Kuwait’s New Mortgage Law Set to Transform Housing Finance and Boost the Economy
The Kuwait mortgage law 2026 lets banks provide housing finance for the first time, easing the housing crunch and opening a major new growth market for lenders.
Qatar’s North Field LNG Expansion Set to Power Record Economic Growth in 2026
The Qatar North Field LNG expansion is set to lift capacity to 142 Mtpa and drive record GDP growth in 2026, while tourism and finance broaden the economy.
Saudi Arabia’s PIF Approves 2026-2030 Strategy as Non-Oil Economy Hits Record Levels
Saudi Arabia's PIF 2026-2030 strategy targets stronger returns and private-sector growth as non-oil GDP hits record highs and over one million jobs are created.
Bahrain Economic Development Board Attracts Record USD 3.5 Billion in FDI During 2025
Bahrain's Economic Development Board attracted a record USD 3.5 billion in Foreign Direct Investment during 2025, with the Kingdom's financial services, ICT, manufacturing and logistics sectors all recording new entrants as Bahrain leverages its strategic Saudi gateway position, competitive costs and regulatory excellence to compete for Gulf FDI.
GCC Economy to Grow 4.4% in 2026: Oxford Economics Forecasts Credit Boom and Non-Oil Expansion Across All Six States
Oxford Economics forecasts GCC real GDP growth of 4.4% in 2026, driven by strong domestic demand, non-oil sector expansion across all six states, and elevated credit growth supported by interest rate cuts — with the region's combined economy worth over USD 2.1 trillion.
