Qatar builds a tourism economy designed to last all year

30/07/2026

The conversation around Qatar's tourism sector is no longer about "proving itself." It has become a discussion about a fully integrated system moving on several fronts at once, a national strategy wi

Gulf Times

GCC debt issuances climb 14% to $117bn in H1 2026

30/07/2026

Aggregate bond and sukuk issuances across the GCC reached $116.8bn during the first half of 2026, up from $102.2bn in the corresponding period of last year, representing a year-on-year increase of $1

Muscat Daily

UAE maintains interest rate following US Federal Reserve decision

30/07/2026

UAE consumers are set to enjoy stable borrowing rates, as the Central Bank of the UAE left its benchmark rate unchanged on Wednesday.

In a statement, the apex bank said it has decided to mai

Khaleej Times

Saudi Arabia to lead GCC fixed-income maturities through 2030: Kamco Invest

30/07/2026

Saudi Arabia is expected to account for the largest share of fixed-income maturities in the Gulf Cooperation Council over the next five years, with $167.4 billion of bonds and sukuk due between 2026

Arab News

US-Saudi alliance invests $5bn to build oil refinery outside Strait of Hormuz

30/07/2026

A Saudi-US alliance has entered the final stage of selecting a host country for a $5 billion integrated refinery and energy export corridor project.

This project aims to create a strategic e

Asharq Bloomberg