Opening a Bank Account in the UAE 2026: Best Banks and How to Do It as an Expat
Opening a bank account in the UAE 2026 as an expat: documents, best banks, minimum balances, digital banks and tips to avoid fees.
Saudi Tourism Spending Hits Record $81 Billion as 123 Million Visitors Arrive in 2025
Saudi Arabia tourism record: 123 million visitors spent SR304bn ($81bn) in 2025, cementing tourism as a top Vision 2030 growth engine.
Gold Rates Across the GCC 2026: How Dubai, Saudi, Qatar and Kuwait Prices Compare
GCC gold rates 2026 explained: how daily prices are set, karats, making charges and VAT compared across Dubai, Saudi, Qatar and Kuwait.
Kuwait 2026-2027 Budget Backs KD3bn Push on 117 New Projects Despite Record Deficit
Kuwait's 2026-2027 budget lifts capital spending to KD3bn for 117 new projects, even as the deficit widens to KD9.8bn on softer oil.
AED, SAR and QAR Exchange Rates 2026: How Gulf Currencies Are Pegged and What It Means for You
How AED, SAR, QAR and other Gulf currencies are pegged to the US dollar in 2026, and what the pegs mean for expat remittances and exchange rates.
Qatar Airways Adds 26 Destinations for Summer 2026, Pushing Network Past 160 Cities
Qatar Airways is adding 26 destinations for summer 2026, lifting its network past 160 cities after a record QAR 7.08bn annual profit.
UAE Petrol and Diesel Prices July 2026: Fuel Rates Drop Sharply Across All Grades
UAE petrol prices July 2026: Super 98, Special 95, E-Plus 91 and diesel all fall sharply from July 1. See the new per-litre rates and what they mean.
Bahrain Attracts Record $1.8 Billion in FDI as Fintech and Financial Services Lead Growth
Bahrain FDI hits a record $1.8 billion across 99 projects, set to create 7,400+ jobs, as fintech and financial services lead the kingdom's growth toward 2026.
Oman Launches $2.4 Billion in New Projects to Kick Off Vision 2040’s Next Phase
The Oman Vision 2040 investment drive launches $2.4 billion in tourism, manufacturing and digital projects, creating 1,850+ jobs as the 2026-2030 plan begins.
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.
