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From Around The World

Our weekly roundup of healthcare news from across the developing world. This week, we have stories from Kenya, China and Israel.

Saudi hospital group may sell 30% stake

Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital (DSFH), the owner of one of Saudi Arabia’s largest private hospitals may sell a 30% stake through an initial public offering (IPO).

Will the oil price crash hurt Gulf healthcare?

Despite crude more than halving in price, healthcare services are set to grow fast in the Arab oil states (the Gulf Cooperation Council). That reflects the introduction of mandatory health insurance, the rise of chronic disease and a growing population. We investigate.

From around the world…

Our weekly summary of healthcare news from around the world. This week we look at India, Malaysia, China, Thailand and the Middle East.

Bupa acquisitions on track, CEO tells Healthcare Europa

Bupa’s £1.6bn, 18 month-long M&A orgy is paying off, says CEO Stuart Fletcher. Announcing first half 2014 results for the international insurer and healthcare provider, he claimed: “Acquisitions are inline with our expectations.” But the UK remains tricky. Bupa is pruning its UK care home network and the amount of PMI bought by individuals continues to fall.

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