As of late June, the Tadawul Index (Saudi Arabia) has emerged as one of the worst-performing global markets in 2025, off over 9%. Analysts attribute the decline

Most Gulf stock markets ended lower on July 1, 2025, as investors booked profits and awaited a U.S. Senate vote on a controversial tax and spending package. Saudi Arabia’s

Abu Dhabi‑based Phoenix Group PLC, a digital asset infrastructure firm, reported robust Q2 2025 performance: publicly disclosing a crypto treasury worth over US $150 million and expanding its

Despite a surge in stablecoin-related thefts in the MENA region, adoption remains strong. Experts predict theft volumes could reach US $4 billion by year-end, with the UAE

The UAE unveiled its Open Finance system in partnership with Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB), allowing consumers and businesses to share financial data securely through licensed APIs.

A recent Reuters poll (conducted July 15–28) elevated MENA region GDP growth projections to 3.2% in 2025. Saudi Arabia is forecast to grow at 3.8%, the UAE

Despite the broader rally, weakness in some earnings curbed further momentum. Saudi’s index slipped 0.1% due to disappointing results from firms like Halwani Brothers. Dubai remained flat

Toyow, a Dubai‑based tokenised asset marketplace, secured a US $10 million strategic investment from Nimbus Capital. This capital raise will support its effort to bring real‑world assets (e.g.

In an interview, Binance’s regional head remarked that the Middle East is rapidly emerging as a leading centre for crypto and Web3 growth. He highlighted how the