The Jordanian authorities have launched a new over-the-counter (OTC) exchange as part of a series of initiatives to boost the competitiveness of the kingdom’s capital markets.
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Economic Update | Jordan looks to reinvigorate trading with a new exchange
23 Sep 2016
Economic Update | Dubai taps into halal tourism
23 Sep 2016
Increased investment – from sharia-compliant accommodation to consumer goods – is helping Dubai position itself as a key player in the rapidly expanding global halal travel industry.
Economic Update | Sharjah real estate targets affordable luxury
20 Sep 2016
While falling property prices in Dubai have reduced Sharjah’s real estate competitiveness over the last year, a spate of large-scale, mixed-use developments and improvements to transport...
Economic Update | Kuwait’s drive toward fuel subsidy rationalisation
20 Sep 2016
The government’s recent decision to make cuts to Kuwait’s petrol subsidy system is expected to boost state coffers amid low global oil prices, despite some push-back from organised labour.
Economic Update | Saudi Arabia plans to diversify power sources
9 Sep 2016
Strong domestic demand and the desire to conserve oil resources for export are driving reform in Saudi Arabia’s power sector.
Economic Update | Saudi Arabia looks to fast-track capital market reforms
30 Aug 2016
Proposed changes to Saudi Arabia’s capital markets regulations could be fast-tracked by authorities, paving the way for increased participation from international investors.