Tag: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia taps French bank to expand local debt market

RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Finance and the National Debt Management Center have signed an agreement appointing France’s Societe Generale as a primary dealer for...

Startup Wrap: Saudi Arabia leads MENA startup funding in H1 with $1.34bn raised

Regional firms secure $2.1 billion through 334 deals in the first half of 2025 RIYADH: Saudi Arabia emerged as the Middle East and North Africa’s...

Saudi Arabia posts 4 years of VC growth despite global slowdown: report 

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia achieved four consecutive years of growth in venture capital relative to its economy, a feat unmatched among its peers, according to...

Foreign startup registrations in Saudi Arabia rise 118% 

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Investment has granted 550 foreign new ventures the Startup Investment Registration, known as the Riyadi license, as of mid-2025, marking...

500+ Fintech Licenses in Saudi Arabia: Is the Kingdom Overregulating or Building the Next Global Fintech Hub?

In 2025, Saudi Arabia's fintech scene is booming — but not without careful regulation. Over 500 fintech licenses have been issued by the Saudi...

Saudi Arabia raises $1.34bn through July sukuk issuance

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s National Debt Management Center raised SR5.02 billion ($1.34 billion) through its riyal-denominated sukuk issuance for July, marking a sharp 113.6 percent...

Saudi Arabia opens July Sah sukuk subscription with 4.88% annual return

Sukuk reflects ongoing efforts to promote financial inclusion Product offers secure, fee-free investment avenue with stable, government-guaranteed returns RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has launched the July subscription...

How AI is transforming Saudi businesses, from homegrown startups to global creative agencies

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the landscape for small businesses, offering innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, creativity, and competitiveness. As technology evolves, many entrepreneurs are...

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Dubai unveils new $410m economic support package for businesses 

Dubai approved a new 1.5 billion dirham ($410 million)...