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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.
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, its integration across industries worldwide is driving a profound transformation in business operations and strategy. The integration of AI represents a fundamental shift in how organisations approach decision-making, improve customer experiences, and optimise operational efficiency.
Qatar is rapidly advancing its transition to electric mobility (eMobility), aligning with its National Vision 2030 (QNV 2030) and the Third National Development Strategy (NDS-3), which emphasises on sustainability, economic diversification and a technology-driven growth. As a key driver of this transformation, the Ministry of Transport is playing a pivotal role in steering the country towards a sustainable mobility future. The country’s Electric Vehicle Strategy 2021 has set ambitious targets, including EVs comprising 10% of total vehicle sales by 20301 and the rapid deployment of EV infrastructure to support a zero-emission transportation future.
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.
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...