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Egypt Secures $4B Qatari Investment Amid Gulf Push: Report
Egypt is close to reportedly finalizing a $4 billion investment agreement with Qatar that would see the Gulf state’s deposits in Egypt’s central bank converted into a large-scale real estate…
Mubadala becomes part of new consortium to acquire Techem for $7.9bn
Mubadala Investment Company, Abu Dhabi’s strategic investment arm, has partnered with a consortium of international investors to acquire Germany's Techem…
Indonesia’s FDI drops 6.95% y/y in Q2, biggest fall since 2020
Foreign direct investment (FDI) into Indonesia dropped 6.95% in the second quarter from a year earlier to 202.2 trillion rupiah…
UAE telecom trade grows 4.3% to $2.78 billion in 2024
Much of this progress was fueled by a strong performance in the fourth quarter of 2024, which saw a year-on-year…
Unlocking the data centre opportunity in the Middle East
As the Middle East emerges as a global data centre powerhouse - driven by AI, cloud demand, strategic investments -…
Indian businesses top list of new companies joining Dubai Chamber of Commerce during Q1, followed by Pakistan and Egypt
Dubai, UAE – The Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has…
Action urged to halt exodus of firms leaving UK
The exodus of firms from the London Stock Exchange has created a "pivotal moment" for the UK's financial services sector which requires urgent action, a leading business group has warned.…
Blue Owl, xAI Bets Boost Qatar Fund’s $500 Billion US Pledge
The $524 billion Qatar Investment Authority is stepping up its investments in the US with high-profile commitments to artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure, underscoring how Doha is keeping its economic…
Abu Dhabi launches new finance cluster set to create 8,000 jobs by 2045
New hub aims to create 8,000 skilled jobs and attract billions in long-term investment Abu Dhabi has launched the Fintech, Insurance, Digital and Alternative Assets (FIDA) cluster, a major initiative…
Saudi Arabia: Private sector to contribute 40% of $500 billion infrastructure investments in coming years
RIYADH — Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih said that Saudi Arabia is working towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2060 through massive investments in infrastructure. He anticipated that these investments…
Dubai launches Free Zone Mainland Operating Permit to unlock new growth for investors
The new framework allows over 10,000 free zone companies to operate on the mainland through structured permits, granting access to government tenders and contracts. Dubai Business Registration and Licensing Corporation…
Dubai launches incentive scheme to spur hotel development in emerging areas of city
Dubai unveils incentive scheme to stimulate hotel development in accordance with accelerating demand The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has launched a new incentive programme for investors designed…
Global FDI restrictions rise for the first time since 2018: Lessons for policy in an era of uncertainty
For the first time since 2018, global restrictions on foreign direct investment (FDI) have edged up, albeit only by a notch. The OECD’s FDI Regulatory Restrictiveness Index (FDIRRI) shows that average statutory…
Saudi Arabia’s 2024 FDI Inflow Grows By 24.2%, FDI Stock Approaches SAR1 Trillion
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) were reflected in the positive results for 2024, with inflows increasing by 24.2% to reach SAR119.2 billion.…
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