AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGCC Travel & Hospitality Leadership: Bahrain spotlights three executives in Forbes Middle East’s 2026 Top 100 Travel and Tourism Leaders, led by BTEA CEO Sara Ahmed Buhiji, as the kingdom pushes Vision 2030 tourism and MICE growth. Islamic Finance Resilience: Moody’s says Bahrain’s Islamic banks (69% market share) have stronger buffers than conventional lenders despite Hormuz-linked disruptions, with CET1 above 22% in Q1 2026. Consumer Tech & Retail Disruptions: Samsung TV access issues hit Türkiye after a Türksat update, while Chery Bahrain’s top technicians and service advisors win regional skills recognition ahead of China. Construction & Materials Expansion: Maser Group launches Emarald, a Gulf-focused venture to supply construction and building materials, marking a shift beyond its earlier consumer electronics roots. Middle East Fuel Shock: Iran-war shipping and Hormuz disruptions keep diesel and gasoline pressure high across the region, with Egypt’s gold market also strained by a liquidity bottleneck as consumers sell scrap amid weak new demand. Aviation Consumer Impact: Skytrax crowns Singapore Airlines “world’s best” for 2026, with Qatar and Turkish Airlines among the top finishers.
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