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Banking Sector Resilience
Saudi Arabia banking data for mid-2026 highlights robust financial buffers, as broad money expands significantly and capitalization ratios stay well above standard regulatory...
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Tourism Boom Continues in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is experiencing an unprecedented tourism boom, leading global growth with a remarkable 102% increase in international visitor arrivals since 2019, positioning it...
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Kingdom Prioritizes AI Investment
Saudi Arabia is strategically re-prioritizing its investments, shifting significant focus towards AI infrastructure and companies, as part of its Vision 2030 digital...
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Saudi Arabia Leads in Digital Government
Saudi Arabia has consistently maintained its top position in the MENA region for digital government services for the fourth consecutive year, achieving an impressive 99% maturity...
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Streamlined Business Setup for Startups
Saudi Arabia is actively enhancing its appeal for entrepreneurs and investors through significant legislative reforms. The new "One Register" system now allows businesses to...
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AI Literacy Drives Education Sector Growth
Saudi Arabia's e-learning market is set for robust growth, projected to reach USD 7.8 billion by 2034, fueled by extensive digitalization and the widespread adoption of AI-powered...
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Major Healthcare Investments Underway
Saudi Arabia is significantly advancing its healthcare transformation, notably launching a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) program for Chronic Kidney Disease Care and National...
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SME Financing Sees Significant Boost
Saudi fintech Fina, part of the SILQ ecosystem, recently secured a substantial USD 75 million Shariah-compliant financing facility from Fasanara Capital. This investment aims to...
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China Accelerates Urban Renewal as India-GCC FTA Reshapes
Asian Trade China has launched its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) with a massive focus on high-quality housing and urban renewal, aimed at stabilizing its property sector....
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Saudi Arabia Opens Main Market to All Foreign Investors Directly
As of February 1, 2026, Saudi Arabia has removed the Qualified Foreign Investor (QFI) restrictions, allowing all international investors to buy shares directly in listed...
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Saudi Arabia Emerges as Regional Hub for Cross-Border Education
Saudi Arabia has recently finalized partnerships to establish a regional hub for international education, specifically linking with Chinese universities. The move aims to support...
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GCC Real Estate Projects Hit $1.68 Trillion Amid Surging Intra-Regional Investment
GCC real estate projects have reached $1.68 trillion, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE . Intra-GCC investment is booming, with 17,900 cross-border property transactions as unified...
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