Forum to discuss latest developments in financial markets

Business Saturday 31/October/2026 16:07 PM
By: Times News Service
Forum to discuss latest developments in financial markets

Muscat: The Middle East Capital Markets Networking Forum 2026, hosted by the Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) in cooperation with Muscat Clearing and Depository Company, will begin  on Monday for two days, with the participation of representatives from regional and international capital markets and financial institutions.

The forum aims to exchange experiences and discuss the most prominent developments and trends in the financial markets, and to promote cooperation and build partnerships between institutions operating in the sector.

The forum serves as a platform for dialogue and the exchange of knowledge and experiences among participants from various regional and international markets and financial institutions, highlighting the most prominent developments in the region's capital markets.

The forum discusses the opportunities and challenges associated with the development of financial markets, innovation in products and services, as well as modern trends that contribute to shaping the future of the financial sector and enhancing its efficiency.

The forum includes specialised sessions addressing regulatory developments and market modernisation, local and regional economic prospects, innovation in Gulf capital markets, digital transformation and digital assets, and the role of artificial intelligence and automation in developing financial services.

It also focuses on enhancing integration between regional financial markets, improving the efficiency of post-trade operations, and reviewing future trends for the development of capital markets in the region.

Hosting the forum comes as part of the efforts of the Muscat Stock Exchange and Muscat Clearing and Depository Company to enhance communication and cooperation with regional and international financial institutions, and to exchange experiences, best practices in developing financial markets and post-trade services.

The forum also represents an opportunity to broaden the horizons of professional partnerships, enhance coordination between entities operating in the sector, and keep pace with the rapid developments witnessed by capital markets at the regional and international levels.