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May 1, 2019The acceptance of Saudi Arabia's stock exchange into the MSCI Emerging Markets Index marks the progress of its capital markets.
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Market keeps faith with Saudi commitment to reform
May 1, 2019As Saudi Arabia moves towards its Vision 2030 goals, the business community remains optimistic that reform is inevitable, if slower than hoped.
The Banker's Top 100 African Banks ranking 2019: a brighter picture
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Kuwait central banker finds fine balance between prudence and innovation
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Kuwait builds on its regional ambitions
April 1, 2019Kuwait is oil-rich, has an enviable geopolitical location and a well-developed financial sector. James King assesses its ambitions to become a serious regional player in the Middle East.
Banking sector bring clarity to Kuwait's vision
April 1, 2019Kuwait's 2035 Vision is based around the country becoming a regional finance heavyweight. Now its banks are moving apace to make that a reality, with healthy bottom lines and innovative approaches to lending, retail and fintech. James King reports.
FTSE emerging market listing shows Kuwait means business
April 1, 2019Recent moves to improve Kuwait's capital markets have won the country a place on the FTSE Russell emerging markets list and boosted its international profile.
Kuwait's Islamic finance sector takes off
April 1, 2019Moves by Kuwait's central bank to sharpen regulation, improve liquidity and encourage greater take-up of fintech have nurtured the development of the country's Islamic finance sector.