Oman Witnesses A Surging Demand for Postpaid Mobile and Internet Subscriptions

In a remarkable shift, Oman’s telecommunications sector has experienced a surge in postpaid mobile and internet subscriptions, signaling a change in consumer preferences and a rising demand for data usage. With an impressive growth of nearly 24% in postpaid mobile subscribers and a corresponding 9.3% increase in prepaid subscribers, telecom operators have quickly adapted to this evolving landscape. As Oman embraces the digital era, the expansion of international internet bandwidth capacity and the robust growth of domestic telecom giants like Omantel and Ooredoo Oman paint a promising picture for the future.
Global Pension Systems Ill-Prepared to Deal with Demographic Changes

Life expectancy has declined in many countries due to COVID-19 pandemic, but pensions systems across the world has remained ill-prepared to deal with demographic changes as the ageing of societies continues to accelerate, according to a new report from Allianz.
Annual Investment Meeting Highlights Digital Transformation, Financial Inclusion and Sustainable Finance in the Arab World

Abu Dhabi, UAE, May 2023: The 12th edition of The Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) hosted interactive and insightful discussions on digital transformation, financial inclusion and sustainable finance in the Arab world at the “Future Finance Forum,” which took place at the Sustainability Room of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre. The opening ceremony featured welcome […]
Mobile Sector Adds $5.2 Trillion to Global Economy

Mobile technologies and services generated 5% of global GDP, a contribution that amounted to $5.2 trillion of economic value added. The greatest benefits came from productivity effects, which reached $3.5 trillion, followed by mobile operators, which generated $650 billion.
299 IPOs Raise $21.5 Billion in Global Markets in Q1-2023

The global markets witnessed as many as 299 Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) raising $21.5 billion in Q1-2023 owing to interest rate rises, a lukewarm stock market, entrenched inflation, and unexpected global banking industry turbulence.
The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) announced its commitment to sustainable tourism at Annual Investment Meeting

The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has announced their commitment to sustainable growth through the power of government and investment in the tourism industry. In the same context, they hosted a forum at the 12th edition of Annual Investment Meeting that focused on Investing in People – Investing in Planet – Investing in Prosperity’.
Global Pension Systems Ill-Prepared to Deal with Demographic Changes

Life expectancy has declined in many countries due to COVID-19 pandemic, but pensions systems across the world has remained ill-prepared to deal with demographic changes as the ageing of societies continues to accelerate, according to a new report from Allianz.
Shell makes record $40 bln profit in tumultuous 2022

Shell delivered a record $40 billion profit in 2022, the energy giant said on Thursday, capping a tumultuous year in which a surge in energy prices after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine allowed it to hand shareholders unprecedented returns.
IBM cuts 3,900 jobs, misses annual cash target

IBM Corp on Wednesday announced 3,900 layoffs as part of some asset divestments and missed its annual cash target, dampening cheer around beating revenue expectations in the fourth quarter.
Swatch positive on recovery in luxury demand from China

Swatch Group shares hit their highest level in nearly two-and-a-half years on Tuesday after the world’s biggest watchmaker said it expected a recovery in luxury demand from China.