AI misinformation and the value of trusted news
Artificial intelligence tools can now produce highly realistic text, images, and videos at almost no cost, prompting concerns that the proliferation of fabricated content may
Dubai’s VFS Global seeks $2bln in term loans to refinance debt
The facility will consist of USD and euro loans. VFS Global, the Zurich and Dubai headquartered provider of outsourced visa and consular services, is looking
GCC bank debt issuances top $60bln in 2025, to remain strong in 2026: Fitch
GCC lenders account for 30% of USD issuances by EM banks this year. Debt issuances by banks in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are set
Arab Energy Fund announces $600mln issuance with competitive pricing
The transaction represents the fourth successful public benchmark issuance completed by TAEF in 2025. MENA-focused The Arab Energy Fund (TAEF), formerly known as APICORP, recently
Gold uptrend intact, but due for correction before topping $4,000 in 2026
Spot gold was trading around $3,680 per ounce on Tuesday after hitting a record $3,689.27 earlier in the session. Gold’s stellar rally to successive record
Saudi’s Bank AlJazira prices $500mln, non-call 5.5-year sukuk
The final orderbook is in excess of $1.65bln, excluding JLM interest. Saudi Arabia’s Bank AlJazira, rated A3 (stable) / A-(stable) by Moody’s and Fitch, has
TotalEnergies launches final phase of $27bln Iraq energy project
The project aims to boost Iraq’s oil, gas and power production, reduce imports from neighbouring Iran and lure back foreign investors. French oil major TotalEnergies
$488.6mln battery project to help Oman achieve green energy goals
The investment will be implemented in phases over four to six years. The first phase alone is valued over OMR73 million. With a project investment
Oman Investment Authority launches Energy Transition Fund
The presence of Templewater in Muscat will also support knowledge transfer, training opportunities, and capacity building for Omani talent in priority sectors. Oman Investment Authority
Soybeans fall on absent China demand; corn down on record crop
Corn fell on forecasts of a record large U.S. harvest, wheat firmed ahead of a U.S. interest rate decision. Chicago soybeans fell on Monday, as
