Personalising media programming for Qatar’s consumers
On personalising programming to meet rising consumer expectations In 2025 how is the expansion in non-hydrocarbon activity shaping demand for outdoor media, live events and entertainment? IBRAHIM MOHAMMED HASSAN: The expansion of non-hydrocarbon sectors is supporting a more diversified, resilient economy, broadening the advertiser base. There is increased activity in retail, hospitality, financial…
The Saudi banking environment for small and medium-sized enterprises
On the role of banks in supporting SMEs in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia To what extent does the current macro backdrop translate into effective credit uptake by SMEs? Which risk-sharing tools can help convert demand into actual lending? HOMAM HASHEM: The current macroeconomic environment in Saudi Arabia, reflected in a non-oil Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) of 58.1 in March 2025, points to a…
Oman Design & Build Week (ODBW)
Oman's Largest Gathering for Design, Construction & Real Estate Oman Design & Build Week (ODBW) is Oman’s most prominent B2B exhibition and conference for the building construction, design and real estate industry. The 21th edition of ODBW, which includes Oman Design & Build Expo, Real Estate Conference and Oman Real Estate Expo, will take place on 11 - 13 May 2026 at the Oman Convention…
Saudi Arabia Economic Snapshot 2025
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Mana bin Mohamed Al Khamsan, CEO, The Financial Academy: InterviewOBGplus
Interview: Mana bin Mohamed Al Khamsan, CEO, The Financial Academy, on workforce upskilling, global standards and ethical growth How is the role of financial professional training evolving, particularly in the context of Vision 2030 and the Financial Sector Development Programme? MANA BIN MOHAMED AL KHAMSAN: As the financial industry evolves, professionals must continuously upskill and reskill to…
Ibrahim bin Hamad Al Rashid, CEO, SME Bank: InterviewOBGplus
Interview: Ibrahim bin Hamad Al Rashid, CEO, SME Bank, on small business growth, mergers, risk management and digital finance What does the Open Banking framework offer small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)? IBRAHIM BIN HAMAD AL RASHID: Open Banking offers SMEs a significant step forwards in transparency, access and informed decision-making. By enabling secure data sharing, it provides a real-time…
HRH Princess Lamia bint Majed Al Saud, Secretary-General, Alwaleed Philanthropies: InterviewOBGplus
Interview:HRH Princess Lamia bint Majed Al Saud, Secretary-General, Alwaleed Philanthropies, on the role of long-term incentives, partnerships and impact-focused funding Which levers are most effective in enabling philanthropy to help the non-profit sector reach Vision 2030’s target of contributing 5% to GDP? HRH PRINCESS LAMIA BINT MAJED AL SAUD:Reaching the Vision 2030 target requires…
Sarah Essam Al Muhaidib, Executive Director, Al Muhaidib Foundation: InterviewOBGplus
Interview:Sarah Essam Al Muhaidib, Executive Director, Al Muhaidib Foundation, on scaling investment for early-childhood change What are the most persistent gaps in early-childhood development programmes? SARAH ESSAM AL MUHAIDIB: One of the clearest gaps is the limited number of philanthropic actors operating in this space. While broader foundation landscape in the Kingdom is substantial, very…
