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Lenovo to issue $2bn in convertible bond to Alat

China’s Lenovo to issue $2bn in convertible bond to PIF-backed Alat

The personal computer and AI server maker plans to build a research and development centre in Riyadh as part of the deal

Saudi Arabia reportedly sells $5bn sukuk to plug deficit

Saudi Arabia issues $5bn in dollar-denominated sukuk, says report

The kingdom is turning to the debt market to find alternative funding sources to cover an anticipated fiscal shortfall of about $21bn this year

Saudi Arabia’s Jada backs $250m healthcare fund

TVM Capital raises $250m for Saudi Arabia healthcare fund

The Afiyah Fund raised the money from a group of Saudi Arabian, GCC and European investors, led by Jada Fund of Funds

PIF launches satellite and space company

Saudi Arabia’s PIF sets up company to boost space sector

Neo Space Group will invest in local and international assets and capabilities, as well as venture capital opportunities

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When is Arafat Day and Eid al Adha in Saudi Arabia?

While the dates are tentatively set, final confirmation will come from the official moon sighting committee in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia plans Aramco share sale as soon as June

Saudi Arabia plans Aramco share sale as soon as June

The energy firm expects to pay $31bn in dividends, despite reporting lower earnings for the first quarter

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Moody’s raises Saudi Arabia’s local, foreign currency rating to ‘Aa1’

The change in rating reflects increased predictability of policies and decision-making processes

Chinese planemaker COMAC eyes Saudi Arabian market

COMAC’s planes fly almost exclusively within China and with one Indonesian airline, but the planemaker is looking to expand elsewhere

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Turkish steel giant Tosyali could partner with Saudi firms for $5bn expansion 

Tosyali is pursuing investment opportunities in Europe and the Americas as it aims to become one of the world’s top 30 iron and steel producers

Saudi Arabia’s ALLaM model joins IBM Watsonx AI platform

IBM makes more AI models open source and lands Saudi Arabia deal

Saudi Arabia’s AI authority will train its “ALLaM” Arabic language model using Watsonx, adding new language skills to the firm’s offerings

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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman promises stable oil supply to Japan

Saudi Arabia and Japan signed over 30 memorandums of understanding during the bilateral talks between the Crown Prince and Japanese PM

Saudia Group’s big Airbus order overshadows Boeing at Riyadh conference

Saudia Group’s massive Airbus order overshadows Boeing at Riyadh conference

The state-owned group said Saudia would be receiving 54 of the A321neo jets, while flyadeal would acquire 12 A320neos and the remaining A321neos

Oil starts week lower on signs of easing Middle East conflict

Saudi Arabia’s crude oil exports hit nine-month high in March

Crude exports from the world’s largest oil exporter increased 1.5 per cent to 6.413 million barrels per day in March

Marriott International to bring W Hotels to Riyadh

Marriott International to launch new W Hotels property in Riyadh

W Riyadh is expected to feature 210 luxury guest rooms and suites, seven restaurants, retail space, and expansive event and meeting facilities

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Oil prices climb amid uncertainty in the Middle East

Despite the volatility in the region, oil prices moved only slightly

Saudi King Salman to be treated for lung inflammation

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman to be treated for lung inflammation

Earlier on Sunday, King Salman underwent medical tests at the royal clinics at Al Salam Palace due to high temperature and joint pain

Saudi Venture Capital invests SAR112.5m in General Atlantic PE fund

Saudi Venture Capital invests SAR112.5m in General Atlantic PE fund

The investment aims to bolster Saudi Arabia’s burgeoning technology ecosystem and support high-growth companies across key sectors

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Saudi IPO: SMASCO sets final offer price amid strong investor demand

Saudi Manpower Solutions Company (SMASCO) has determined the final offer price at SAR 7.5 per share for its IPO

Zain KSA to invest SAR1.6bn to expand 5G network in Saudi Arabia

Zain KSA to invest SAR1.6bn to expand 5G network in Saudi Arabia

The strategy will see the company increase the number of its 5G network sites in the country to more than 7,000

CBRE real estate

Trends shaping real estate in the GCC: An in-depth conversation with Anshuman Magazine of CBRE

CBRE has expanded its offerings as well as operations as the GCC sees a real estate boom backed by economic versatility and government investment programmes

Qiddiya, SEVEN merge to boost Saudi entertainment sector

Saudi Arabia’s Qiddiya merges with SEVEN to boost entertainment sector

The move is in line with the strategy to establish an entertainment, sports and culture powerhouse in the kingdom

Fakeeh Care Group’s $763.4m IPO oversubscribed 119 times

Fakeeh Care Group’s $763.4m IPO oversubscribed 119 times

The pricing of SAR57.5 per share implies a market valuation of around SAR13.3bn at listing

Supermarket chain Spinneys posts Dhs75m in Q1 profit

Supermarket chain Spinneys posts Dhs75m in Q1 profit

The company’s gross profit surged by more than 15 per cent YoY to reach Dhs336m in Q1 2024

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Online retail fuels MENA digital payments, Checkout.com says

The shift to digital payments is more pronounced in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Kuwait – where the preference for cash has dropped significantly

US energy secretary to visit the GCC next week

US energy secretary to visit Saudi Arabia, UAE next week, officials say

The visit is a continuation of long-standing engagement between the US and this region

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GCC region sees 10 IPOs raise $1.2bn in Q1 2024: EY

The UAE’s Parkin Company raised the highest proceeds in the region for the quarter at $0.4bn

Jaumur by Neom

Introducing Jaumur, Neom’s new luxury coastal haven

Jaumur is an exclusive residential community that aims to accommodate 6,000 residents

Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia explore funds to track Hong Kong stock indices

Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia explore funds to track Hong Kong stock indices

A new ETF tracking Saudi equities was listed in Hong Kong last year, becoming the first product of its kind in Asia

Alat unveils two business units in manufacturing push

Saudi Arabia’s Alat unveils electrification, AI Infrastructure business units

The firm plans to invest $100bn by 2030 to develop key partnerships and build advanced manufacturing capabilities

Aramco keeps $31.1bn payout despite lower Q1 net income

Saudi Aramco maintains dividend despite lower net income in Q1

The oil major reported a 14 per cent decline in first-quarter net income to $27.3bn in the three months to March 31