The old market in Damascus. Syria is reopening its economy to foreign investment. AFP

Syria must focus on ‘bankable projects’ to boost foreign investment

Banking, energy and AI are among sectors with most opportunity in the country, says former Jordanian minister

Economy

No slowdown in Gulf sovereign investments amid Iran war

Economy

UAE GDP hit $517bn in 2025 as non-oil sector grew 6.8%

Economy

Oman has assured US it won't charge Strait of Hormuz toll, says Treasury chief

US

Oil rallies as Trump denies reports of Hormuz deal and US renews strikes on Iran

Markets

Oil prices slide on hopes of Strait of Hormuz reopening within month

Energy

US LNG emerges as Gulf hedge against Hormuz disruption

Economy
While many assume entering the market during a volatile period is risky, waiting to make an investment entirely is far more detrimental to future growth. Bloomberg

Why delaying investment may be your biggest financial mistake

There's no good or bad time to enter the market – the only consideration should be time spent in the market

Money

Dubai inflation set to halve if Strait of Hormuz reopens

Economy

Egypt launches first aerial mining survey in more than 40 years

Economy

Who’s in charge? Understanding control in UAE corporate tax

Economy

Gulf countries maintain credit ratings amid Iran war uncertainty

Economy

Business InsightsWhy water rights will become the asset class of the 21st century

Economy

Kevin Warsh takes charge at US Federal Reserve as markets brace for rate increases

Economy
An oil tanker at the Port of Fujairah. Pipeline exports have offset lower volumes through the hotly disputed Strait of Hormuz. Reuters

Gulf countries maintain credit ratings amid Iran war uncertainty

The UAE kept a top AA- rating as oil revenues are expected to remain strong

Economy

Business InsightsWhy water rights will become the asset class of the 21st century

Economy

Kevin Warsh takes charge at US Federal Reserve as markets brace for rate increases

Economy

Adia's focus on evolution places Abu Dhabi fund on path of growth

Economy
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