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Saudi-listed companies’ profits surge to highest level since 2022

The conflict in the Middle East boosted the performance of several Saudi companies

ADGM publishes 2026 update to Legal Persons and Arrangements risk assessment

LPA population grew from 7,173 (2024) to 12,302 (2026), showcasing a 72% increase, which drives granular reassessment

From historic highs, a conflict-driven pause to AED 9bln in April mortgages: Dubai's property market in 2026

Dubai's property market opened 2026 with a historic AED 72.4 billion in January, then navigated a regional conflict, yet recorded its highest mortgage month of the year in April at AED 9.02 billion

Global banking sector suffers under inflation pressure, say experts

As these conditions persist, central banks find themselves compelled to maintain tight monetary policies, which in turn impacts the cost of funding and asset quality within the banking sector.

Emirates Group announces record profit despite regional conflict

For the financial year ended March 31, 2026, the Emirates Group reported record profit before tax of Dh24.4 billion, up 7 per cent from last year.

Saudi insurers show mixed performance in Q1 earnings

The insurance index in the Kingdom’s stock exchange

Saudi Arabia’s non-oil revenues rise 2% to $30.9bn in Q1 — budget report

Total expenditure in the first quarter of 2026 reached approximately SR387 billion

Dubai records highest-ever monthly off-plan office sales in April at AED 3bln

Four-month total exceeds full-year 2025 by 104%

London-listed Man Group joins wave of global asset managers to set up office in Abu Dhabi

The alternative investment firm is looking to establish a Middle East hub in the emirate

Abu Dhabi’s Reem Finance gets digital bank license

Reem Bank is part of Judan Financial Holding

Capital Group announces plans to open first office in the Middle East

The new Abu Dhabi presence will include investment, operational, and client-facing capabilities, reinforcing Capital Group’s long-term commitment to clients and the region

Apex Group and Truleum Venture Partners announce DFSA-Regulated Tokenized Fund Launch in DIFC

Truleum Fund I LP has been designed to combine institutional-grade governance standards with digital issuance architecture.

Saudi EXIM Bank signs reinsurance agreement with its US counterpart

The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the 92nd annual conference of the Export-Import Bank of the US, held in Washington from April 29 to 30.

BankDhofar Collaborates with Riyada to Support Entrepreneurship in Oman

The agreement seeks to enhance cooperation between the two parties in areas such as financing, facilitating SMEs’ access to banking services, and developing joint programmes and initiatives that empower entrepreneurs, foster innovation, and stimulat

Qatar Financial Centre introduces targeted measures to ensure business continuity

These measures form part of the national package introduced by Qatar to support the business community in navigating current operational and financial challenges

Qatar implements targeted relief measures to support business community

These measures, delivered through the nation’s foreign direct investment ecosystem, provide immediate financial, regulatory and operational relief to Qatar’s international business community

QNB participates in landmark financing to develop the Middle East’s largest single sustainable aviation fuel facility

Reinforces commitment to financing the energy transition

Aramco named Middle East’s most valuable brand for 7th year

This comes as the energy firm maintains strong investment-grade credit ratings from major agencies

Egypt works to open investment avenues for Czech pension funds: Minister

Farid said the talks reflect the depth of the strategic relationship between Cairo and Prague

Saudi Arabia drives GCC bond market with $32bn in issuances: Markaz

The entire GCC region witnessed $55.04 billion in primary issuances through 95 deals during the first quarter, representing a 5.64 percent rise compared to the same period a year earlier.

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