e& Group refutes reports of potential United Group deal

e& Group refutes report of potential United Group deal

The Abu Dhabi-listed firm said it “continually reviews relevant market opportunities with the objectives of maximising shareholder value”

ADNOC boosts oil production capacity to 4.85 million bpd

Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC says oil production capacity hits 4.85 million bpd

The announcement comes just ahead of a June 1 meeting in Vienna of the OPEC+ alliance

NBK sells alternative investment unit to Janus Henderson

Janus Henderson buys alternative investment unit of Kuwait’s NBK

The team at NBK Capital Partners will join the $353bn asset manager as the firm’s new emerging markets private capital division

Faisal Al Sahlawi – GM – Dubai Autodrome

Dubai Autodrome’s GM Faisal Al Sahlawi shares its role in driving motorsport in the UAE

As the UAE’s premier motorsport and entertainment venue, Dubai Autodrome hosts some of the largest motorsport grids in the region plus a host of international events

Qatar

Qatar’s economy grew 1.2% year-on-year in Q3 2023

The Gulf state posted a budget surplus of QAR1.4bn in the final quarter of 2023, which was used to reduce public debt

Fakeeh Care Group sets IPO price range, seeks to raise $763m

Saudi Arabia’s Fakeeh Care Group sets IPO price range, seeks to raise $763m

The hospital group is offering 49.8 million shares, equivalent to 21.47 per cent of the company’s total issued share capital

Dubai-Financial-Market releases upgraded ivestor app image Dubai Media Office

Dubai Financial Market releases upgraded iVestor app

The iVestor App allows direct subscription to both public and private offerings, enhancing investment accessibility in the region

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Dubai extends remote work for public sector to Friday

Dubai government’s directive for remote work applies to all government employees in the emirate, except for those in essential roles

Saudi Arabia acquires stake in critical metals mining company Vale SA

Saudi mining update: Vale transfers 10% to Manara while Mosaic to sell stake to Ma’aden

Vale and Manara Minerals is a joint venture between Saudi Arabian Mining Company, Ma’aden, and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund

Aldar unveils ‘active living’ community Athlon in Dubai

Sales of units at the first phase of Athlon will launch on May 7, with prices starting from Dhs2.8m

Abu Dhabi's ADQ lists debut $2.5bn bond on London Stock Exchange

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ lists debut $2.5bn bond on London Stock Exchange

Leveraging favourable market conditions and investor appetite, ADQ’s bond issuance garnered significant interest

Saudi Arabia’s Q1 GDP contracts by 1.8%, oil sector weighs

Saudi Arabia’s Q1 GDP contracts by 1.8%, oil sector weighs

The statistics authority estimated that oil activities plunged by 10.6 per cent in the first quarter compared to the same period a year ago

Emirates, Boeing partner to advance aircraft maintenance

DXB: Emirates, flydubai warn of flight delays, cancellations as rains lash the UAE

Emirates notified passengers of flights being rescheduled due to adverse weather conditions

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Oman implements distance learning for schools due to heavy rainfall

Education authorities in Oman announced distance learning for all educational institutions due unstable weather conditions on May 2

Amali Island

Ultra luxury villa community Amali Island debuts in Dubai

Residents will enjoy beachfront resort-like amenities, including a 10,000-square-foot clubhouse, spa, floating helipad and floating padel court

UAE President mourns Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed

UAE leaders mourn passing of Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed

The Presidential Court declared a seven-day official mourning period for Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed with flags flown at half-mast

DFM unveils initial private offerings platform ARENA

DFM unveils initial private offerings platform ARENA

The new platform is a regulated alternative to conventional financing routes and helps private companies access capital markets

UAE winter rain hits Dubai and other emirates. Image Getty Images Karim Sahib

UAE weather: NCM issues orange alert as heavy rains hit Abu Dhabi, Dubai

Both Abu Dhabi and Dubai police have advised motorists to exercise caution while driving, especially in adverse weather conditions

CBUAE, HKMA partnership

UAE interest rates remain unchanged amid Fed rate decision

The CBUAE traditionally moves lockstep with the US Fed amid the UAE having pegged its currency to the US dollar at a rate of Dhs3.67 to $1

Presight buys 51% stake in G42, ADNOC tech JV

Abu Dhabi’s Presight acquires 51% stake in G42, ADNOC tech venture

ADNOC will take a 4 per cent stake in Presight currently owned by G42, in exchange for 11 per cent of its shareholding in AIQ

Masdar and Bapco Energies to develop up to 2GW of wind projects in the Kingdom of Bahrain

Masdar, Bapco to develop wind energy projects in Bahrain

The joint venture aims to explore, develop, and invest in wind projects in Bahrain, with a capacity of up to 2 gigawatts.

UAE WEATHER - RAIN - FLEXIBLE WORK - REMOTE LEARNING

UAE announces remote work for public sector workers, MoHRE advises flexible work for private sector

The NCM has forecast moderate to heavy rain accompanied by occasional lightning and thunder on Thursday, May 2.

Dubai Metro extends operation hours to DXB on MAY 1-2 Image-RTA

UAE weather: Dubai Metro extends operation hours to DXB on May 1-2

The operating hours will be extended on Wednesday and Thursday to support people travelling to and from the airport

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Dubai Airports, Emirates issue travel advisory for fliers on May 2

Dubai Airports, Emirates issued a travel advisory in anticipation of the expected inclement weather conditions

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The economy of language: Saudi Arabia’s young workers pivot to English

Recent survey results show a direct link between English language skills and higher salaries in the kingdom

EtihadWE CEO Yousif Al Ali shares the focus on enabling sustainability in the utilities sector

CEO Yousif Al Ali shares how EtihadWE is enabling sustainability

EtihadWE is building a more resilient water network capable of rising to changing demands, including its recently inaugurated reverse osmosis seawater desalination plant in Umm Al Quwain

Spinneys’ $375m IPO draws orders worth $19bn

Supermarket chain Spinneys’ $375m IPO draws orders worth $19bn

The company priced its IPO at the top of the previously announced range, selling its shares at Dhs1.53 per share to raise $375m (Dhs1.38bn)

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UAE’s NCEMA calls for remote work across public, private sectors

The NCM forecasts moderate to heavy rain accompanied by occasional lightning and thunder later in the night into Thursday

Oman’s Hydrom signs green hydrogen projects worth $11bn

Oman’s Hydrom signs green hydrogen projects worth $11bn

The deals bring the total hydrogen production in Oman to 1.38 million tonnes per year

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UAE government schools to implement distance learning on Thursday and Friday

The UAE government issued a notification implementing distance learning due to unstable weather conditions