gulf-economies
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680news.comGulf Sovereign Wealth Funds Spent Nearly $26 Billion in Three Months
Five major Gulf funds from Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar increased dealmaking activity from March through May. The spending occurred despite expectations that regional conflict would reduce investment.
SemaforQatar Investment Authority and General Atlantic Form $500 Million Partnership
Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund announced a $500 million investment with the U.S. private equity firm General Atlantic on May 12, 2026. The deal includes joint efforts to identify new investments and expand portfolio companies in the Middle East. The commitment comes as the closure…
dailywire.com36 Killed in US, Israeli and Iranian Strikes
Foreign workers in the Gulf and Israel face ongoing risks from the US-Israel-Iran conflict, with at least 36 killed since February 2026. A ceasefire announced in early April has not held, disrupting remittances vital to Asian economies. Workers like Mohammad Abdullah Al Mamun, ki…
Photo: Janosch Diggelmann / UnsplashTurkey Promotes Istanbul as Financial Hub Amid Iran War Effects on Gulf
Turkish officials are positioning Istanbul as a secure alternative for investors amid disruptions from the ongoing Iran war affecting Gulf economies. The government is preparing incentives to attract foreign capital, highlighting Turkey's stability under NATO protection. Experts…