Saudi Arabia’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) edged lower again in February amid softer operating conditions, extending a decline that
Global oil and gas prices surged Tuesday as the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran disrupted Middle East energy exports. Tehran
Banks and financial institutions across the GCC face heightened risks of capital outflows as the ongoing Iran conflict strains
Malaysia’s overall loan growth eased to 4.7% year-on-year (YoY) in January 2026, slightly below the 4.8% YoY expansion recorded
Stablecoin payments reached an annualised $390b as of December 2025, more than doubling from 2024, according to McKinsey &
Indonesia’s banking sector liquidity is projected to strengthen through 2026, easing funding pressures and helping curb further margin squeeze,
Russia has removed WhatsApp, owned by Meta Platforms, from an online registry maintained by its internet regulator, according to
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved a measure on Wednesday opposing tariffs imposed by Donald Trump on Canada,
Companies across the Gulf Cooperation Council are expected to maintain stable credit profiles in 2026 despite ongoing uncertainties, according
DBS is likely to continue prioritising system resilience whilst building up excess capital, provided it does not pursue additional
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