Opinion Economy Egypt’s economy is bouncing back – for now More fundamental changes are needed for long-term growth November 21, 2024
Opinion Banking & Finance IMF proves Saudi banks have reasons for optimism Over the long term the kingdom’s banks will benefit from the scale of spending on Vision 2030 projects October 23, 2024
Opinion Banking & Finance Kuwait’s first banking merger is long overdue There have been bank mergers in every other GCC state – Kuwait might finally join the club September 20, 2024
Opinion Economy Oman heads back to investment grade territory The sultanate has shown fiscal prudence and a commitment to restructuring state-owned enterprises August 21, 2024
Opinion Markets Regional debt issuance boosts Islamic bond take-up Large Muslim countries have skewed global sukuk markets July 19, 2024
Opinion Finance Sharia index is tentative step for Islamic finance in Egypt Egyptian governments and investors have an awkward relationship with sharia-compliant finance June 26, 2024
Opinion Economy Kuwait’s political crisis adds to economic uncertainty The country's latest standoff is deeply concerning for both the near and long term May 20, 2024
Opinion Banking & Finance Bahrain bank mergers are good news for the kingdom and the Gulf It is likely that a merger of NBB and BBK would take the new bank into the top 30 April 29, 2024
Opinion Economy Egypt must deal with its fundamental challenges Abu Dhabi's cash injection offers short-term relief but serious budgetary issues remain March 21, 2024
Opinion Banking & Finance Lebanon’s bank restructuring offers a ray of light The government’s recapitalisation proposals signal a step in the right direction February 26, 2024
Opinion Banking & Finance Strong results likely from Gulf banks – but there’s more to success than profit Expect healthy returns for 2023, yet look beyond the financials for 2024 January 26, 2024
Opinion Giga-projects Saudi budget reveals realism now guides the way The price of oil remains fundamental to the government’s financial health December 20, 2023
Opinion Economy Egypt must weigh up finance woes with key role in conflict The country has a crucial part to play November 17, 2023
Opinion Sustainability Middle East banks must prove net zero commitment New standards will hold to account banks proffering their climate change credentials October 16, 2023
Opinion Economy ESG factors will depress Middle East’s credit ratings Climate risks, social issues and governance standards will bear down on region's businesses September 28, 2023
