Executive Summary
A monthly publication that covers the performance of GCC and global Capital markets (Equity & Fixed Income)
Key Trends:
- GCC equity markets declined by 2.4% in May 2025, primarily weighed down by Saudi index, which tanked by 5.8% m/m.
- Kuwait All Share Index (PR) gained 1.8% in May supported by positive corporate earnings and S&P’s affirmation of its A+ credit rating.
- Global markets were positive in May, with MSCI World and S&P 500 indexes gaining by 5.7% and 6.2% for the month.
- Oil prices were up by 1.2% for the month, as easing of trade tensions offset concerns of supply additions.
Table of Content
- Asset Class Monthly Performance
- Equities - Kuwait
- Equities - GCC Markets
- Equities - Developed & Emerging Markets
- Fixed Income - GCC & Developed Markets
- Oil Market
