Saudi Arabia’s digital payments sector drives Vision 2030 goals
In this Market Profile video, we explore how Saudi Arabia‘s rapidly evolving financial technology (fintech) sector, anchored by Vision 2030, is accelerating the Kingdom’s digital transformation. A newImpact Reportby Oxford Business Group, produced in partnership withHyperPay, spotlights how the rise of digital payments is boosting business efficiency, expanding financial inclusion, an
How Saudi Arabia is growing its cultural economy
In this Market Profile video, Oxford Business Group, in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Development Fund, introduces the Saudi Arabia Cultural Market Outlook 2025 report – a comprehensive study exploring the Kingdom’s rapidly growing cultural economy, its market potential, and the vast investment opportunities it offers. The video spotlights the pivotal role of the Cultural Deve
How Oman drives sustainable growth beyond oil
In this Growth Perspectives video, OBG highlights Oman’s growth in non-oil and gas segments. The Gulf region is undergoing a major economic transformation, shifting away from hydrocarbons dependence toward diversified, sustainable growth. Oman exemplifies this shift with strategic investment in emerging sectors like tourism, logistics and green hydrogen, guided by Oman Vision 2040. Backed b
Oman’s tourism and hospitality sectors undergo transformative growth
In this Growth Perspectives video, OBG highlights the transformative growth of Oman’s tourism and hospitality sectors, and the key factors driving it. As the sultanate sets its sights on attracting 11m tourists annually by 2040, the tourism and hospitality sectors have opened up and major improvements made to key infrastructure. Oman has promoted key non-oil sectors like tourism and positio
Mukesh Thakwani, CEO, B5 Plus Group, Unlocking Ghana’s potential through value-added manufacturing
In this Global Platform video, Mukesh Thakwani, CEO, B5 Plus Group, discusses the progress within Ghana’s steel industry, with local iron ore deposits helping to address raw material shortages and improve steel production quality. Value-added steel manufacturing in the country is set to drive industrialisation;, create jobs; and expand into key sectors like automotive, construction and oil and gas.
Oman’s transport transformation: Building a regional logistics powerhouse
In this Growth Perspectives video, OBG highlights the accelerated transformation of Oman’s transport sector. Anchored by Oman Vision 2040, the sector contributed 7% to GDP in 2023, with aims to surpass 10% by 2040. Key investment totalling OR2.5bn from 2021-25 is enhancing efficiency, connectivity and non-oil exports. Sohar, Duqm and Salalah ports are regionally competitive, each playing a
Naser Gadad, General Manager, AlSahl Group Holding
In this Global Platform video, Naser Gadad, General Manager, AlSahl Group Holding, talks about the factors driving Libya’s economic progress. The country’s recovery is gaining momentum, supported by rising oil production and political stability. Growth is expected across six key sectors, with the private sector playing a vital role in diversification and job creation. Construction is crucial
The growing role of non-bank financing as a catalyst for Oman’s private sector growth
As Oman pushes forward with its Vision 2040 agenda, alternative financing mechanisms — from leasing and factoring to private equity and capital markets — are helping to diversify funding channels, support SMEs, and reduce pressure on traditional banking. This evolution isn’t just about financial innovation — it’s about enabling entrepreneurship, investment, and a more resilient economy. OBG’s
