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Melissa Hancock

Melissa Hancock is the author of Gulf Brief – Fortune's weekly newsletter which spotlights the investment trends and business opportunities that matter across the region. Melissa has specialized in covering the region for 20 years, during which time she has worked for a range of well-known publications including AGBI, MEED, Forbes Middle East and MEES. She also served as MENA Editor for The Banker, the FT’s monthly banking magazine.

Saudi economy redraws ambitions—‘going local’ is the new buzz phrase 
Middle EastSaudi economy redraws ambitions—‘going local’ is the new buzz phrase 
By Melissa HancockJune 10, 2026
The Gulf states are betting big on AI: who’s investing where?
Middle EastThe Gulf states are betting big on AI: who’s investing where?
By Melissa HancockJune 9, 2026
SpaceX IPO means more to the Gulf than you might expect
NewslettersSpaceX IPO means more to the Gulf than you might expect
By Melissa HancockJune 9, 2026
The U.S. and Europe feared the Iran conflict would curtail the Gulf’s appetite for global investments. The opposite is true
Middle EastThe U.S. and Europe feared the Iran conflict would curtail the Gulf’s appetite for global investments. The opposite is true
By Melissa HancockJune 2, 2026
Property prices are down in Dubai. Is it a war-induced blip, or something more serious?  
Middle EastProperty prices are down in Dubai. Is it a war-induced blip, or something more serious?  
By Melissa HancockJune 1, 2026
The Iran conflict has disrupted oil supply. Gulf states are now looking to multi-billion-dollar investments in renewables 
EnergyThe Iran conflict has disrupted oil supply. Gulf states are now looking to multi-billion-dollar investments in renewables 
By Melissa HancockJune 1, 2026
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