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Lucid opens Saudi Arabia’s first car production facility

Lucid, Rivian and Nikola: What are EV startups doing to ride out weak demand?

EV startups are lowering manufacturing costs, laying off workforce, and racing to develop cheaper models to navigate a slump in demand

Aramco acquires stake in EIG’s MidOcean Energy

FTAI Infrastructure inks deal with Aramco subsidiary to boost oil supply to Texas terminal

The world’s largest oil firm has been expanding its trading activity

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China approves first ETFs tracking Saudi equities, fund managers say

Through the ETF, investors in China will be able to trade Saudi stocks including Saudi Aramco and Saudi National Bank

Red Sea

Shipping industry urges Red Sea action as Houthis sink second vessel

International naval forces have been deployed to provide defensive support for ships sailing through the Red Sea, but the attacks have increased significantly

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Saudi Arabia: World’s first licensed autonomous air taxi takes flight during Hajj 2024

The autonomous flight was conducted by EHang Holdings in collaboration with Saudi-based Front End

Embraer sees Saudi Arabia and India as strategic defence markets

Embraer sees Saudi Arabia, India, EU, US as strategic defence markets

A potential Saudi purchase could involve 25 units, and the planemaker expects the country to make a decision in two to four years

Oil prices surge after OPEC + extends output cuts

Oil funds temper bearishness after OPEC+ reassurance

Inventories of both gasoline and diesel have been rising relative to the seasonal trend in the US, and consumption growth for oil remains tepid across major markets

Dubai-based mining firm to enter Argentina lithium market

Chile says Saudi mining minister to visit, lithium expected on agenda

Chile is the world’s second-largest producer of lithium

Goldman Sachs sees oil demand growing until 2034

OPEC sees no peak oil demand long term, secretary general says

OPEC+ members are cutting output by a total of 5.86 million bpd, or about 5.7% of global demand

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Edmond de Rothschild to open Saudi office and launch debt platform

The platform could help Saudi Arabia with its vast Vision 2030 plan

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Saudi low cost carrier flyadeal increases fleet size

With the addition of the latest Airbus A320neo, the carrier has increased its fleet size to 33 narrowbody jets

G7 ITALY

What’s on the G7 agenda?

The summit is due to kick off on June 13 with a discussion about Africa, climate change, and development

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Saudi Arabia: Capella Hotels announces wellness-themed resort at NEOM

Capella’s renowned wellness experiences are tailored to individual needs and utilise lunar phases as a guiding principle

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Citi, Emirates NBD to launch round-the-clock USD cross-border payments

The service, initially available in Emirates NBD’s branches in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, aims to eliminate payment flow barriers caused by different weekend schedules

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Saudi’s SMASCO lists on Tadawul following successful IPO

The final offer price was set at SAR7.50 per share, at the top end of the price range, raising gross proceeds of approximately SAR900m

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Qatar-Saudi relations flourish with surge in business activity

For Qatar, a top liquefied natural gas exporter, it is a chance to strengthen ties with its Arab neighbour, as well as try to diversify its economy

Red Sea

Red Sea crisis pushing 47% crude oil, fuels around Africa

According to data provided by EIA, total US trade around the cape rose by about one-third, in the first six months of 2024

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Saudi’s PIF holding talks to create billion-dollar boxing league: Reports

PIF wants to create a venture that would bring the main sport’s organisers together, in which it would take a minority stake, say reports

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Saudi crude oil exports to China to fall for 3rd straight month in July: Reports

July exports are expected to be down from about 39 million barrels in June, possibly the lowest levels for the year, say reports

UAE fintech firm Stake raises $14m in Series A funding

UAE fintech firm Stake secures $14m in Series A funding

The company intends to use the proceeds to expand its business into Saudi Arabia

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Antony Blinken back in the Middle East to discuss ceasefire proposal

This marks Blinken’s eighth trip to the region since the conflict erupted in October 2023

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Red Sea: Two merchant vessels targeted in Gulf of Aden

The Red Sea crisis has disrupted global shipping by forcing vessels to avoid the nearby Suez Canal and reroute trade around Africa

Saudi Arabia plans Aramco share sale as soon as June

Saudi Aramco shares trade higher after share offering

The world’s top oil exporter has been seeking to bring in international investment as it launches a range of projects as the Saudi government seeks to diversify its oil-based economy

Cathay Pacific to connect Hong Kong with Riyadh

Cathay Pacific to launch flights connecting Hong Kong with Riyadh

The new service is expected to offer more travel options while promoting business, trade and tourism opportunities

Saudi Arabia’s Q1 GDP contracts by 1.7%

Saudi Arabia’s Q1 GDP shrinks estimated 1.7% YoY

Oil activities were down 11.2 per cent in the first quarter versus the previous year, while non-oil GDP grew 3.4 per cent year on year

Aramco allocate about 60% of share sale to foreign funds

Over half of Aramco share sale allocated to foreign investors

International demand for the secondary share sale was greater than for Aramco’s IPO in 2019

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman joins long guest list for G7 summit

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman joins long guest list for G7 summit

The unusually long guest list reflects Italy’s desire to broaden the horizons of the G7, a club of wealthy democracies

Aramco to raise $11.2bn from stock offering

Saudi Aramco set to raise $11.2bn after selling shares at lower end of expectations

The oil behemoth’s shares were priced at $7.27 (SAR27.25), near the bottom of a SAR26.7 to SAR29 range used in marketing the sale

Cognizant

Transforming air travel: Inside Cognizant’s partnership with Riyadh Airports

Cognizant’s GM in Saudi Arabia, Tarek Zarg El Aioun, discusses the company’s strategic partnerships and digital innovations transforming the aviation sector and beyond

FMCG brands

From healthcare to food: Which are the most ‘considered’ brands in the UAE?

Almarai and Dettol top YouGov’s 2024 FMCG Rankings in the UAE, leading the food, beverage, and personal care sectors with the highest consumer consideration scores