6 February 2026
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MENA

Mastercard Economics Institute Releases 2026 MENA Outlook Highlighting Strong Growth, Investment Momentum, and Digital Acceleration

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Mastercard’s 2026 MENA outlook forecasts 3.6% regional growth driven by investment, AI-led productivity gains, and resilient consumption. Qatar, Egypt, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia lead projections, while SME digitalization and shifting trade patterns reinforce diversification. Stable inflation and easing financial conditions support a broadly favorable economic environment.

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Paribu Acquires CoinMENA in $240 Million Deal to Expand Across MENA

Shahzaib02 mins

Paribu has acquired CoinMENA for $240 million in Türkiye’s largest fintech transaction and its first international digital asset platform deal. The acquisition gives Paribu regulated access to MENA through licenses in Dubai and Bahrain, strengthening its regional expansion strategy. The deal highlights growing consolidation in the global crypto industry and positions Paribu as a major regulated player across Türkiye and the Middle East.

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Zain Group Advances Regional Disability Inclusion With New Multi-Market Initiatives

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Zain Group is accelerating disability inclusion across its eight markets with three new initiatives aligned to its WE ABLE 2030 strategy. The company partnered with Business Disability Forum, expanded its GROW training program for graduates with disabilities, and introduced Individual Development Plans to support career growth for employees with disabilities across the region.

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