UAE Exits OPEC and OPEC+ to Boost Production Flexibility Amid Global Energy Shifts
UAE will exit OPEC and OPEC+ in 2026 to boost oil production flexibility and pursue a more independent, diversified energy strategy.
Track GCC economies with policy shifts, diversification themes, and investment trends across the region.
Saudi Wholesale Inflation Hits 3.5% in February 2026 - Highest Since March 2024
Saudi WPI rose 3.5% YoY in February 2026 - highest since March 2024, driven by energy and chemical price increases.
Risk Appetite Diverges in Saudi, Qatari, and Kuwaiti Markets Amid Energy Shock and Selective Liquidity Shifts
Gulf markets diverged: Saudi index stable, Qatar plunged 4.3%, Kuwait fell 1.9% as energy prices surged and investors grew selective.
Gulf Economies Demonstrate Institutional Resilience Amid Regional Escalation
Gulf economies, led by the UAE, show resilience and stability amid regional tensions, maintaining growth, trade, and investor confidence.
Fitch Maintains Neutral Outlook for Gulf in 2026 Amid Delicate Balance of Reforms and Geopolitical Risks
Fitch keeps GCC 2026 outlook neutral, citing reform momentum and geopolitical risks. Saudi, UAE lead non-oil growth; oil prices manageable.
S&P Boosts Kuwait to ‘AA-/A-1+’ and Holds Bahrain at ‘B+/B’ as Gulf Ratings Diverge
S&P upgrades Kuwait to ‘AA-’ on strong assets and reforms, while affirming Bahrain at ‘B+’ amid fiscal pressures and reliance on GCC support.
Canada Saudi Arabia Economic Partnership, Launch of FIPA Negotiations Amid U.S. Trade Tensions
Canada, Saudi Arabia begin FIPA talks to boost trade, hedge U.S. tariff risks; aims for $2-3B new flows by 2027 amid global uncertainty.
Saudi Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih: 675 Global Companies Opened Offices in Riyadh
675 global firms opened offices in Riyadh; non-oil GDP rose to 56%. Saudi economy doubled to $1.3T, aims to be a global growth hub.
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