New licensing framework for credit rating activities in Oman Business

New licensing framework for credit rating activities in Oman

  • August 11, 2026
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MUSCAT: Oman has introduced a regulatory framework governing credit rating activities as part of newly issued Executive Regulations of the Securities Law, requiring credit rating providers operating in the Sultanate to obtain a licence from the Financial Services Authority (FSA), in a move expected to strengthen transparency and investor confidence as the country’s capital market […]

Strong growth in business activities in Al Dhahirah Business

Strong growth in business activities in Al Dhahirah

IBRI: Al Dhahirah Governorate is strengthening its position as one of Oman’s emerging economic centres, supported by rising investment activity, expanding commercial registrations and continued infrastructure development. Data for the first quarter of 2026 showed that the number of new commercial registrations in the governorate increased by 49.5 per cent to 139, compared with 93 […]