Banking continues to be a key pillar of Oman’s financial sector, responsible for the majority of credit for individuals and institutions – both government-owned enterprises and the private sector.

Interview: Said Abdullah Al Hatmi How do banks support the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)? SAID ABDULLAH AL HATMI: Oman’s banking sector recognises SMEs as vital to the ...

Interview: Abdulsalam Al Murshidi What drivers have helped boost Oman’s investment appeal within the region and beyond? ABDULSALAM AL MURSHIDI: Oman’s investment attractiveness has improved in recent ...

Interview: Abdullah Al Salmi To what extent can capital markets contribute to the diversification goals of Oman Vision 2040? ABDULLAH AL SALMI: Capital markets are pivotal in financing economic ...

Interview: Hussain Al Lawati How do banks, commercial lenders and government stakeholders enhance financial inclusion for underserved segments? HUSSAIN AL LAWATI: Oman has made significant headway in ...

Interview: Khaled Al Balushi In what ways have financial technology (fintech) and digital banking trends influenced opportunities for investors within financial services? KHALED AL BALUSHI: The ...

Interview: Faisal Al Farsi What is the current state of the insurance and social protection sector following recent restructuring? FAISAL AL FARSI: Oman’s insurance and social protection sector has ...

Interview: Abdulaziz Al Balushi How are capital markets well positioned to attract investment both regionally and internationally? ABDULAZIZ AL BALUSHI: Oman’s capital markets are distinguished by ...

Interview: Khalid Jamal Al Kayed How do you see the banking sector’s role evolving to support the long-term economic diversification efforts outlined in Oman Vision 2040? KHALID JAMAL AL KAYED: The se ...

Interview: Tariq Sulaiman Al Farsi In what areas do the most significant opportunities lie for non-banking financial institutions (NBFIs) to innovate their service offerings? TARIQ SULAIMAN AL FARSI: ...

Banking continues to be a key pillar of Oman’s financial sector, responsible for the majority of credit for individuals and institutions – both government-owned enterprises and the private sector.

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