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GCC IPO+ Watch - Q1 2025
Challenging macroeconomic backdrop. Slow start to the year for GCC IPOs. Diverse mix of companies coming to market in Q1. Caution amongst potential issues expected.

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Saudi Arabia is emerging as a global leader in motorsports - merging AI, sustainability and cutting-edge engineering. Its bold investments are redefining global mobility and performance innovation.
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As the world grapples with increasingly complex global challenges, exploring SBT and its benefits is crucial for the private and public sectors. Government initiatives across the GCC, such as Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the UAE's Vision 2050, are placing sustainability at the forefront of their economic diversification plans. Since the launch of Vision 2030 in 2016, Saudi Arabia has undergone a significant transformation, and as it enters the third phase of this journey, the focus has shifted toward sustainability, digital transformation and long-term growth - prioritising high-impact outcomes, sustainable practices and technological innovation1. This phase emphasises the need to align socio-economic goals with environmental sustainability, while leveraging digital solutions to ensure efficient execution.
Challenging macroeconomic backdrop. Slow start to the year for GCC IPOs. Diverse mix of companies coming to market in Q1. Caution amongst potential issues expected.
Saudi Arabia is emerging as a global leader in motorsports - merging AI, sustainability and cutting-edge engineering. Its bold investments are redefining global mobility and performance innovation.
As the world grapples with increasingly complex global challenges, exploring SBT and its benefits is crucial for the private and public sectors. Government initiatives across the GCC, such as Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the UAE's Vision 2050, are placing sustainability at the forefront of their economic diversification plans. Since the launch of Vision 2030 in 2016, Saudi Arabia has undergone a significant transformation, and as it enters the third phase of this journey, the focus has shifted toward sustainability, digital transformation and long-term growth - prioritising high-impact outcomes, sustainable practices and technological innovation1. This phase emphasises the need to align socio-economic goals with environmental sustainability, while leveraging digital solutions to ensure efficient execution.
The Middle East has experienced a swift trajectory of emerging technologies over the past few years, driven by increasing recognition of their potential to foster a culture of innovation and connectivity, as well as contributing to global competitiveness and economic diversification. This report explores the concepts that will dominate the technology landscape’s conversations in 2025, and offers a glimpse into the success stories of emerging technologies in the Middle East. It also emphasises the importance of organisations establishing their own research and development teams to secure a competitive edge and stay ahead of the curve.
The Middle East’s sports industry is growing fast. Governments and investors are backing major events, building new stadiums, and expanding grassroots programs. With Saudi Arabia set to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup and investments in Esports, women’s sports, and digital fan experiences on the rise, the region is shaping the future of sports.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is rapidly advancing in healthcare innovation and the adoption of cutting-edge medical technologies, embracing AI-driven diagnostics, precision medicine, and the use of advanced medical devices.
Egypt experienced a strong rebound after a series of macroeconomic challenges in 2023, with a significant increase from 97 deals to 120 in 2024, marking a 23.7% year-on-year growth - the highest in the Middle East. Although this level is lower than the peak levels seen in 2022, the current surge can be partly...
The Middle East is rapidly becoming a data centre powerhouse, with capacity in the region projected to triple, from 1GW in 2024 to 3.3GW over the next five years.
Doha, Qatar: Qatar is looking ahead to an era of transformation and growth, guided by Third National Development Strategy ( NDS-3). The journey has been remarkable, from being a predominantly hydrocarbon-based economy to now standing on the cusp of a diversified and knowledge-based one, said an official.
As Saudi Arabia positions itself at the forefront of regional change through Vision 2030, organisations are facing unprecedented pressure to scale and transform rapidly. With these ambitions in mind, managed services have emerged as a critical enabler. This article explores how they drive innovation, speed, and...