#Saudi Arabia

Dominic Raab: Unlocking the GCC’s critical minerals opportunity

Former UK Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary, Dominic Raab, exclusively writes for Gulf Business on how the GCC can play a bigger global role in critical mineral supply chains

Saudi Aramco reports 15% drop in Q3 profit, maintains dividend

Saudi Arabian Oil Company Aramco completes $5bn bond issuance

According to Aramco, the tranches include $1.5bn in senior notes maturing in 2030 with a coupon rate of 4.7 per cent

Bucket list alert: 5 epic things you can only do in Saudi Arabia

This summer, gaming takes center stage as Riyadh hosts the Esports World Cup 2025 from July 7 to August 24 at Boulevard Riyadh City

Umrah 2025: New digital platform launched for visas

Hajj 2025 goes hi-tech: 6 innovations transforming the pilgrimage

Saudi is combining tradition with innovation to ensure a spiritually enriching and smooth experience for all

From IPO to expansion: SMC Healthcare's Bassam Chahine charts its ambitious growth

Innovation, expansion, IPO: SMC Healthcare’s Bassam Chahine charts its ambitious growth

SMC Healthcare’s CEO discusses the company’s growth strategy, digital innovations, and its alignment with the kingdom’s evolving healthcare landscape

Hajj 2025: Saudi issues deportation, 10-year ban warnings for violations

Hajj 2025 preparation: The 15 major steps Saudi has taken

These efforts reflect the wise leadership’s directives and align with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 to facilitate Hajj rituals

Hiring a domestic worker in Saudi? Here’s what you must know

Discriminating against workers based on race, color, sex, religion, nationality, social or national origin, or disability is strictly prohibited

Globant opens Middle East HQ in Riyadh, launches AI and digital innovation hub

Globant opens Middle East HQ in Riyadh; hub to drive AI, digital innovation

Located in Building 1.15 of the King Abdullah Financial District, the headquarters also houses Globant’s third global “Playground” — an immersive experience centre featuring interactive AI- and sports-themed installations

Eid Al Adha 2025: Saudi court calls for crescent moon sighting

The astronomical centre in the UAE has also announced that the crescent moon marking the start of Dhul Hijjah will be observed on May 27

Aramco

Saudi Aramco considers asset sales to free up funds, sources say

The firm will slash dividend payouts by nearly a third this year as lower oil prices hit its income

Nearly 962,000 pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

Nearly 962,000 pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

The Ministry of Interior announced that Hajj Security Forces had apprehended five residents and nine citizens at the entrances to Makkah for violating Hajj regulations

Tourism outlook: International visitor spend in Middle East to hit $194bn in 2025: WTTC

International visitor spend in Middle East to hit $194bn in 2025: WTTC

Travel and tourism in the region is projected to contribute $367.3bn to the regional economy and support 7.7 million jobs in 2025

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Saudi Arabia launches TOURISE, a global platform to reshape the ‘future of tourism’

The inaugural invite-only TOURISE Summit will take place in Riyadh from November 11–13, and will extend as a year-round platform to shape how the world travels, connects and grows

Turning challenges into catalysts: EFG Hermes’ Mohamed Abu Basha on the region's resilient economic trajectory

Turning challenges into catalysts: EFG Hermes’ Mohamed Abu Basha on the region’s resilient economic trajectory

The head of Macroeconomic Analysis at EFG Hermes shares an opportunity-driven view of how the Middle East is responding to inflation, diversification, and capital markets development

Saudisation plan for private sector accountants: New rules set to transform jobs

Saudi retail real estate shows cautious optimism in a shifting landscape

Saudi Arabia’s retail real estate sector looks poised for growth. However, risks like oversupply, evolving consumer preferences, and economic volatility could test the market’s resilience

Oil backs off 7-week high: What's behind the pullback?

Saudi Arabia ready for multiple oil price scenarios, economy minister says

The International Monetary Fund and economists estimate Riyadh needs oil prices of over $90 a barrel to balance its budget

IPO news: United Carton Industries retail tranche oversubscribed 8.91 times

IPO news: United Carton Industries retail tranche oversubscribed 8.91 times

The final offer price was set at SAR 50 per share — the top of the previously announced price range — implying a market capitalisation of SAR2bn

30 new stores across GCC: Inside of Majid Al Futtaim’s expansion

Majid Al Futtaim’s approach to luxury retail is guided by customer preferences for authenticity, craftsmanship, and modern luxury

Smart transportation: Uber to roll out autonomous cars in Saudi

The initiative highlights ongoing efforts to adopt modern technologies and smart mobility innovations

Elon Musk: Starlink has been approved in Saudi Arabia

Musk, who also heads Tesla, used the occasion to float his wider ambitions for the region

Hassana, Franklin Templeton ink $150m MoU to boost Saudi private credit market

Hassana, Franklin Templeton ink $150m MoU to boost Saudi private credit market

Hassana, which manages more than SAR1.2tn ($320bn in assets, is one of the region’s largest institutional investors

Saudi Crown Prince, US President Trump sign Strategic Economic Partnership

Saudi Crown Prince, US President Trump sign Strategic Economic Partnership

Among the agreements was a memorandum of understanding for energy cooperation between Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy and the US Department of Energy

HUMAIN, NVIDIA join forces to drive AI development in Saudi Arabia

HUMAIN, NVIDIA join forces to drive AI development in Saudi Arabia

The partnership is set to play a critical role in realising the kingdom’s ambition to lead the world in AI and advanced digital infrastructure

Oracle pledges $14bn investment in Saudi Arabia

Trump’s Saudi visit: Oracle pledges $14bn investment in Saudi Arabia

Oracle said the expanded partnership would also strengthen US-Saudi ties, enhance the kingdom’s security and intelligence capabilities

Trump’s Saudi Arabia visit unlocks $600bn in investment deals

A slate of high-profile business deals across Riyadh, Doha and Abu Dhabi are being unveiled this week

WATCH: Saudi F-15s flank Trump’s Air Force One in dramatic Riyadh arrival

F-15SA aircraft flanked Air Force One as it approached King Khalid International Airport, in a show of military pageantry

These Riyadh roads are closed as Trump begins Saudi visit

Motorists have been advised to avoid several roads, particularly around the Diplomatic Quarter and central Riyadh

Trump jets into Saudi, UAE and Qatar with trillion-dollar investment ambitions

Business leaders including Elon Musk, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink and Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser will also be on the trip

Saudi Aramco allocates $100m to boost R&D at KAUST

5 key takeaways from Aramco’s latest financial results

The world’s biggest oil exporter reported a net profit of $26.01bn for the first three months of 2025

Amazon Bazaar launches in Saudi; here's what it offers

Amazon Bazaar launches in Saudi; here’s what it offers

In addition to affordable pricing, the platform offers extra savings on larger orders, with 5 per cent off on orders over SAR150 and 10 per cent off over SAR300