Atef Hassan

Feb 3, 2025 | ionanalytics.com | Mariam Meskin |Atef Hassan |Lloyd Vassell

The Arab Republic of Egypt this week priced a USD 2bn dual-tranche bond, the latest addition to its debt stack, having inked a USD 2bn syndicated loan last month. Market participants said that the heavily oversubscribed bond issuance is proof that positive investor sentiment – fueled by growing regional and multilateral support, a compelling reform programme and easing regional tensions – towards the previously troubled North African country is growing.

Oct 28, 2024 | ionanalytics.com | Atef Hassan |Elaine Green |Lloyd Vassell

Bahri prepared to invest EUR 1bn-EUR 3bn for full ownershipDebt and equity financing considered for potential dealsGermany and Nordics potential hubs for Bahri’s expansion into new marketsThe National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia (Bahri) [Tadawul:4030] is actively exploring acquisitions in the logistics sector in Europe and the US, according to three sources familiar with the situation.

Oct 25, 2024 | ionanalytics.com | Taku Dzimwasha |Atef Hassan |Raj Saiya |Lloyd Vassell

Over 31 IPOs priced year-date as mid-cap companies boost Saudi volumesPrivate companies filling IPO pipe as market evolves beyond state-backed listingsForeign firms seeking dual listings on TadawulSaudi Arabia’s IPO market has long been dominated by the Saudi government privatisations such as the mega listings of Saudi Aramco [Tadawul:2222] and Saudi National Bank [TADAWUL: 1180].