EnergyFeaturedMiddle East crude exports return to pre-Iran war levels as ‘Hormuz Plus One’ kicks inInternational Finance Business DeskOctober 6, 2026October 6, 2026 by International Finance Business DeskOctober 6, 2026October 6, 2026 At least 16.5 mbd of crude oil left the region between September 1 and 28, matching the pre-war average excluding Iran... Read more
FeaturedWealth ManagementBlackRock eyes USD 100 billion GCC investment shift, infra and private markets to benefitInternational Finance Business DeskSeptember 25, 2026September 24, 2026 by International Finance Business DeskSeptember 25, 2026September 24, 2026 The governments have expanded spending on infrastructure, industry and digital assets while seeking to monetise or privatise state-owned businesses... Read more
EnergyFeaturedSaudi crude oil exports hit four-month high as East-West Pipeline boosts shipmentsInternational Finance Business DeskSeptember 24, 2026September 23, 2026 by International Finance Business DeskSeptember 24, 2026September 23, 2026 The Kingdom's crude oil production increased to 8.135 million bpd from June's 7.122 million bpd, stated the Joint Organizations Data Initiative... Read more
IndustryMagazineSaudi mining industry thrives with ESNAD guidanceInternational Finance Business DeskSeptember 21, 2026 by International Finance Business DeskSeptember 21, 2026 At the core of ESNAD’s success is its relentless commitment to digital transformation, a cornerstone of efficiency, transparency, and innovation... Read more
EconomyFeaturedChips, AI and critical minerals: The world is building two economiesInternational Finance Business DeskSeptember 21, 2026September 21, 2026 by International Finance Business DeskSeptember 21, 2026September 21, 2026 As the US-China divide hardens, the question for middle powers is no longer about picking a side, but whether they can resist choosing at all... Read more
FeaturedOil & GasEast-West pipeline attack: Saudi offers crude via Sohar Port, cancels European cargoesInternational Finance Business DeskSeptember 18, 2026September 18, 2026 by International Finance Business DeskSeptember 18, 2026September 18, 2026 Saudi Aramco has offered its flagship Arab Light grade, as well as Arab Medium and Arab Heavy, to Asian buyers for loading off Sohar... Read more
CommodityFeaturedSaudi Arabia discovers 110 million tonnes of uranium-bearing oreInternational Finance Business DeskSeptember 17, 2026September 16, 2026 by International Finance Business DeskSeptember 17, 2026September 16, 2026 The breakthrough discovery strengthens Riyadh’s mining and civilian nuclear ambitions as it seeks to develop domestic critical-mineral resources... Read more
ExclusiveFeaturedIF ExclusiveIslamic FinanceRaya Financing accelerates growth in Saudi ArabiaInternational Finance Business DeskSeptember 17, 2026September 16, 2026 by International Finance Business DeskSeptember 17, 2026September 16, 2026 Net profit after Zakat increased by 73% to SAR 40.3 million, while operating profit before Zakat and expected credit losses reached SAR 99.3 million... Read more
EnergyFeaturedSaudi’s East-West Pipeline shutdown threatens 4% of global oil supplyInternational Finance Business DeskSeptember 15, 2026September 15, 2026 by International Finance Business DeskSeptember 15, 2026September 15, 2026 Saudi Arabia has shut down pipeline following drone attacks on the vital crude conduit, amid the war-related disruption in the Strait of Hormuz... Read more
FeaturedReal EstatePIF launches company to develop Al-Khafji as Kingdom’s mega coastal tourism hubInternational Finance Business DeskSeptember 9, 2026September 9, 2026 by International Finance Business DeskSeptember 9, 2026September 9, 2026 Gulf Coast Development Company will build 16,000 homes, 1,400 hotel rooms and a 10km waterfront as Saudi Arabia expands tourism investment... Read more