Many companies vowed to not do business with Saudi Arabia after the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Just six months later, though, the country’s financial opportunities have proven too good to pass up for Western companies like Google and AMC, which are making massive investments. In addition, the recent sale of Saudi Aramco bonds, the national oil company, has garnered immense international attention and will bring in billions.
New York Times financial reporter Michael de la Merced explains what's behind the gradual shift.
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