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Investing Themes

Global resilience is redefining opportunity across GCC markets and ETFs
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 […]

Saudi Public Funds Hit $58bn, Redefining GCC Market Dynamics.
Explore the impact of the Saudi Public Fund on Gulf capital markets and its significant growth in assets and confidence.

Wahed’s New UCITS ETFs Set a New Standard for Shariah and Ethical Investing
Explore Wahed UCITS ETF, a pioneer in Shariah-compliant investments combined with ethical human rights screening.

World Bank forecasts UAE economy to grow over 5% in 2026-27
Explore the World Bank's outlook for the UAE, forecasting a 5.0% economic expansion in 2026 amidst global uncertainties.

GCC ETF market monitor – 2025 annual review. The year of thematic ETFs
Find out how the GCC ETF industry evolved in 2025, featuring new ETFs that cater to advanced themes and Shariah compliance.

Gold’s 2025 Super-Cycle: From Trading Screens to the Gold Souk
Explore the dynamics of the gold souk in 2025 as gold transforms into a precious macro narrative.

What Fund Selectors Look for When Choosing and Comparing ETFs
Explore the world of ETF fund selectors and understand their role in navigating the vast market of exchange-traded funds.

Lunate’s Boreas to launch thematic ETF on AI infrastructure on ADX
Explore Boreas and its new AIPOWR ETF, designed to track AI-related data and power supply infrastructure.

“Magnificent 7” U.S. Tech Giants Propel AI-Driven Growth Across GCC Tech ETFs
Strong quarterly results from Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft, Meta, and Apple are boosting GCC tech ETFs, as investors capitalize on AI innovation and regional digital transformation opportunities.

Tariff Truce: Trump and Xi Hit Pause on Trade War
Explore the latest developments in the USA China trade relations with the new truce between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.

Bonds Could Keep Rallying If the Market Moves the Goalposts
Explore the recent treasury bonds rally and its implications for investors in U.S. corporate bonds and credit markets.

Dubai’s Gold Tycoons Confront a Changing Market
Learn about the Dubai Gold narrative and how changing demand and regulations are reshaping the bullion trading landscape.

