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Golf Saudi, Topgolf Callaway to build golf venues in Saudi Arabia

Golf Saudi, Topgolf Callaway to build golf venues in Saudi Arabia

Golf Saudi plans to build three Topgolf venues by 2028, with the option to open two others in the future

Saipem secures $2bn offshore contract in Saudi Arabia

Italy’s Saipem wins offshore contract worth $2bn in Saudi Arabia

The contract was signed under the existing long-term agreement with oil giant Saudi Aramco

business

Five steps to help businesses scale to seven figures

Although barriers to entry are lower, the challenges of scaling a business have increased significantly

AI in construction

Why AI integration is critical for mega-projects: Lessons from the GCC

AI predictive models can help analyse historical data on the start and end dates of previous projects in order to create realistic timelines for future projects

Saudi miner Ma’aden to acquire SABIC stake in Alba for $1bn

Saudi Ma’aden to buy nearly 21% stake in Bahrain’s Alba for $1bn

The deal is valued between $963.25m and $1.06bn (BHD363m and 398m), and the proceeds will help SABIC grow in the chemicals industry

Saudi Arabia debuts ETF tracking Hong Kong stocks

Saudi Arabia approves first ETFs tracking Hong Kong-listed equities

Saudi Arabia’s markets regulator approved AlBilad Investment Company’s request to offer “Albilad CSOP MSCI Hong Kong China Equity ETF

Saudi Ma’aden plans to sell aluminium units to Bahrain’s Alba

Saudi Ma’aden plans to sell aluminium units to Bahrain’s Alba

The potential deal is set to reshape the aluminium market, positioning the merged entity as one of the largest aluminium producers worldwide

Saudi Aramco boosts stake in MidOcean, fund new stake in Peru LNG

Saudi Aramco boosts stake in MidOcean, fund new stake in Peru LNG

Aramco is seeking to strengthen its position in the LNG market, which is set to grow by 50 per cent globally by the end of the decade

Saudi Ma’aden acquires 25.1% stake in Ma’aden JV for $1.1bn

Saudi Ma’aden acquires 25.1% stake in Ma’aden JV for $1.1bn

The deal, which is expected to be completed in Q1 2025, is subject to regulatory and corporate approvals

Saudi Arabian milling firm MC4 seeks to raise $228.9m from IPO

Saudi Arabian milling firm MC4 seeks to raise $228.9m from IPO

The indicative share price of SAR5 and SAR5.30 per share implies a market valuation of around SAR 2.8bn ($763.2m)

SFD signs loan agreement with dominica

Saudi Fund for Development signs first loan agreement with Dominica

Since its inception, the SFD has supported over 800 projects across 100 countries, with a total funding of $20bn

Saudi Arabia’s PIF swings to $36.8bn profit in 2023

S&P revises Saudi Arabia’s outlook to positive on strong non-oil economy

The ratings agency said the positive outlook reflects Saudi Arabia’s potential to bring in more reforms and investments

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Qualcomm, Aramco, RDIA launch incubator for high-tech startups

The DISA programme will build upon Qualcomm’s successful track record of similar initiatives in regions such as Taiwan, India, Vietnam and Africa

Big- data - Cloudera

Why data must be refined like oil to drive business value: Cloudera CEO

Charles Sansbury tells Gulf Business that data like oil requires substantial effort and infrastructure to unlock its full potential

Farmer and tablet working at sweet corn smart farm - AI

Farm to table reinvented: How AI is driving agricultural value chain transformation

AI’s predictive ability empowers agribusinesses to adjust planting schedules, optimise harvest times, and make well-informed decisions regarding crop selection

Saudi Arabian Mills sets IPO price range, seeks to raise $271m

Saudi Arabian Mills prices IPO at top of indicated range to raise $271m

The milling firm said that the retail subscription period will run from September 18 to September 19

RUSSIA-SAUDI-SPA OPEC TALKS

Saudi crown prince, Russia’s Lavrov discuss OPEC+ cooperation in Riyadh

Lavrov arrived in Saudi Arabia on an official visit on Sunday

Aramco-gain-summit

Saudi Aramco unveils 6 new initiatives to drive digital development

Aramco noted that its deployment of supercomputing infrastructure supports development of AI solutions

Oil prices surge after OPEC + extends output cuts

Oil hovers below $70 for second day

Oil benchmarks fell nearly $3 on Tuesday, with Brent hitting its lowest since December 2021 and WTI falling to a May 2023 trough

Saudi Arabia’s real GDP shrinks by 0.3% in Q2 2024, oil weighs

Saudi Arabia’s real GDP shrinks by 0.3% in Q2 2024, oil weighs

The kingdom’s seasonally adjusted real GDP grew by 1.4 per cent compared to Q1 2024, as non-oil activities rose by 4.9 per cent YoY

Emaar The Economic City unveils SAR8.7bn COP, focuses on transformation

Emaar The Economic City unveils SAR8.7bn COP, focuses on transformation

The plan, developed based on extensive assessment and analysis, aims to provide a comprehensive solution to stabilise the company’s financial and operational platforms

Saudi Arabia sees Italy as partner of choice on green products

Saudi Arabia sees Italy as partner of choice on green products

The kingdom aims to grow its production capacity for low-carbon products to diversify away from oil and gas business

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Fourth Milling Company to float IPO on Tadawul

The company has a robust presence in the Saudi flour market, and it is known for its premium FOOM brand, which holds the largest market share

Saudi Arabia scraps hotel licencing fees in bid to boost tourism

Saudi Arabia scraps hotel licencing fees in bid to boost tourism

The initiative is part of the Tourism Investment Enabler Program that is aimed at making Saudi Arabia a global tourism powerhouse

Inaugural 24 Fintech - mozn

Mozn: Pioneering AI solutions in fintech, fraud prevention, and compliance

Mozn is making waves in the global fintech landscape with its cutting-edge platform, FOCAL as the company showcases its latest innovations at the 24 Fintech event in Riyadh

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ACWA Power, SEWA ink deal for Sharjah’s first independent water project

ACWA Power, a leader in energy transition and a pioneer in green hydrogen, will design, build, own, operate, and maintain the Hamriyah IWP

Aramco maintains 10% stake in Renault-Geely JV, eyes more partnerships

Aramco plans to maintain 10% stake in Renault-Geely JV, eyes more partnerships

The state-owned energy firm is expected to finalise the stake purchase later this year

flynas launches flights to abu Dhabi and Sharjah Image flynas

Saudi’s flynas launches flights to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah

The airline recently announced its expansion plan to add eight new destinations and routes to its UAE network

Go with the Flow: Saudi's SEVEN to bring new attraction to 3 cities

Go with the flow: Saudi’s SEVEN to bring new attraction to 3 cities

Flow House, known for its flowboarding, food and beverage offerings, and live events, will soon make its debut in Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Khobar

Tabby's Hosam Arab on payment trends, IPO plans and 24 Fintech

Tabby’s Hosam Arab on payment trends, IPO plans and 24 Fintech

The co-founder and CEO of the MENA region’s leading shopping and financial services app, talks about the company’s presence at the debut edition of 24 Fintech in Riyadh, fintech trends and IPO plans