saudi employees work over 40 hours per week

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Nearly 45.8 percent of employees in Saudi Arabia work more than 40 hours per week and...
  • Figures also show that 46.6 percent of employees have received training on health and safety procedures, and 48.7 percent have health and safety departments in their workplace.
  • Data also shows that 7.8 percent of employees deal directly or indirectly with chemicals, medical waste, radioactive materials or toxic gases.

Egypt leads Arab world in population with 113m citizens

DUBAI, UAE – Egypt stands as the most populous Arab country with 113 million people, marking it the 14th largest...
  • Iran and Turkey, with populations of 89 million and 86 million respectively, demonstrate substantial numbers in the Middle East region.
  • The data, highlighting population sizes of various countries worldwide, pointed out that the global population has reached 8.082 billion.

Sharjah Consultative Council okays emirate’s draft budget 2024

Sharjah, UAE - The Sharjah Consultative Council approved the draft law regarding the budget of departments and entities of the...
  • The draft was presented to the council by Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud Al Qasimi, Head of the Sharjah Finance Department for a final review and approval
  • After a final review, the council approved the draft law regarding the 2024 general budget for the Sharjah Government departments

IsDB, SWCC sign agreement

The collaboration will involve efforts from both parties.
  • The agreement includes a mechanism for exchanging knowledge and experiences.
  • It would involve transferring the experience of SWCC to the member countries of IsDB.

Salik 2024 net profit before taxes $348m

The toll operator's revenue increased by 6% to $626 million.

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Saudi Arabia inaugurates its second “House of Culture”

As part of the “Quality of Life” program, these houses aim to upgrade cultural infrastructure and boost Saudi engagement in...

Geopolitical unrest generates an onslaught of DDoS attacks

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Space economy set to triple to $1.8trn by 2035, reveals new research

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Saudi’s Modon attracts $3.8bn industrial investments in 2023

Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (Modon) has announced significant progress in attracting industrial and logistical investments for...
  • New investments surged by 63 percent, with 891 local and foreign investments secured.
  • The number of factories rose to 6,443, alongside 7,946 industrial, logistical, and investment facilities

DWTC welcomes 2.47m visitors in 2023, says EVP

DUBAI, UAE – Executive Vice President, Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC)  Mahir Julfar said that the DWTC's performance in 2023...
  • Over 722,000 were international visitors to various events, showcasing an unparalleled 60 percent growth rate year-on-year.
  • Flagship events such as GITEX Global and Gulfood maintained their leadership positions in their respective sectors.

Abu Dhabi’s private sector grows by over  35 percent in 2023

ABU DHABI, UAE – The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) organized, in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Investment Office...
  • Al Multaqa Meetings empower Abu Dhabi to accelerate economic growth, by providing a platform to support investment.
  • Supported by private sector and family-owned businesses, Abu Dhabi’s non-oil sectors is going from strength to strength.