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Oil prices steadied near $63 per barrel as traders awaited clarity on OPEC+ production policy. Oman, as a non-OPEC member cooperating with the group, could adjust output in line with the broader alliance decision.

PositiveOmanet · 14 May

MSX Turnover Surges to RO 3.5 Billion in Q1 2026

Trading value on the Muscat Stock Exchange reached RO 3.5 billion in the first quarter of 2026, driven by strong domestic and foreign investor interest and growing confidence in Oman's economic recovery.

NegativeMuscat Daily · 12 May

MSX 30 Eases 0.34% to 8,285 Points in Mid-Week Session

The MSX 30 index dipped 0.34% on May 12 to close at 8,285 points, as investors locked in profits following a month-long 0.89% climb. The index remains up sharply year-on-year.

EnergyTimes of Oman · 12 May

Royal visit to PDO marks new phase of digital transformation and operational excellence in Oman

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PositiveTimes of Oman · 12 May

MSX 30 Index Records 40% Growth During First Quarter of 2026

The Muscat Securities Market benchmark index posted 40% growth in Q1 2026, with market capitalisation rising from OMR 29 billion to nearly OMR 38 billion, reflecting strong investor confidence.

PositiveOmanet · 10 May

New OIA Affiliates Set to List on MSX in 2026

The Oman Investment Authority is preparing several subsidiary companies for listings on the Muscat Stock Exchange in 2026, a move expected to deepen market liquidity and broaden the investor base.

NegativeU Capital Research · 9 May

Oil Sector Profits Seen Declining 4.3% on Lower Crude Prices

U Capital forecasts Oman's oil and gas exploration company profits to fall 4.3% in 2026, as Brent Crude is estimated to average around $60 per barrel. Gas marketing firms may offset the decline through rising construction demand.

PositiveU Capital Research · 8 May

Oman GDP Growth Forecast at 3.5% for 2026, Led by Non-Oil Sector

U Capital projects Oman's economy to expand 3.5% in 2026, driven largely by the non-hydrocarbon sector which now accounts for around 70% of economic activity — a milestone in Vision 2040 diversification.

BankingOman Observer · 7 May

World Bank: Oman well positioned against regional shocks

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PositiveMuscat Daily · 7 May

MSX 30 Seen Reaching 7,447 Points by Year-End as Rally Builds

Analysts at Ubhar Capital expect the MSX 30 to climb nearly 17% to 7,447 points by end-2026, supported by strong domestic liquidity, improving earnings, and attractive valuations relative to regional peers.

PositiveOil & Gas Middle East · 6 May

Oman Energy IPO Pipeline Accelerates as Appetite for Listings Grows

Oman's energy sector IPO activity is gaining momentum in 2026, with several state-affiliated upstream and downstream companies exploring listings to attract foreign capital under Vision 2040 privatisation targets.

NeutralMuscat Daily · 5 May

Foreign Investor Activity Rises on MSX Despite Net Selling

Foreign investors increased their trading activity on the Muscat Stock Exchange in Q1 2026, though overall net positions combined buying and selling without a significant increase in long-term holdings.

EconomyOman Observer · 4 May

The runway economy: How airport free zones are rewriting the rules of global trade

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IndustryMEED · 1 May

Oman secures $550m-worth of industrial investments

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PositiveOman News Agency · 28 Apr

MSX 30 Crosses 8,000 Mark for First Time Since 2008

Oman's benchmark MSX 30 index surpassed the 8,000-point threshold for the first time since 2008, rising 1.41% on strong buying across banking and energy blue-chips amid sustained institutional inflows.

IndustryAsharq Al-Awsat | Explore World News Today · 28 Apr

Saudi Industry Minister Discusses Boosting Industrial Cooperation with Oman

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IndustryArab News · 27 Apr

Oman secures over $520m in investments across economic zones

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NeutralOman News Agency · 22 Apr

Oman Central Bank Holds Rate Steady at 5.5% in April Review

The Central Bank of Oman held its benchmark rate unchanged at 5.5%, aligned with the US Federal Reserve's pause on rate cuts. The decision maintains borrowing costs for Omani businesses and consumers heading into H2 2026.

EnergyEnergy Digital · 22 Apr

Top 10: Oil and Energy Companies in the Middle East & Africa

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EconomyMuscat Daily · 18 Apr

Oman economy set for fastest growth in GCC in 2026: IMF

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PositiveMuscat Daily · 18 Apr

OQ Gas Networks Reports 12% Rise in Q1 2026 Profit

OQ Gas Networks posted a 12% year-on-year increase in net profit for Q1 2026, driven by higher gas transmission volumes across Oman's expanding industrial and residential pipeline network.

PositiveTimes of Oman · 15 Apr

Bank Muscat Posts 8% Profit Growth in Q1 2026 on Loan Expansion

Bank Muscat, the largest lender in Oman, reported an 8% rise in first-quarter net profit, fuelled by growth in retail and corporate loans and lower provisioning costs as credit quality improved.

EconomyArabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI · 14 Apr

GCC economic data

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Energyenergynews.pro · 13 Apr

Oman Launches Bid Round for Five Oil and Gas Exploration Blocks

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EnergyReuters · 12 Apr

Oman launches bidding round for five oil and gas blocks

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EconomyOman Observer · 11 Apr

Oman economy shows resilience amidst global risks

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PositiveOman News Agency · 10 Apr

Oman Air Freight Volumes Up 18% as Logistics Sector Expands

Oman Air reported an 18% surge in cargo volumes in the first four months of 2026, benefitting from Muscat Airport's growing role as a regional logistics hub and rising e-commerce demand across the Gulf.

BankingNews of Bahrain · 31 Mar

Oman Central Bank Governor Receives Bahrain Ambassador to Discuss Financial Cooperation

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EnergyOil & Gas Middle East · 27 Mar

Oman energy IPO surge

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EnergyDawn · 26 Mar

Request for preferential energy cargoes will be ‘considered favourably’, Oman envoy assures petroleum minister

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EnergyReuters · 11 Mar

How the Strait of Hormuz closure affects global oil supply

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EnergyThe Times of India · 11 Mar

From oilfield to kitchen flame: India's crude oil and gas supply chain explained

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FundsMuscat Daily · 2 Mar

Oman Gateway Fund debuts on MSX after RO26mn IPO

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EnergyFarmonaut · 28 Feb

Oman Oil And Gas Projects: Key Drivers Of Energy Growth

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BankingArabian Business · 23 Feb

Oman Central Bank issues regulatory framework for Buy Now, Pay Later services

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EnergyArabian Business · 22 Feb

GCC economy hits $2.3tn in 2024, ranks ninth globally as non-oil sectors drive 2.2 per cent growth

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TelecomArabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI · 19 Feb

Omantel profits rise strongly in 2025

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MSXDaily Sabah · 18 Feb

Türkiye's Oyak targets asset growth, IPOs, foreign-backed investments | Daily Sabah

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FundsTürkiye Today · 18 Feb

OYAK shares soar after announcing $60B asset, $10B export target by 2030

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BankingArab News · 1 Feb

Islamic finance in Oman poised for 25% growth: Fitch

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TelecomTechAfrica News · 22 Jan

Oman’s Mobile Operators Excel in 5G, Speed, and Reliability, Says Opensignal

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Telecomookla.com · 19 Jan

Oman’s Path Toward Faster, More Accessible, and Resilient 5G Services

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BankingArab News · 30 Dec

Oman’s central bank approves Shariah-compliant framework for finance, leasing firms

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MSXArabian Business · 29 Oct

Oman stock exchange: IPO boom and OIA reforms lift market value above $79bn

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MSXArabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI · 26 Sept

Muscat Stock Exchange targets three IPOs in 2026

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FundsPrivate Equity International · 15 Sept

Oman Investment Authority: Asia ‘very important’ for PE portfolio

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TelecomData Center Dynamics · 18 Aug

Ooredoo inaugurates data center and cable landing station in Salalah, Oman

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TelecomMuscat Daily · 9 Aug

TRA cuts royalty rate on mobile service, boosting telecom operators’ profits

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EconomyHKTDC Research · 7 Aug

Oman: Market Profile

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FundsPR Newswire · 2 Jul

OMAN INVESTMENT AUTHORITY REPORTS USD 4.1 BILLION PROFIT FOR 2024, RANKS AMONG TOP 10 GLOBAL SOVEREIGN FUNDS

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EconomyWorld Bank Group · 19 Jun

GCC: Growth on the Rise, but Smart Spending Will Shape a Thriving Future

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MSXA&O Shearman · 13 Mar

A&O Shearman advises underwriters on Asyad Shipping's USD333 million IPO on the Muscat Stock Exchange

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TelecomArabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI · 12 Mar

Profits fall as Omantel loses subscribers to rivals

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TelecomGSMA · 21 Jan

Vodafone’s digital-first strategy and innovative service offerings caused a shift in Oman’s telecom market

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FundsAsia Asset Management · 22 Nov

Oman wealth fund kicks off investments into projects worth US$2.17 billion

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Telecomcapacityglobal.com · 14 Nov

Country profile: Oman

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BankingGreen Central Banking · 9 Aug

Climate change poses risk to Oman’s financial system, central bank warns

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FundsThe Arab Weekly · 3 Aug

Oman’s sovereign wealth fund says total assets reached $46.61 billion in 2022

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TelecomTotal Telecom · 13 Jun

Ooredoo Oman preparing sale of tower assets

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TelecomTelecompaper · 26 Jun

Omantel agrees to acquire 40% stake in Renna Mobile

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