GCC
ETF trends and investment insights across the Gulf Cooperation Council.
Could Tokenization Revive Mutual Fund’s Chances Vis-à-vis ETFs?
How tokenisation could revive mutual funds against ETFs. Insights from regulators, market trends, and the future of tokenised investment funds.
Oil Falls From $120 Toward $80 as Markets Reassess Conflict Risk
Oil prices fell from $120 toward $80 as markets reassessed Middle East conflict risks, highlighting volatility in global energy markets.
Nasdaq and Kraken Team Up to Bring Tokenized Stocks to Global Markets
Nasdaq and Kraken partner to launch tokenized stocks via Kraken’s xStocks platform, enabling global blockchain-based equity trading
Trump Hints at an Endgame in Iran. Markets Start Pricing One In
Explore how markets in Iran and the US reacted to President Trump's contradictory messages about the ongoing conflict.
From Prediction Markets to ETFs: New Ways to Invest in Luxury
Prediction markets and luxury ETFs are reshaping how investors access the luxury economy, from collectible watches to global luxury brands.
Saudi Arabia Opens Tadawul to UAE & GCC Investors
Saudi Arabia opens Tadawul to UAE and GCC investors, allowing direct ownership of Saudi stocks and ETFs for the first time. Read More.
Dow Slides for Two Straight Days as Stagflation Fears Shake Markets
Explore the recent trends impacting the Dow Jones as it faces volatility from rising oil prices and labor market concerns.
Is the Freedom ETF a Better Way to Invest in Emerging Markets?
Is the Freedom ETF a better way to invest in emerging markets? FRDM excludes authoritarian regimes and has outperformed EM benchmarks.
Defense ETFs Gain Focus Amid Middle East Tensions
Defense ETFs gain attention as Middle East tensions rise and Strait of Hormuz risks increase market uncertainty. Read More
UAE Stocks Slide, Then Rebound as DFM and ADX Reopen After War Halt
UAE stocks faced a sharp decline as trading resumed post-shutdown. Discover the latest on Dubai and Abu Dhabi equities.
GCC Oil Rally as Murban Jumps $10 on Rising Geopolitical Risk
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.
Crypto Rallies as Markets Reprice War Risk
Bitcoin rebounded to $72K–$73K after falling to $63K during the Israel-Iran escalation, highlighting its risk-asset behavior.