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MUSCAT: By August 2025, total credit from conventional banks in Oman grew by 7.3%, supporting private sector growth. Private sector

Banks in the Gulf region showed strong performance in H1 2025, with improved profitability and asset quality, despite tighter liquidity.

The GCC travel and tourism sector contributed $247.1B to GDP in 2024, up 31.9% since 2019, and is projected to

The travel and tourism sector's added value to the GCC's GDP reached $247.1 billion by 2024, up 31.9% since 2019.

President Donald Trump’s tariff policies are slowing global growth, increasing uncertainty, and curbing investment and trade. The U.S. economy is

The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) has released its 2025 Financial Stability Report, highlighting resilience and adaptability in the financial

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter point, indicating more reductions are likely this year. This move addresses

Total cargo handled at Sohar Port and Freezone reached about 34 million metric tonnes in H1 2025, reflecting significant investments

The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion held a national workshop in Muscat on Sept 8 to boost Oman's

Oman Future Fund, part of Oman Investment Authority, launched a lending portfolio for SMEs, offering quick financial solutions with flexible

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