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 the next, before slowing to just above 3 percent over the next five years, well below the historical average.IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said that growth in the Middle East...
Sharjah Chamber suggests measures for strengthening PPPs
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has recommended several measures to strengthen the emirate’s public-private partnerships (PPPs).US says oil supply must shore up growth after OPEC+ cut
In a thinly veiled criticism of the OPEC's decision to cut supply, the US said that oil production must be kept up to bolster global economic growth. White House Press Secretary said that President Joe Biden ‘has been clear that energy supply should meet demand to support economic growth and...Jafza records 19% trade growth
The company overcomes the global economic headwinds.China’s August factory activity weakens for second straight month
The Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), a key gauge of manufacturing activity in the world's second-biggest economy, came in at 49.4 in August, up from July's 49.0 but still below the 50-point mark separating growth from contraction, National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) data showed.Alhokair trims H1 loss by 49%
It cut down the loss to $18m from $35.39m posted last year.Most Gulf nations stare at slow population growth
Except for the UAE and Bahrain, all GCC countries witnessed a steep decline in population. During the pandemic, the region also saw the exodus of a large number of expat workers.Goal: A just energy transition that’s equitable to all
It must be based on scientific, economic, and engineering facts, appreciate the multiple dilemmas and challenging trade-offs, and accelerate the deployment of practical solutions. For that, we need an inclusive approach that leverages the experience of all sectors of society, he added in a writeup for Project Syndicate.Al-Othaim posts $37m profit
The retailer said the profit soared due to growth in sales.High oil prices may push Saudi growth to 7.6 percent in 2022: IMF
The government's Vision 2030 reform programme, designed to reduce the kingdom's dependence on oil, has also given the economy a boost as more Saudis join the workforce, particularly women, the IMF said.Policies, infra make Dubai hub for talent, innovation
For decades, the emirate has been a global player with a plethora of capital, talent, corporate tax incentives and ground-breaking technologies, says the latest BCG report.Walmart Q2 revenue $152.9bn
The retail giant sales surged, partly due to inflation.Saudi agriculture sector grows 7.8% to value at $19.23bn
The agriculture output in 2017 was estimated at $17.41 billion, around $17.48 billion in 2018, and $17.65 billion in 2019, and $18 billion in 2020.Saudi economy, GDP see upswing in H1 2022
Real GDP increased at a growth rate of 11.8% in Q2 2022, driven by the significant increase in oil activities by 23.1% while the non-oil activities increased by 5.4%Saudi Arabia’s Kingdom Holding to invest $3.4bn in next 3 years
The company completed its earlier investment program during the period between the second quarter of 2020 and Q2 2022.OPEC sees demand for oil tanking this year
OPEC warns that the demand growth for 2023 will slow further to 2.7 million bpd, leaving its forecast unchanged from last month.Aramex H1 profit is $0.75 bn
The company sustains a very healthy liquidity profile.Exports drive growth in Saudi and UAE
Saudi and the UAE's reliance on oil to drive economic growth has tapered off in recent years as the non-oil sector emerges as the biggest driver of growth.Global disruptions shift focus to new work models
Organisations can either view recent global disruptions such as Covid-19 pandemic as a death sentence or as a chance to embrace a new and more productive era of working. Dean suggests a few measures that may help businesses weather the current storm and equip them for future success.PIF of Saudi Arabia sets up investment firm in Egypt
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Company (PIF) has established a new company in Egypt to drive investment in the north African country. The company will look to take advantage of economic growth in the region within sectors seen as 'promising.'Agthia’s profit surges 74%
Group net profit attributable to shareholders rose to $32m.Equities, investment funds boost GCC economies
GCC countries will witness a rise in their wealth between 2021 and 2026 after two years of challenging time due to the Covid-19 pandemic, a BCG report points out.Saudi job numbers see big jump in July, highest in three years
Due to an improvement in business conditions in July, Saudi Arabia has posted a strong growth in job numbers in the non-oil sector, according to the latest Purchasing Managers Index data report from S&P Global.Saudi economy to be fastest-growing economy in 2022, says IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF), in its World Economic Outlook, 2022 said that the Saudi economy will register a 7.6 percent growth rate this year. This would be the highest growth rate among advanced, emerging market and developing economies.Global economic growth slows amid gloomy, uncertain outlook: IMF forecast
Higher-than-expected inflation, especially in the United States and major European economies, is triggering a tightening of global financial conditions.Bahrain joins UAE, Jordan and Egypt in industrial pact
Prime Minister of Egypt Mostafa Kamal Madbouly witnessed a signing ceremony Monday in Cairo that welcomed Bahrain as the fourth country to join the Industrial Partnership for Sustainable Economic Development, which includes the UAE, Jordan and Egypt.EITC posts 26% jump in profit
The net profit rose to $82.5 million for the second quarter.Digitization of govt services spurs MENA IT spending
The IT spending in the MENA region will hit US$1.7bn in 2022 as the governments are using technology to streamline digital services and improve residents' experiences.Moody’s says Saudi economy to post 3.9% growth rate
Moody’s has projected the economy of Saudi Arabia to post growth rate of around 3.9 percent from 2022 to 2026.New business licenses in Dubai grow 25% in H1 of 2022
