Saudi Arabia Seeks Foreign Investment

The transcript discusses the challenges and strategies related to foreign investment in Saudi Arabia. It highlights past reforms, current market conditions, and future plans to attract investors. Key topics include the importance of being included in international indices, upcoming investment forums, and strategic initiatives to enhance market capabilities. The discussion also covers changes in settlement cycles, the introduction of derivatives, and the development of debt capital markets. The goal is to achieve an emerging market classification and attract more capital inflow.

What factors influence the willingness of investors to invest in a market?

What were the expectations during the first series of reforms in summer 2015?

How does being included in international indices affect investor interest?

What are some of the initiatives mentioned that aim to improve the market?

What is the significance of the government's plan to register instruments by the end of the year?