Fitch-rated sukuk surpasses $210bn as market expands 16%
The value of sukuk rated by Fitch Ratings exceeded $210 billion in the first half of 2025, marking a 16 percent increase from a year…
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Japan’s Ishiba signals Talks with Trump for Cuts to US Auto Tariff
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Monday he will not hesitate to hold talks with President Donald Trump to ensure an agreed cut to…
Saudi Banking Sector Posts Highest Quarterly Profits in Its History
Saudi Arabia’s banking sector has achieved record-breaking quarterly earnings, reporting its highest-ever profits during the second quarter of 2025. According to financial disclosures, profits surged…
Formula E Partnership with Saudi Arabia
Formula E’s partnership with Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is emerging as a global benchmark for redefining the future of sustainable…
Which economies in Asia were hit hardest with Trump tariffs
Economies in Asia were among those hit hardest by tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump on “Liberation Day” in April. From traditional US allies…
Tariff deal not finished yet say Europeans with Trump’s terms
It was all handshakes and smiles when European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen and US President Donald Trump announced that a EU-US trade agreement…
Trump presses ahead with 30% tariff on South Africa
South African products exported to the US will face a 30% tariff from 7 August, President Donald Trump has announced. South Africa is the only…
Five Benefits of New Foreign Property Ownership Law in Saudi Arabia
A newly updated property ownership law approved by Saudi Arabia’s cabinet earlier this month is expected to deliver five major benefits to the Kingdom’s real…
French PM – EU-US Trade Deal an Act of ‘Submission’ for Europe
French PM Says EU-US Trade Deal an Act of ‘Submission’ and a Dark Day for Europe France called a framework trade deal between the United…
Musk – Tesla, Samsung Electronics Sign $16.5 B Chip Supply Deal
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the US auto-maker had signed a $16.5 billion deal to source chips from Samsung Electronics, a move expected to bolster…