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Americans still prefer banks over crypto for financial access, CoinDesk's survey shows
A recent survey by CoinDesk reveals that a majority of Americans still prefer traditional banks over cryptocurrencies for their financial needs. The study found that 72% of respondents trust banks more for savings and tr...
ADES signs SAR 347.6M offshore rig contract in Nigeria
ADES Holding Co., a Saudi-based oilfield services firm, has secured a SAR 347.6 million ($92.7 million) contract with Nigeria’s Seplat Energy for its jack-up rig, Shelf Drilling Victory. The two-year firm-term agreement...
U.S. voters don't trust Trump administration to oversee crypto sector, CoinDesk poll finds
A recent CoinDesk poll reveals that a significant majority of U.S. voters distrust the Trump administration's ability to regulate the cryptocurrency sector effectively. The survey found that 68% of respondents believe Tr...
First Avenue signs mixed-use development contract in Riyadh
First Avenue for Real Estate Development Co. has signed a 24-month development contract with the North Star Real Estate Fund to build a mixed-use project on a 10,442 sqm plot in Riyadh's Al Arid district. The project, lo...
A light Economic and event calendar in Asia - China and Japan markets on holiday
This week's Asian economic calendar is light due to public holidays in Japan and China. Japan will observe Greenery Day on May 4, Children's Day on May 5, and a Constitution Memorial Day holiday on May 6. China will also...
WTTC: Saudi tourism growth beats global, regional rates
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) reported in its 2025 Economic Impact Report that Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector outperformed global and regional growth rates. The Kingdom’s tourism economy contributed $178 billi...
Fuutura Outlines Architecture Built for the Cross-Border Stablecoin Corridors the IMF Now Tracks
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called for stricter regulatory oversight of cross-border stablecoin flows to emerging markets in its April 2026 Global Financial Stability Report. In response, blockchain infrast...
Home loans to individuals down 50% in March
Residential mortgages granted to individuals in Saudi Arabia fell sharply by 50% year-on-year to SAR 4.19 billion in March 2026, the lowest level since April 2023. Data from the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) revealed 6,400 m...
Policy Summit and other things at Consensus 2026: State of Crypto
The Consensus 2026 Policy Summit, a major global event in the cryptocurrency industry, will focus on shaping regulatory frameworks, technological advancements, and market adoption strategies for digital assets. Key topic...
SAL’s shipment flows minimally impacted by regional unrest: CEO
SAL Saudi Logistics Services Co. reported that regional disruptions had minimal impact on its shipment flows, with operations recovering swiftly by mid-March. CEO Omar Talal Hariri highlighted the company's resilient Q1...
Fed’s Kashkari warns Iran war raises inflation risks, rate cuts uncertain
Federal Reserve Governor Neel Kashkari has warned that a potential war with Iran could significantly increase inflation risks, complicating the central bank's ability to cut interest rates. Kashkari emphasized that geopo...
Bupa Arabia plans 40% dividend for 2025
Bupa Arabia, a leading healthcare provider in the Gulf, announced plans to increase its dividend payout ratio to 40% in 2025, up from 30% in 2024. The company cited strong operational performance and improved profitabili...
Exclusive: Syria relies on Russia's oil despite pivot to the West - Reuters
Syria continues to depend on Russian oil supplies despite recent diplomatic efforts to strengthen ties with Western nations. According to Reuters, the Syrian government has maintained its reliance on Russian crude oil to...
Build Station slips to all-time low
Marketing Home Group for Trading (Build Station) shares fell to their lowest level since their market debut on May 3, according to data from Argaam. The stock closed at SAR43.00, marking a 49% decline year-to-date compar...
Kashkari says Iran war limits Fed’s ability to provide rate guidance
Federal Reserve Governor Neel Kashkari stated that the potential for conflict with Iran is constraining the central bank's ability to provide clear forward guidance on interest rates. Kashkari emphasized that geopolitica...
OPEC+ decides to raise output by 188,000 bpd in June
The OPEC+ alliance, comprising seven member nations including Saudi Arabia and Russia, announced a decision to increase oil production by 188,000 barrels per day (bpd) starting in June 2024. This adjustment represents a...
SADAFCO expects steady performance on persisting demand, focuses on volumes: CEO
Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Co. (SADAFCO) CEO Patrick Stillhart highlighted the company’s stable performance in Q1 2026, driven by sustained demand in core categories and growth in e-commerce, food service, and export cha...
Tadawul: 3 stocks notch 52-week highs
Three stocks listed on the Tadawul All Share Index (TASI) reached 52-week highs on May 3, reflecting strong investor confidence. ADES (Al Khaleej for Engineering and Contracting) surged to SAR 19.94, Luberef climbed to S...
AMAK sees stronger Q2 2026
Al Masane Al Kobra Mining Co. (AMAK) has reported a 9% year-on-year increase in net profit to SAR 60.1 million for Q1 2026, driven by higher prices for gold, copper, zinc, and silver, as well as reduced variable costs fr...
Tadawul announces Eid Al-Adha holiday dates
The Saudi Exchange (Tadawul) has announced the Eid Al-Adha holiday schedule for 2025. Trading will end on Thursday, May 21, with the holiday period starting on Sunday, May 24. Markets will resume operations on Sunday, Ma...