GCC Hiring Index Returns to Growth in Third Quarter
MUFG reports a 2% regional increase in Cooper Fitch’s index, with different outcomes across countries and sectors.
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Saudi Outlook Separates Oil Disruption From Non-Oil Resilience
Asharq Al Awsat reports an IMF forecast of contraction in 2026 followed by a rebound in 2027, subject to recovery conditions.
IMF Outlook Puts UAE 2027 Growth at 7.7%
The October outlook also discusses AI potential, with gains dependent on readiness and effective deployment.
Etihad Adds Nonstop Abu Dhabi-Calgary Link
The airline announces four weekly Boeing 787 services, adding a second Canadian destination alongside Toronto.
NBB Reports Sustainable Murabaha Above $50 Million
NBB and BisB combined their capabilities in a collateralised transaction linked to the group's ESG asset portfolio.
OIA Leads Plan for $500 Million Regional Fund
The proposed vehicle targets Central Asia and the Caucasus, with formal establishment expected in early November.