Despite a productive Q1, Iran war looms large on Islamic banking
The ongoing geopolitical instability has resulted in GCC sukuk issuers from Qatar and the UAE being put on Fitch Ratings' Rating Watch Negative list...
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Thames Water announces tie-up with Origin Tech to identify underground leaks
The partnership has been built on a successful 18-week trial, during which Origin Tech identified over 800 leaks throughout Thames Water's network...
Exxon’s net income falls to five-year low as Iran war affects output
About 20% of Exxon's oil and gas production is situated in the Middle East, making it the most affected among the global energy players...
Fitch raises liquidity concerns of UAE real estate players
Fitch also cited the rising debt costs across the Gulf region, which have touched their five-year highs, as a threat to the industry...
The demise of Spirit Airlines: All you need to know
Spirit Airlines built its brand around affordable fares for budget-conscious travellers, while shunning add-ons like checked bags and seat assignments...
Mohammed Bayahya: Transformative leader consolidating NCC’s finance
Mohammed Bayahya, through his visionary leadership, has transformed finance into a forward-looking partner to the business, supporting both operational excellence and strategic ambitions...
European defence company Destinus tests deep-strike system Ruta Block 2
The successful test of Ruta Block 2 validated Destinus' broader launcher compatibility and more scalable deployment for long-range strike systems...
SRL study indicates strong 2025 performance by Lloyd’s syndicates
According to SRL, the primary fixed-income portfolios of syndicates have benefited from relatively high-interest-rate yields...
Spain bucks Eurozone trend with solid 2.2% economic growth forecast for 2026
Driven by a resilient services sector and falling unemployment, Spain maintains a strong economic outlook even as neighbouring European nations face stagnation...
Banca d’Italia forecasts sluggish 0.5% economic growth for Italy amid energy crisis
Surging oil and gas prices, combined with geopolitical instability, threaten to stall Italy's economic recovery through 2027, prompting the central bank to urge productivity reforms...