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Economic growth in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries is projected to gain momentum, with average expansion forecasted at 3.7% in 2024, rising to 4.5% in 2025, according to projections by the GCC Statistical Center (GCC-Stat) in Muscat. The growth is expected to moderate slightly to 3.5% in 2026, primarily...

The digital content landscape in Pakistan has experienced significant growth, with internet and social media usage expanding rapidly. As of January 2024, Pakistan had 111 million internet users, representing an internet penetration rate of 45.7% as per datareportal.com. Additionally, there were 71.7 million social media users, accounting for 29.5% of...

Be honest. Did you buy someone a journal as a holiday gift this year? Or did you get one as a gift yourself?   There’s just something about the holiday season. With high emotions and old memories floating in the air, coupled with the looming thought of a brand new...

In the early days of 2006, Aer Arann had an incredibly committed staff and was an amazing place to work. We had grown very big, very quickly. I was working all the hours God would give me, but because of the wonderful atmosphere in the place, I didn’t realize just...

Seplat Energy is set to breathe new life into Nigeria’s dormant oil wells following its successful acquisition of ExxonMobil’s onshore oil and gas assets. The initiative aims to significantly bolster the company’s production capacity across the region. The company’s Chief Operating Officer, Samson Ezugworie, shared that their immediate objectives include...

Guido Dalessi, the CEO of Dutch long-duration electricity storage company Elestor, will conclude his tenure at the end of 2024. Hylke van Bennekom, currently the Chief Operations Officer (COO), will assume the role of CEO starting January 1, 2025. Dalessi expressed confidence in the leadership transition, stating that he leaves...

Al Ula in Saudi Arabia is redefining luxury travel in the Middle East. With an intriguing blend of history, adventure, and indulgence, this historic Saudi Arabian city is a must-visit destination for travel enthusiasts, luxury seekers, cultural explorers, and anyone looking for an unforgettable experience. Tucked away in the middle...

In today’s digital-first economy, hyper-growth businesses face relentless challenges in scaling their operations and maintaining reliable digital infrastructure. As demand surges, these companies require hosting solutions that can match their agility and growth trajectory. Carrie Wheeler, President of Liquid Web, highlights how VPS (Virtual Private Server) hosting meets the needs...

UBS Group AG has announced organizational changes within its U.S. wealth management unit as part of its strategy to boost profitability in a key market for its growth ambitions. According to an internal memo from U.S. Country President Rob Karofsky and Michael Camacho, head of U.S. wealth management, the firm...

Robert Hale, the owner of Granite Telecommunications and co-founder of FoxRock Properties, has achieved a net worth of $5.4 billion, securing his position as the 553rd richest person in the world. This marks an improvement from his 568th ranking the previous year. Hale ranks as the sixth richest individual in...