Middle East: What You Need to Know for May 4

The video covers key Middle East business stories, including Saudi Arabia's efforts to boost its mortgage market by investing $2.6 billion with government support. Kuwait Energy plans an IPO on the London Stock Exchange, facing market challenges. Barclays has sold its Egyptian unit to Autieri Wafa bank, marking a significant shift in its operations. Ooredoo, a Qatar-based telecom company, is focusing on tech services and growth in existing markets, with potential acquisitions in tech services.

What is the amount of capital that Saudi Arabia's state-run company will have?

What is Kuwait Energy planning to do that would make it the first company from the nation?

What challenges does the IPO of Kuwait Energy face in the current market?

What significant change occurred with Barclays in Egypt?

What is Qatar-based phone carrier Ooredoo's focus for growth?