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Sustainable bonds in the Middle East and North Africa surged sevenfold since 2020, hitting $35.1 billion in 2025—outpacing global markets. But recent turmoil, including Gulf conflicts, soaring energy prices, higher yields, and sluggish growth, has slashed first-half issuances by 24%. January’s $4 billion surge is now a distant memory, with full-year forecasts slashed to $15–20 billion. Yet optimism lingers: long-term demand from energy transitions and a robust pipeline of projects keep investors engaged. Banks in Saudi Arabia and the UAE remain leaders, underscored by IFC’s $100 million green bond commitment to Jordan Kuwait Bank—proof that despite short-term turbulence, the region’s sustainable finance foundation remains solid. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0bc8234f085f3f4d

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