Kuwait Bourse closes lower as benchmark index drops amid regional market caution
The Kuwait Bourse closed lower on Thursday, with the All Share Index dropping 0.27 percent amid moderate trading volumes and regional caution.
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Central Bank of Oman waives local digital transfer fees to boost financial inclusion
The Central Bank of Oman has eliminated fees for local digital transfers, aligning with IMF praise for the nation’s resilient economy and structural reform momentum.
Read moreAl Salam Bank launches exclusive FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign offering cash prizes to residents
Bahrain’s Al Salam Bank has launched a World Cup 2026 campaign, offering expatriates and citizens BD5,000 cash prizes and exclusive Visa rewards.
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Al Salam Bank launches exclusive FIFA World Cup 2026 Visa campaign for Bahrain residents
Al Salam Bank has launched a limited-edition Visa card campaign offering exclusive rewards and cash prizes to celebrate the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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Saudi economy records robust 3% growth in Q1 2026 driven by non-oil sector expansion
Saudi Arabia’s GDP expanded by 3% in Q1 2026, primarily driven by strong performance across non-oil sectors and financial services.
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GCC sovereigns demonstrate strong fiscal resilience in updated global economic assessments
International ratings assessments highlight the structural fiscal resilience and strong credit profiles of GCC sovereigns amid global macroeconomic shifts.
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Regional exchange centers report steady remittance volumes ahead of peak summer travel window
GCC exchange networks report steady, structured remittance volumes as expatriate communities coordinate financial transfers ahead of summer.
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Lunate launches Shariah Dividend ETF as GCC construction pipeline reaches $2 trillion
Lunate is set to list its new GCC Shariah Dividend ETF on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange as the regional construction pipeline hits an unprecedented $2 trillion.
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Bahrain reviews private sector resource allocation models for corporate continuity
Bahraini economic committees are analyzing private sector liquidity and commercial fund parameters to support stable corporate frameworks.
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Kuwaiti financial authorities maintain monitoring of regional security and oil market trends
Kuwaiti fiscal departments are continuously auditing global energy trends and regional shipping security to safeguard domestic banking liquidity.
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Bahraini stock markets react to shifting global oil prices and regional developments
Bahraini equities and financial indices reflect broader GCC market shifts linked to global energy pricing updates and regional security news.
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UAE residents track gold price fluctuations ahead of summer travel season
Gold prices in the UAE experience volatility as expatriates and residents track market rates ahead of summer travel.
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Bahrain backs unified Gulf response to regional tensions
Bahrain has reiterated support for coordinated GCC efforts aimed at maintaining regional stability and protecting critical infrastructure across the Gulf.
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