The recent return to the bond market by Saudi Arabia marks a significant shift in government policy, as the world’s biggest oil exporter taps capital markets to cover budgetary shortfalls and balance drawdowns of foreign reserves. The SR15bn ($4bn) issue in mid-July 2015 was the first sovereign bond offered by the Kingdom since 2007, with senior...
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Articles & Analysis | Saudi Arabia taps capital markets to provide additional coverage for the 2015 budget deficit from The Report: Saudi Arabia 2015
Interviews & Viewpoints | John Sfakianakis, Middle East Director, Ashmore Group: Interview from The Report: Saudi Arabia 2015
We have recently seen a correlation between market performance and oil prices on the downside but not on the upside. How do you envisage the future impact of oil price fluctuations?
Articles & Analysis | State efforts signal encouragement for private initiatives in Saudi Arabia from The Report: Saudi Arabia 2015
Given the size and breadth of the Saudi Arabian economy it is at first glance surprising that the government continues to play the leading role in supporting local start-ups and entrepreneurs. Where other countries in MENA, such as Egypt and Jordan, have seen the private sector address the segment through angel and seed investment operations,...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Mohammed Al Jadaan, Chairman, Capital Market Authority (CMA): Interview from The Report: Saudi Arabia 2015
What are the most important issues the Kingdom should address to attain emerging market status?
Articles & Analysis | Major investments set to benefit both residents and pilgrims in Saudi Arabia's Makkah from The Report: Saudi Arabia 2015
Home to the holiest site in Islam – the Grand Mosque and the Kaaba contained within it – and a place of pilgrimage for millions of Muslims, Makkah is a unique city. Its special status also presents local authorities with a unique set of challenges, not least how to expand capacity and facilities in a way that both satisfies the needs of...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Adel Al Ghamdi, CEO, Saudi Stock Exchange: Interview from The Report: Saudi Arabia 2015
How will opening the exchange to foreign institutional investors affect the capital markets?