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Defense ETFs gain attention as Middle East tensions rise and Strait of Hormuz risks increase market uncertainty. Read More
Murban oil surged $10 as rising geopolitical tensions near the Strait of Hormuz sparked a sharp GCC oil rally, pushing Brent higher and raising fears of supply disruptions.
With 20% of global oil flowing through Hormuz, rising US-Iran tensions are driving Brent higher and pressuring GCC equities. Lean more
The global artificial intelligence race is approaching a new inflection point, and this time, the disruption is not primarily about model capability. It is about economics. Markets and the technology community are closely watching the anticipated release of DeepSeek-V4, the next-generation model from Hangzhou-based AI startup DeepSeek. While official specifications remain limited, early industry leaks […]
Boursa Kuwait's 55% profit surge and 80% traded value growth in 2025 signal accelerating liquidity and structural reforms, presenting new opportunities for GCC investors through Kuwait-focused ETFs.
Oman’s capital markets are entering a strategically significant phase. The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) has unveiled a series of reforms designed to convert intermittent trading activity into what policymakers call “structural liquidity,” a deeper, more resilient trading environment capable of supporting institutional-sized flows with minimal price disruption. While the headlines focus on Oman, the implications […]
Covered call ETFs offer GCC investors a systematic way to generate income by selling call options on diversified equity positions, providing premium income even in range-bound markets.
TSMC reported NT$401.3 billion in January, showcasing a 37% year-on-year revenue growth driven by AI chip demand.
Explore the significance of the FAB and T. Rowe Price collaboration as it reshapes investment solutions in the GCC.
Gold’s abrupt slide and silver’s record volatility have rattled global markets and forced investors to confront an uncomfortable reality: even assets designed to protect portfolios can become sources of risk when positioning grows crowded. Over just a few sessions, spot gold fell nearly 9%, briefly sinking around 10% from recent highs, after last week’s rally […]
The global economy is entering 2026 with an unexpected degree of resilience. Despite persistent trade policy uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and uneven regional momentum, growth has held steady rather than slowed sharply. The International Monetary Fund projects world output to expand 3.3% in 2026 and 3.2% in 2027, broadly matching the pace of growth seen in […]
Explore the impact of the Saudi Public Fund on Gulf capital markets and its significant growth in assets and confidence.
