Saudi Ministry of Finance Acquires 86% Stake in Binladin Global Holding Company After Debt Settlement
Saudi Ministry of Finance acquires 86% of Binladin Global by converting debt to shares, aiming to stabilize and restructure the company.
US Dollar Holds at 47.60 EGP After Egypt's 1% Rate Cut; Exchange Rates Across Banks on December 29, 2025
USD/EGP holds at 47.60 after Egypt's 1% rate cut; inflation down to 12.3%, reserves hit $50.2B, banks reopen Jan 4, 2026.
Egyptian Exchange Opens Monday Session with Modest Gains Supported by EGX30
EGX30 rose 0.24% at Monday's open, led by select stocks. Market shows modest gains, with strong YTD performance despite some sell-offs.
Bahrain Inflation Hits 16-Month High on Energy and Transport Costs
Bahrain's inflation hit 1.1% in Nov 2025, a 16-month high, mainly due to rising energy and transport costs, with sectoral price disparities.
Cryptocurrencies Rally Led by Bitcoin Near $90,000 as Risk Appetite Improves
Bitcoin nears $90,000, leading a broad crypto rally as risk appetite improves. Market recovers cautiously after recent selloffs and liquidations.
SoftBank Nears Acquisition of DigitalBridge to Boost Data Center and AI Investments
SoftBank nears deal to acquire DigitalBridge, aiming to boost AI and data center investments amid rising global demand for computing power.
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Opens Slightly Higher, Supported by Energy and Banking Stocks
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange opened slightly higher, led by energy and banking stocks, with ADNOC shares most active and modest market gains.
Dubai Financial Market Remains Stable with Strong Activity in Emaar and Aman; DFMGI Approaches 6,127 Points
Dubai Financial Market remains stable near 6,127 points, with strong activity in Emaar, Aman, Salama, and Deyaar stocks.
Kuwait Stock Exchange Opens Mixed as Blue Chips Slip; Strong Activity in ARZAN, AAYAN, and NBK Shares
Kuwait Stock Exchange opened mixed; blue chips slipped, ARZAN, AAYAN, and NBK saw strong trading amid year-end investor focus.
Saudi Market Opens Slightly Lower Amid Active Trading in Aramco and Al Rajhi
Saudi market opened down 0.25% as key sectors fell; Aramco, Al Rajhi led trading. Investors remain cautious amid sector pressures.
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