Diwali 2026: UAE shoppers turn to lighter gold jewellery as prices remain high
Despite easing prices, residents are keeping a closer eye on their budgets as they shop for gold this festive season
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Saudi business sector revenues rise 2.3% to SR5.63 trillion in 2025
Saudi Arabia's business sector operating revenues increased by 2.3 percent to SR5.628 trillion in 2025, while employee compensation rose by 6 percent to SR624.1 billion, according to the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT).
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Saudi Arabia’s services exports rise 6.9% to SR251.7 billion in 2025
Saudi Arabia's services exports increased by 6.9 percent to SR251.7 billion in 2025, supported by a 4.1 percent rise in travel services exports, according to the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT).
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ECB President Christine Lagarde resigns after months of speculation | The National
The financial institution is seeking to prevent an oil-price shock linked to the Iran war