An update on the great reallocation in US supply chain trade
The era of hyperglobalisation has given way to a more fractured trade policy landscape. This column uses detailed US import data over 2013-2025 to analyse
When broadband comes to banks: Credit supply, market structure, and information acquisition
Banks have long relied upon cutting-edge technologies to deliver products and improve efficiency, but there is limited evidence on the impact of fast internet on
Stablecoins could put competitive pressure on monetary frameworks, IMF official says at Davos
Some analysts have raised concerns that the growth of dollar-backed stablecoins could suck deposits out of banks in emerging economies. The IMF’s first deputy managing
Davos: Aramco CEO says oil glut predictions are exaggerated
Oil prices have traded above $60 per barrel for most of 2025 with analysts predicting a decline in 2026. Global oil glut predictions are seriously
Qatar, Canada sign deal to establish joint committee for economic, trade, and technical cooperation
This memorandum aims to strengthen the bilateral partnership and develop institutional cooperation mechanisms between the two countries. Qatar and Canada signed a memorandum of understanding
Intra-GCC tourism sees growth of 51.2%
This performance reflects a recovery that surpasses pre-pandemic levels, driven by expanded air connectivity, visa facilitation and a diversification of tourism products. International tourism revenues
Britain needs ‘AI stress tests’ for financial services, lawmakers say
UK financial firms heavily reliant on US tech giants for AI services. Britain’s financial watchdogs are not doing enough to stop artificial intelligence from harming
VIDEO: S&P Global rules out housing oversupply in UAE for 2026, 2027
New housing units slated for completion in the UAE in 2026-2027 are expected to be absorbed by the country’s currently strong population growth, limitin g
India, UAE sign $3bln LNG deal, agree to boost trade and defence ties at leaders’ meeting
ADNOC Gas signs 10-year LNG deal with India’s HPCL. India signed a $3 billion deal on Monday to buy liquefied natural gas from the United
Bonds bonanza: Region’s issuers front-load deals amid rising uncertainty
Iran is one among many global uncertainties that could cause spreads to widen sharply. Saudi Arabia and the UAE led a wave of regional entities