Dubai issued 45,653 new business licenses in the first half (H1) of 2022, registering a growth of 25 percent compared to the same period last year. The numbers reaffirm the success of the government's innovative new strategic approaches and policy amendments that have revitalized the economy.MENA Forum 2022 to focus on US$250b worth of power projects
The combined investments in the MENA power sector includes US$93 billion which has already been committed.21,000 new companies join Dubai Chamber in H1 2022
Dubai Chamber of Commerce achieved record growth in new membership in the first half of 2022 as more than 21,000 companies joined the Chamber during the period, bringing total membership to over 308,000. An 80 percent year-over-year (y-o-y) surge in new members was recorded between January and June 2022 as...Jordan tourism sector rides high on back of 1.9m visitors to kingdom
The tourism sector of the Jordanian economy has seen a huge growth, with more than 1.9 million visitors arriving in the kingdom during the first six months of the current year Tourism Minister Nayef Al-Fayez described the situation as reassuring. He said the return of expatriates was an important component...QIB posts profit of US$499m for first half of 2022
Total assets of the bank have increased by 4.8 percent compared to June 2021 and now stand at QAR 193 billion.European Union cuts growth forecasts as war-stoked inflation surges
The EU executive, which tracks the economy of the 27 countries in the European Union, said GDP growth in the eurozone would reach 2.6 percent in 2022 and a sharply lowered 1.4 percent in 2023. Inflation would end the year at 7.6 percent, much higher than previously forecast, and 4.0...Saudi non-oil economy shows improvement in June: S&P Global
Saudi Arabia's non-oil economy has recorded a strong improvement in business conditions in June, according to the latest Purchasing Managers Index data report from S&P Global.Abu Dhabi Industrial Strategy to boost growth, says Dr Al Jaber
UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology Dr Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber said the country continues to empower the industrial sector and increase its competitiveness by leveraging its resources, advantages and capabilitiesEquality in economic recovery among countries crucial
The international community must adopt an approach that could translate words and goodwill into practical steps that could achieve equality in economic recovery among countries and salvage the sustainable development goals in a way that could support the poor peoples and those suffering from turmoil and wars, he adds.UAE-India trade to rise 120% to US$100bn in 5 years
The agreement is the first of its kind that the UAE has signed with any country, and it is India's first with any country in the Middle East and the Gulf region.Growth likely to vary across regions and geographies
While the global economy has been slowing down, the picture looks very different across regions and geographies. This is based on the expectation that inflation will moderate, supply chain constraints ease and geopolitical conflicts do not worsen, a report by Qatar National Bank has highlighted.Dubai Chamber members’ exports up 28 percent in May, highest since 2018
The strength of the Dubai economy, the flexibility of the emirate's merchants and the value of Dubai Chamber of Commerce services drive chamber members' exports to grow by 15.8 percent during January-May 2022, said Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, Chairman of Dubai Chambers.MEASA has world’s highest growth potential but untapped largely: Report
Middle East, Africa and Southern Asia (MEASA) has the world’s highest growth potential, according to a report by the New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) Transition Investment Lab (TIL). The TIL marked its first year of activities by publishing its inaugural Annual Report, which studies how sustainable investments can contribute...GCC economies to grow by 5.9% in 2022: World Bank
The current rebound is due mainly to strong growth in oil exporters boosted by rising oil revenues and a general waning of the pandemic’s adverse impacts in highly vaccinated countries. The growth, however, will slow abruptly in 2023 and 2024 across the region, the report adds.UAE and Qatar top 2021 GCC economies
The two Gulf countries score high consistently on all seven parameters used to measure the status of an economy.With $22bn in bilateral trade, UAE-US economic ties set to grow
The UAE and US economic ties are expected to grow in healthcare, energy sustainability, space, and digital economy, with the bilateral trade touching $22 billion between the two countries.Tokyo stocks open lower after US stocks slide
Tokyo stocks opened lower on Wednesday after US stocks mostly retreated on concerns about growth following a profit warning from the owner of Snapchat that shocked the tech sector. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index was down 0.13 percent, or 36.02 points at 26,712.12 in early trade.Sharjah Consultative Council reviews plans to promote private sector
The Financial, Economic and Industrial Affairs Committee of the Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) reviewed its strategic plans to promote the growth of the private sector. As part of its third ordinary session of the 10th legislative chapter, the committee stressed that its vision, supported by Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad...Netflix lays off 150 employees
The growth of streaming service has slowed down in recent past.Amanat reports 39% growth
Amanat recorded a total income of AED46.9 millionCreative sector woos global investors to Gulf region
The regional economies in the creative sector are growing at a faster rate than inflation, says Michael Garin, General Director of Abu Dhabi Creative Authority.Pfizer posts 77% jump in Q1 revenues to $25.7bn
Pfizer reported another quarter of huge revenues growth because of its Covid-19 vaccine on Tuesday, but lowered the company's full-year profit forecast due in part to shifts in foreign exchange. The major American drugmaker reported revenues of $25.7 billion for the first quarter, up 77 percent from the year-ago period.