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Wednesday . September 2, 2026

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S&P affirms Jordan at ‘BB-/B’ as trade rerouting boosts resilience

S&P affirms Jordan at ‘BB-/B’ as trade rerouting boosts resilience

By Arab News30 August 2026

Saudi Islamic banks hold 76% of sector’s assets, led by Vision 2030: S&P

Saudi Islamic banks hold 76% of sector’s assets, led by Vision 2030: S&P

By Arab News21 July 2026

Deposit growth in Saudi banks supports lending, reduces need for bonds: Riyad Bank

Deposit growth in Saudi banks supports lending, reduces need for bonds: Riyad Bank

By Asharq Bloomberg18 May 2026

Abu Dhabi, Qatar ratings affirmed on resilient fiscal positions

Abu Dhabi, Qatar ratings affirmed on resilient fiscal positions

By Arab News3 May 2026

Middle East conflict could test sukuk legal contracts: S&P

Middle East conflict could test sukuk legal contracts: S&P

By Arab News14 April 2026

S&P Global affirms Egypt’s ‘B/B’ ratings; outlook stable

S&P Global affirms Egypt’s ‘B/B’ ratings; outlook stable

By Arab News12 April 2026

Oman rating affirmed at BBB- by S&P as fiscal buffers offset Gulf risks

Oman rating affirmed at BBB- by S&P as fiscal buffers offset Gulf risks

By Arab News29 March 2026

GCC insurers seen as resilient as capital buffers offset war risks: S&P Global

GCC insurers seen as resilient as capital buffers offset war risks: S&P Global

By Arab News18 March 2026

Gulf banks resilient for now, but prolonged conflict raises risks: S&P Global

Gulf banks resilient for now, but prolonged conflict raises risks: S&P Global

By Arab News17 March 2026

Middle East sustainable bond issuance to hit $25bn in 2026: S&P Global

Middle East sustainable bond issuance to hit $25bn in 2026: S&P Global

By Arab News17 February 2026

GCC corporates poised for rating stability in 2026: S&P

GCC corporates poised for rating stability in 2026: S&P

By Arab News11 February 2026

UAE PMI rises to 11-month high as new orders jump: S&P Global

UAE PMI rises to 11-month high as new orders jump: S&P Global

By Arab News4 February 2026