Global Finance

APRIL 3, 2025

compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2023 to 2030, according to consultancy Grand View Research. Morocco is slated to co-host the 2030 soccer World Cup (with Portugal and Spain), with Saudi Arabia following four years later, nearly on the heels of the 2022 edition in Qatar. the same year, according to the World Bank.

Marketability 96

Marketability Start-ups Finance Banking 96

Global Finance

APRIL 3, 2025

In the final stretch of its Vision 2030 development blueprint, Saudi Arabia is counting on FDI to play a bigger role. Initially expected to be taken up by 540 companies by 2030, the kingdom surpassed this goal within the first year. The clock is ticking for Saudi Arabia. Those in charge, however, remain positive.

Start-ups 64

Start-ups Private Equity Firm Finance Equity 64

Global Finance

APRIL 3, 2025

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) remains the Gulf regions powerhouse; in 2024 alone, over 260 banking and capital market firms, 410 wealth and asset management companies (including 75 hedge funds), and 125 insurance and reinsurance firms established offices there. Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, is closing the gap, however.

Start-ups 72

Start-ups Finance Banking Marketability 72

Global Finance

MARCH 26, 2025

Major global banks and financial institutions are increasing their participation in the social bond market, strengthening the role of debt capital in addressing social challenges across the world. The transaction aligns with the banks Sustainability Bond Framework, which applies environmental and social standards across sensitive sectors.

Finance 102

Finance Banking Marketability Corporate Finance 102

IVSC

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Nicholas brings three decades of capital markets, corporate finance and valuation experience and will lead the IVSC’s growth across the region, with a focus on business valuation and intangibles. The IVSC is delighted to announce the appointment of Nicolas Konialidis as its new Asia Director, based in Singapore.

Intangible Assets 130

Intangible Assets Corporate Finance Finance Banking 130