The Arab Monetary Fund Issues the 59th Edition of the “Monthly Bulletin of Arab Capital Markets” – July 2025

Arab financial markets recorded positive performance during July 2025, driven by corporate profit growth, improved profit margins, higher dividend distributions, and easing global trade tensions. Performance indicators rose in ten Arab exchanges, most notably the Dubai Financial Market with a 7.95% increase, followed by the Casablanca and Muscat exchanges with 7.31% and 6.22% respectively. In contrast, three exchanges — Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Palestine — posted declines.

Banking, real estate, and energy sectors supported the overall performance, with the “MSCI Arab Markets Index” rising by 2.36%. The decision of Arab central banks to maintain interest rates, in line with U.S. monetary policy, also contributed to supporting liquidity and deepening markets.

Globally, markets witnessed relative stability, underpinned by optimism over the trajectory of trade negotiations. U.S. and European markets posted gains, led by the FTSE (4.24%) and Nasdaq (3.70%). In Asia, the technology sector was the main driver, while emerging markets registered mixed gains, against a decline in Latin America of 4.60%.

 

Download the full bulletin here:

https://www.amf.org.ae/ar/publications/nshrt-aswaq-almal/alnshrt-alshhryt-laswaq-almal-alrbyt-aldd-altas-walkhmswn

Arab Monetary Fund Organizes Regional Workshop on the “System of National Accounts 2025” in Abu Dhabi

The Arab Monetary Fund, in partnership with ESCWA and a number of regional and international organizations, is organizing a regional workshop on the “Implementation of the System of National Accounts 2025 and Digital Supply and Use Tables,” during the period from 9 to 11 September 2025, in Abu Dhabi.

The workshop aims to strengthen the understanding of the new System of National Accounts, support member countries in preparing digital supply and use tables, and discuss issues related to the digital economy, sustainability, and economic well-being.

The workshop will include a high-level session with the participation of leaders from international and regional institutions to discuss ways of supporting the implementation of the new system and enhancing statistical cooperation.

Dr. Fahad M. Alturki, Director General Chairman of the Board of the Arab Monetary Fund, emphasized the importance of the workshop in exchanging expertise and strengthening the statistical capacities of Arab countries, underscoring the AMF’s role in supporting economic stability and providing technical assistance to its member states.

The Arab Monetary Fund Organizes the 22nd Meeting of the Financial Stability Task Force in Arab Countries

8–9 September 2025, Abu Dhabi – United Arab Emirates 

In this context, H.E. Dr. Fahad M. Alturki, Director General Chairman of the Board of the Arab Monetary Fund, commended the efforts of Arab central banks and monetary authorities in maintaining the soundness of the financial and banking sector, strengthening its stability, developing regulatory frameworks, policies, and prudential measures, and applying leading international standards and practices. He also praised the topics addressed by the Task Force, as well as the participation of relevant regional and international financial institutions and frameworks, highlighting their important role in enriching the discussions. Finally, His Excellency noted the keen interest of the Governors of Arab central banks and monetary authorities in the work of the Task Force and its prominent role in exchanging experiences and expertise at both the regional and international levels. 

Arab Monetary Fund Issues 21st Edition of the "Arab Economic Outlook" Report with Positive Forecasts for 2025 and 2026

Abu Dhabi, 7 August 2025: The Arab Monetary Fund (AMF), headquartered in Abu Dhabi, has issued the 21st edition of its Arab Economic Outlook report, which reviews the latest developments and economic performance forecasts for Arab countries in 2025 and 2026.

Estimates indicate an improvement in the growth rate of Arab economies, with a projected rate of 3.8% in 2025, rising to 4.3% in 2026, compared to 2.2% in 2024. This anticipated growth is driven by ongoing economic reforms, income diversification efforts, and improvements in the financing and investment environment.

Conversely, inflation rates are expected to continue declining, reaching approximately 20.8% in 2025 and 14.2% in 2026, down from 31.9% in 2024. Excluding countries experiencing exceptional inflationary pressures, inflation is projected at 7.6% in 2025 and 5.6% in 2026.

The report outlines key priorities for economic policies, particularly in the areas of fiscal and monetary policy, with an emphasis on enhancing fiscal sustainability, diversifying revenue sources, and improving spending efficiency.

ARAB CAPITAL MARKETS SHOW POSITIVE PERFORMANCE IN Q2 2025 DESPITE GLOBAL HEADWINDS

The Arab Monetary Fund has released the 121st issue of its quarterly bulletin, highlighting an overall improvement in the performance of Arab stock markets during the second quarter of 2025. The Fund’s composite index rose by 1.55% compared to the previous quarter and recorded a 6.73% increase year-on-year.

Eleven Arab exchanges ended the quarter in positive territory, led by the Palestine Exchange with an impressive gain of 18.29%, followed by Dubai (11.96%) and Abu Dhabi (6.28%). In contrast, four markets posted declines, with the Saudi Exchange and Iraq’s bourse recording the largest drops at -7.16% and -4.33%, respectively.

Despite the upward momentum in market indices, total market capitalization across Arab exchanges fell by 2.42%, reaching $4,221.54 billion. Trading values also declined by 8.04%, amounting to $230.38 billion.

The improved performance was supported by a combination of factors, including rising oil prices, easing global trade tensions, and accommodative monetary policies. The U.S. Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, while the Bank of England and the European Central Bank introduced rate cuts. Meanwhile, most Gulf central banks maintained their rates, and the Central Bank of Egypt lowered its deposit rate to 24%.

Jordan FinTech Festival

Amman, Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, September 22–25, 2025

The Central Bank of Jordan and the Arab Monetary Fund are pleased to invite you to participate in the "Jordan Fintech Festival," which is being held by the Central Bank of Jordan in cooperation with the Arab Monetary Fund on September 24 and 25, 2025, in Amman, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, at the Four Seasons Hotel.

299 Arab Trainees Benefit from the Training and Capacity Development Institute’s Programs in June 2025

As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen institutional capacity in Arab countries, the Training and Capacity Development Institute of the Arab Monetary Fund organized ten (10) specialized training courses during June 2025, with the participation of 299 trainees from various Arab countries.

 

These programs were conducted as part of the Institute’s mission to provide high-quality training content that keeps pace with regional and global economic and financial developments. The courses addressed priority topics for member countries, including macroeconomics, financial stability, institutional development, governance, and compliance.


The training sessions were implemented in cooperation with several regional and international partner institutions, including the International Monetary Fund (IMF), HEC Paris, the Islamic Development Bank Institute, and the Arab Regional Payments Clearing and Settlement Organization (BUNA), alongside international experts and academic specialists.


Through this intensive activity, the Training and Capacity Development Institute reaffirms its firm commitment to supporting sustainable economic development in the Arab region by investing in human capital and delivering practical training programs that enhance the efficiency of national cadres and strengthen institutional readiness to face future challenges.