Seef Properties Signs Agreement with BNET to Deploy Fiber Network
Seef Properties has announced the signing of a strategic agreement with Bahrain Network (BNET) to implement an integrated Fiber infrastructure project as part of the comprehensive redevelopment of Seef Mall – Seef District.
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BisB Broadens Property Finance Access for Bahraini and GCC Nationals Working Across the Region
Bahrain Islamic Bank (BisB), the leading provider of innovative Islamic financial solutions for simplifying money matters in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has expanded its property finance offering to eligible Bahraini citizens and nationals of other GCC countries working acros...
Al Baraka Group and Al Baraka Islamic Bank Organises Entrepreneurship Master Class Programme
Al Baraka Group and Al Baraka Islamic Bank - Bahrain have organised an interactive entrepreneurship master class programme for the children of employees, in collaboration with INJAZ Bahrain. This initiative underscores the Group and Bank’s dedication to supporting education, empow...
DANAT Names Safa Abdul Khaliq as CEO
The Bahrain Institute for Pearls and Gemstones (DANAT) has appointed Safa Sharif Abdul Khaliq as Chief Executive Officer, effective August 31.
Abdul Khaliq succeeds Noora Abdulrahman Jamsheer ...
Oil Prices Retreat as Investors Await Iran Sanctions Decision
TDT | Manama
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Global oil prices retreated as investors locked in profits following a multi-week rally and awaited details of anticipated US sanctions against Iran.
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Ministry and Bahrain Chamber Launch Campaign to Update Members’ Information
As part of their joint efforts to advance digital transformation and enhance services for the business sector, the Bahrain Chamber, in cooperation with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, has launched a national campaign to update members’ information. The initiative aims to establish an...
Al Salam Bank Appointed Joint Lead Manager and Bookrunner on Saudi Real Estate Refinance Company USD 2.75 Billion Sukuk Issuance
Al Salam Bank was appointed as Joint Lead Manager and Bookrunner on Saudi Real Estate Refinance Company’s (SRC) USD 2.75 billion dual-tranche international Sukuk issuance. The issuance, backed by the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PI...
Equal Opportunity, Bigger Horizons for Bahraini Women
Benefit Company has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting equal opportunities and supporting the advancement of Bahraini women as the Supreme Council for Women marks its silver jubilee.
Hessa Hussain, Executive Vice President of the Bahrain Credit Reference Bureau and Data Affairs an...
Masdar launches second UK battery storage project in Rochdale
35MW/70MWh facility can respond to changes in electricity demand within milliseconds and support grid stability
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar has started commercial operations at its second battery...
Volvo Cars Bahrain Lauches Its Boutique at Marassi Galleria
Volvo Cars Bahrain, operating under Motorcity Bahrain, has opened its boutique at Marassi Galleria, offering customers a convenient new destination to explore the brand's latest models and experience personalized consultations in a premium retail setting.
Located near Gate...
Alba Shapes the Next Generation Through Inspiring Summer Camp
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) reaffirmed its commitment to empowering future generations with the successful conclusion of the second batch of its annual Summer Camp, held in collaboration with INJAZ Bahrain from 16 to 20 August 2026 at the Alba Club.
The...
Al Baraka Group’s Net Income Rises to US$204 Million in the First Half of 2026, with Total Assets Growing to US$33 Billion
Al Baraka Group B.S.C. (C) announced its financial results for the second quarter and first half ended 30 June 2026, reaffirming its continued ability to deliver strong and sustainable growth across its financial and operational performance indicators, des...
Women Are Key Partners in Bahrain’s Development
The 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Supreme Council for Women represents an important national milestone highlighting the progress of Bahraini women and their growing role in sustainable development, said Muna Al Hashemi, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Bahrain E...
Women Driving Bahrain’s Financial Technology Growth
Benefit CEO highlights women’s contributions to digital payments, data, and financial technology
Bahraini women are playing an increasingly important role in the development of Bahrain...
$14.3 Trillion in Investor Assets Head to Riyadh
More than 1,000 investors representing over 900 firms and a combined $14.3 trillion in assets under management are expected in Riyadh for LEAP 2026, highlighting the Saudi capital’s growing role as a destination for glo...
Alibaba plans $10.2 billion Hong Kong share sale to fund AI expansion
Chinese tech giant says proceeds will support AI infrastructure and expand its global capabilities
Chinese technology giant Alibaba plans to raise HK$80 bi...
Noora Abdulrahman Jamsheer Named CEO of Synergy Shared Services
Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (“Mumtalakat”), the sovereign wealth fund of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announced today the appointment of Mrs Noora Abdulrahman Jamsheer as Chief Executive Officer of Synergy Shared Services Company WLL (“Synergy”), a Mumtalakat portfolio c...
Six EU countries urge windfall tax on energy firms
Six EU countries are stepping up calls for a bloc-wide windfall tax on oil companies as profits soar due to the Middle East war.
The finance ministers of Germany, Italy, Austria, Poland and Portugal, along with Spain's economy minister, sent the joint letter to Ireland's fi...
Panama Canal to reduce shipping over El Nino-fueled drought
AFP | Panama City
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The Panama Canal will cut the number of ships passing through it starting next month because o...
Trump announces temporary tariff relief on ground beef imports
TDT | Washington
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President Donald Trump announced yesterday the United States would allow tariff-free impor...
Bitcoin jumps, stocks bounce as traders weigh US Treasury action
AFP | London
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Bitcoin bounced and global stocks clawed back some of t...