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QSE awaiting regulatory nod to launch 3 live ETFs

May 13, 2015--The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) yesterday said it is ready to launch three live exchange-traded funds (ETFs) any time but awaiting final clearance from the regulator.

"QSE offers a platform for ETFs and is working on three live projects. However, we are waiting on the runway for clearance from the control tower (the regulator) to take off and launch ETFs," the bourse's chief executive Rashid bin Ali al-Mansoori..

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Source: Gulf Times


Govt fixed income risk ETF from Asia borrower set for QSE listing

May 13, 2015--An exchange traded fund (ETF) based on government fixed income risk from an Asian borrower, which is among three such funds, is all set to be listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE), apart from new listings in the main as well as the junior bourse for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Moreover, efforts are on to establish an 'on-exchange' market for private companies (similar in concept to the recently announce Nasdaq model) and corporate bonds to complement the existing government and T-bills market.

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Source: Gulftimes.com


Saudi Arabia Likely to Be Classified as Emerging Market

May 7, 2015--Saudi Arabia, the Middle East's biggest economy, is likely to be classified as an emerging market following the opening of its $590 billion stock market to foreign investors in June, according to index compiler MSCI.

One of the last major markets globally to restrict foreign investments, Saudi Arabia this week issued rules that will govern international investors seeking direct exposure to some of the fastest-growing companies in the region.

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Source: Wall Street Journal


Saudi Arabia issues final rules ahead of foreign opening of Stock Exchange

MAy 5, 2015--Opening up it's Bourse to foreign investors, Saudi Arabia looks to strengthen the Saudi Capital market's position to become a leading market. In addition to increase the opportunities of raising its rating to be classified as an emerging market under global indices.

In a confirming report from Reuters, starting next month on June 15th (originally scheduled for April, foreign investors will be able to make direct purchases of Saudi stocks, the Saudi Capital Markets Authority (CMA) stated yesterday.

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Source: leaprate.com


IMF-Middle East Outlook Sees Modest Improvement, But Risks Remain

May 5, 2015--Steady growth in oil exporters despite oil price plunge, but they will need to curb spending
Higher growth expected in oil importers; spillovers from regional conflicts pose risk

Region needs structural, fiscal reforms to create jobs and lift growth

The Middle East and North Africa region is experiencing a modest economic recovery, despite the sharp drop in oil prices and deepening conflicts, the IMF says in its latest regional assessment.

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view The IMF Regional Economic Outlook Update, Middle East and Central Asia, May 2015

Source: IMF


Tadawul holds steady on Saudi reshuffle

April 29, 2015--Stock market shows muted reaction to

top-level government and Aramco changes

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Source: Meed


Egypt's growth reaches six per cent in H1

April 29, 2015--Egypt's economic indicators are good and growth rates have increased to about six per cent during the first half of the current fiscal year, says Finance Minister Hany Kadry.

Kadry says Egypt's fiscal policy aims at accelerating the economy, improving services and creating job opportunities, noting that citizens' needs still outweigh the financial resources available.

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Source: AME Info


Foreign, institutional investors buy AED 1.1bn shares in Dubai

April 27, 2015--Strong return of institutional investors contributed to the market revival,

prompting many stock prices to achieve significant growth rates.

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Source: AME Info


Analysis-Saudi Stock Market Update-Opening the Tadawul

April 19, 2015--On Thursday the Saudi Capital Market Authority announced the opening was set for June 15th and that final rules would be published on May 4th as reported by SUSTG.com.

The Jadwa Investment firm in Riyadh provides assessments and updates to Saudi economic conditions. Today they published an update to discuss the opening of the Saudi stock market, the Tawadul, to foreign investment.

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Source: Susris


Moody's Raises Egypt's Credit Rating, Says Economy Improved

April 7, 2015--Moody's Investor Service has upgraded Egypt's credit rating, saying macroeconomic performance has improved and external vulnerabilities have been reduced.

In a statement, it ranked Egypt at B3 on its scale-speculative and subject to high credit risk-with a stable outlook, an improvement from its previous classification of Caa1.

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Source: NY Times


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