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.
Anthropic's 'Claude' Cloud Services Outage Affects Thousands of Users Globally
Anthropic's 'Claude' AI services suffered a global outage, affecting thousands; cause unknown, investigation ongoing, services being restored.
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.
China: The Biggest Loser in the Iran War as Energy Security Faces Existential Shock
China faces major energy risks from Iran war: oil supply loss, higher prices, and shipping threats, endangering its economy and energy security.
Financial and Logistical Stability in the UAE Amid Regional Escalation Reinforces Dubai’s Image as a Safe Investment Haven
UAE banks and ports remain stable amid regional tensions, reinforcing Dubai's reputation as a secure, resilient investment and logistics hub.
Qatar Ports Record 5% Growth in Container Handling in February 2026, Reflecting Stable Trade Flows Amid Regional Tensions
Qatar ports saw 5% container growth in Feb 2026, showing resilient trade and stable supply chains despite regional tensions.
Ras Tanura Refinery Shutdown and Halts in Kurdistan and Israel Deepen Energy Shock Amid Escalating Middle East Strikes
Ras Tanura refinery, Kurdistan, and Israeli gas halts deepen energy shock, spiking oil prices amid Middle East strikes and supply fears.
UAE-Ecuador Agreement Boosts Latin American Access, Secures 30% Share of Ecuador's Trade with Arab and African Regions
UAE-Ecuador deal boosts trade, removes tariffs on 96% of goods, and secures UAE 30% of Ecuador's Arab/African trade, expanding market access.
Strong Profit Growth at Electrical Industries Reflects Project Momentum in Saudi Arabia Despite Regional Tensions
Electrical Industries' 2025 profits rose 56.8% on strong project demand in Saudi Arabia, with revenue, margins, and equity all sharply higher.
Strait of Hormuz in the Eye of the Storm: Geopolitical Shock Puts Global Energy Markets and Economy to the Test
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz raise oil, gold prices and risk premiums, testing global markets and energy security, especially for Asia.
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