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J.P. Morgan Adds Saudi Arabia to GBI-EM Index Watchlist

9/18/2025

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J.P. Morgan has added Saudi Arabia to its GBI-EM index watchlist, boosting its sukuk and debt capital market.
This inclusion could attract around SAR 18.75 billion (USD 5 billion) in foreign investments.
The Saudi Exchange seeks to enhance market liquidity and draw global investors.
Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 program aims for economic diversification amid fluctuating oil prices.
Recent bond sales, including $5.50 billion in Islamic bonds, show strong demand and confidence in the market.

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J.P. Morgan has added Saudi Arabia to its GBI-EM index watchlist, boosting its sukuk and debt capital market.
This inclusion could attract around SAR 18.75 billion (USD 5 billion) in foreign investments.
The Saudi Exchange seeks to enhance market liquidity and draw global investors.
Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 program aims for economic diversification amid fluctuating oil prices.
Recent bond sales, including $5.50 billion in Islamic bonds, show strong demand and confidence in the market.