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Semafor· Sep 8, 2025US and China drive record Saudi FDI FDI inflows to Saudi hit $31.7 billion in 2024, up 24% from a year earlier, and are on track for another record this year.
Semafor· Sep 8, 2025Saudi mortgage securities frees banks for Vision 2030 buildout The kingdom’s first issuance is a step toward shifting $180 billion in mortgages off bank balance sheets and into the hands of investors.
Semafor· Sep 8, 2025BRICS nations meet for talks to counter US protectionism The virtual meeting, led by Brazil, offers another sign of how global trade alliances have shifted in response to Washington’s tariffs.
Semafor· Sep 8, 2025PIF looks to bring Australia’s Macquarie to Saudi Saudi’s wealth fund and the Australian asset manager explore partnering on energy transition and digital infrastructure deals.
Semafor· Sep 8, 2025Surging Black, youth unemployment a key warning sign The unemployment rate for Black workers in August was 7.5%, up from 6.1% a year ago, according to BLS data.
Semafor· Sep 7, 2025Stablecoins may be next battleground in US-China rivalry Beijing appears to be using Hong Kong as a testing ground for cryptocurrencies pegged 1:1 to fiat currencies.
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