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Saudi Arabia takes majority stake in troubled Binladin Group

The Jeddah-based company has long been Saudi Arabia’s largest builder, responsible for major infrastructure, housing and religious projects

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Saudi Binladin is one of the biggest contractors for the construction of King Salman Park in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia’s Finance Ministry has taken a majority stake in Saudi Binladin Group, raising its interest to more than 86% as the kingdom steps in to stabilize its largest construction company after years of financial strain. 

The move,...