BankDhofar is promoting its flexible Retirement Saving Plan, offering up to 5% interest and starting from just RO 10 monthly, to help Omanis and expatriates build a secure financial future.
The total assets of commercial banks operating in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries rose by 10 percent in 2024, reaching approximately $3.5 trillion, according to the latest data released by the Gulf Statistical Centre.
OQ Exploration and Production (OQEP) has disclosed that the Ministry of Energy and Minerals has granted a further six-month extension to Phase 1 of the Block 47 Exploration and Production Sharing Agreement (EPSA).
The project is spearheaded by Afouq Developments, led by Chairperson Dr. Siham Al Harthy, in partnership with Egypt’s Prime Group, headed by CEO Mahmoud Farrag.
LOT, the value shop, has opened its seventh outlet in Falaj Al Qabail, Sohar, expanding affordable retail offerings across Oman.
This milestone reflects the bank’s alignment with Oman Vision 2040, which emphasizes cultivating capable Omani leaders to drive the national economy.
Meethaq Islamic Banking offers Sharia’a-compliant Education Finance with up to RO 16,000 coverage and flexible 10-year repayment plans to support students and families across Oman.
Renaissance Services joined ESO’s ‘Strides for Nature’ charity run at Qurum Beach, with employees and families participating to support conservation efforts and highlight the company’s commitment to sustainability and community engagement.
Sohar Port and Freezone has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable development and community empowerment through the successful implementation of 11 corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives during the first half of 2025.
Over 600 traders gather at Shangri-La for Milano’s annual dealers’ event as the brand strengthens presence amid real estate boom.
The Muscat Clearing and Depository Company (MCDC) has approved draft rules regulating its clearing and depository operations, aligning them with its core services to clients and investors on the Muscat Stock Exchange.
The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) regained momentum last week after a brief dip, with local investment funds and institutions driving buying activity that lifted the main index by 41 points to close at 5,123.
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