Riyadh, 14 Sha'ban 1447 AH (2 February 2026)

The first International Conference on Finance, Innovation and Sustainable Growth in Emerging Markets (FISGEM 2026) opened today at King Saud University, organised by the College of Business Administration in partnership with WinVeston Financial. The two-day event runs until tomorrow, Tuesday.

The conference gathers leading academics and researchers in finance, attracting more than 100 scholars and experts from around the world. It serves as a scientific platform for presenting more than 70 studies, findings and theories that help reframe how financial markets are understood, keep pace with global economic shifts and strengthen sustainable growth paths in emerging markets.

Dr. Reema bint Hassan bin Saeed, Dean of the College of Business Administration, said hosting the conference reflects the college's commitment to expanding its international academic presence and supporting high-quality research, and underlined the importance of research partnerships in advancing the knowledge economy as a foundation for sustainable development.

Conference chair Dr. Saad Al-Zouba, assistant professor of finance, said the choice of King Saud University to host the international event reflects the Kingdom's advanced standing as a global destination for innovation and scientific research, adding that Saudi Arabia has become a source of knowledge and a scientific beacon for universities and research centres worldwide.

The conference aims to bridge the gap between academic research and practical application and to integrate theoretical knowledge with professional practice, supporting the stability and development of financial markets regionally and globally in line with Vision 2030's goals of fostering innovation and building a competitive knowledge economy.