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Anmat Technology for Trading received a SAR 36.9 million project award from the Saudi Ministry of Defense. The contract signing is set for July 18.
Future Vision for Health Training Co. shareholders approved a 100% capital increase to SAR 20 million via a bonus issue from the share premium account.
Accenture dropped 12% after Q3 revenue missed estimates and a Q4 outlook that came in below consensus. Consulting demand is slow, but outsourcing held up. The stock trades at 22x forward earnings.
Al Rumayyan says Aramco is exploring global storage facilities that would exceed its current infrastructure, signaling expansion of its logistics reach.
The Saudi Exchange halted trading in Alkhabeer Growth and Income Fund units effective June 18. The fund is set to delist on June 25, 2026, giving unit holders a year to adjust.
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Canada Life completed a £55m buy-in for an energy pension scheme, securing benefits for over 700 members. Aon led the deal with Eversheds Sutherland advising.
KEC secures SAR 150M Shariah-compliant facility from Riyad Bank, backed by land mortgages. The deal adds to a pattern of secured lending to Saudi developers.
Saudi Arabia jumped four spots to 13th in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook, driven by gains in infrastructure and regulatory efficiency. The milestone supports Vision 2030's goal of a top-10 ranking by 2030.
Wafrah shareholders approved a change to its capital increase spending plan. The stock barely moved. The company did not disclose the old or new allocation, leaving the market to guess at the logic.
KDL Logistics shareholders approved a 1.7% cash dividend for 2025 and authorized the board to pay interim dividends for 2026. The payout is based on par value.
SMC wins SAR 3.8B, 15-year contract to manage a 1,000-bed psychiatric hospital in Riyadh. Shares rose 2.5%. The deal adds long-term recurring revenue as Saudi Arabia expands mental health capacity under Vision 2030.
Payfuture's single-integration deal with APA gives clients direct access to local payment infrastructure in Africa, Asia and the Middle East without managing multiple banking relationships at each border.
Shareholders authorized semiannual or quarterly dividend payouts for 2026, giving the board discretion on timing. The move aligns with a more flexible capital return approach for the Saudi retailer.
Leejam Sports opened two Unaizah fitness centers on June 17. The company expects financial impact from Q2 2026 as it expands in Qassim region.
Gas fell below $4 a gallon for the first time since March as demand softened and refinery output hit a 2024 high. The national average now sits at $3.99, down from May's $4.50 peak.
AT&T CFO Pascal Desroches retiring Dec 31. 60% of outgoing CFOs retired or moved to board in Q1 2026, per Russell Reynolds. Successor Jennifer Biry brings AT&T and McAfee experience.
Jabal Omar's SAR 2B refinancing with SNB improves repayment terms and eases cash flow pressure. For other Mecca developers, the deal signals bank confidence in the sector.
An Indian couple's ₹6.85 lakh Europe trip breakdown shows flights and food as the biggest costs. The ₹1.85 lakh food bill sparked debate on social media about travel spending habits.
Netanyahu faces a collapse in public support and open criticism from rivals after Trump sidelined Israel from Iran negotiations. The war's objectives remain unmet.
Hegseth announced a six-month Pentagon review of U.S. forces in Europe, warning some NATO allies will 'fail' on defense spending and Iran cooperation.
Amazon's new software tracks worker movement in robot-filled warehouses to save millions of labor hours. The efficiency drive targets human motion, not just packages, documents show.
TADCO filed a capital reduction application with the CMA on June 17. Shareholders must still approve the plan, which could shrink the equity base and boost per-share metrics.
Sara Arjun turns 21 with a `Dhurandhar` hit behind her and a multi-language track record that few young actors can match. The next career move that matters most.
Trump signed an agreement with Iran to end Middle East conflict. Markets await details on sanctions and oil supply as oil and defense stocks move.
SpaceX shares hold steady premarket after a 5% Wednesday drop. The company added Roelof Botha to its board. Musk said revenue could reach $1 trillion by 2030.
Vibefam closed a $1M seed round led by a Singapore family office. The July launch of Vibe AI and embedded finance expansion target the fragmented tech stack most small gyms still run on.
Hasbro's standalone Matrix of Leadership prop replica, at $139.99, targets adult collectors. Preorders opened for August delivery. The toy's margin impact is small but signals a strategy shift.
Saudi Prince Museid beheaded for 1975 assassination of King Faisal. Also: Waterloo, SALT II, Sally Ride, GMAC massacre, Titan implosion, Nvidia tops Microsoft.
The Gemini roster for June 18 includes Paul McCartney (84), Isabella Rossellini (74), Blake Shelton (50), and the late mountaineer George Mallory.