Dubai Jumeirah beach, Dubai Marina

What to know before renting or buying in Dubai

When considering purchasing or renting a property in Dubai, prioritise locations that align with your lifestyle and future goals

Dubai, Abu Dhabi rankings rise global real estate transparency index: JLL

Dubai, Abu Dhabi rise in global real estate transparency index

Dubai and Abu Dhabi have continued to enhance their data and service offerings through the REST and DARI platforms

ADNOC signs multi-year LNG supply agreement with IndianOil

ADNOC signs multi-year LNG supply agreement with IndianOil

The LNG will primarily come from the state-owned energy firm’s lower-carbon Ruwais LNG project

ADQ

ADQ establishes Q Mobility as part of transport portfolio

The company is integrated into ADQ’s wider transport and logistics portfolio, which includes Abu Dhabi Airports, AD Ports Group, Etihad Airways, and Etihad Rail

QatarEnergy expands fleet with six new QC-Max LNG vessels

QatarEnergy expands fleet with six new QC-Max LNG vessels

The ships, which will be built at China’s Hudong-Zhonghua shipyard, are the largest LNG vessels ever built, with a capacity of 271,000 cubic metres each

Dubai unveils Dhs4.5bn Dubai National University to boost higher education

Dubai unveils Dhs4.5bn national university to boost higher education

The university’s vision aligns with the emirate’s goal of fostering a knowledge-based economy, providing students with skills to meet the demands of the global workforce

DIFC launches funds centre Image-Dubai-Media-Office-DIFC

DIFC launches new funds centre, reports rise in firms

The centre has launched a first-of-its-kind DIFC Funds Centre to support hedge fund spinouts, fund platforms as well as boutique wealth and asset management firms

Apple launches iPhone 16 as it bets on AI future

Apple debuts iPhone 16 with test AI software rolling out this year and next

The iPhone 16 lineup is the first Apple smartphone designed around these AI features, though they are expected to also be available on iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max

M42 to manage, operate Zayed Military Hospital in Sharjah

M42 to manage, operate Zayed Military Hospital in Sharjah

M42 is set to officially commence full-scale operations at the military hospital in early 2025

UAE successfully conducts first-ever HAPS flights

UAE successfully conducts first-ever HAPS flights

HAPS technology, recognised by the World Economic Forum as one of the top ten emerging technologies, offers a sustainable solution for continuous Earth surface monitoring

UAE’s economy grew 3.4% in first quarter of 2024

UAE’s economy grew 3.4% in first quarter of 2024

The financial and insurance sector, trade activities and manufacturing were among the biggest contributors to non-oil GDP

OQ Exploration and Production to float IPO on Muscat Stock Exchange

Oman IPO: OQ Exploration and Production to float 25% stake on MSX

The subscription period is expected to commence this month, with the listing anticipated in October

Kuwait - jet fuel

Kuwait Petroleum became top jet fuel supplier to northwest Europe in 2024

The increase in the European jet fuel market share comes as Kuwait increased its exports of fuel oil, diesel, and jet fuel to Europe by five times until May 2024

Carrefour forays into India in partnership with Apparel

Carrefour teams up with Dubai’s Apparel Group to expand into India

The partnership will be aimed at North India initially, with further expansion planned across the country

Saudi Arabia’s real GDP shrinks by 0.3% in Q2 2024, oil weighs

Saudi Arabia’s real GDP shrinks by 0.3% in Q2 2024, oil weighs

The kingdom’s seasonally adjusted real GDP grew by 1.4 per cent compared to Q1 2024, as non-oil activities rose by 4.9 per cent YoY

Emaar The Economic City unveils SAR8.7bn COP, focuses on transformation

Emaar The Economic City unveils SAR8.7bn COP, focuses on transformation

The plan, developed based on extensive assessment and analysis, aims to provide a comprehensive solution to stabilise the company’s financial and operational platforms

Tourism’s share to UAE GDP seen at Dhs450bn by 2031

Tourism’s share of UAE GDP to hit Dhs450bn by 2031

The sector’s contribution to the economy rose by 11.7 per cent to Dhs220bn last year and is forecasted to rise to 12 per cent or Dhs236bn in 2024

UAE President host Egyptian Minister Dr Badr Abdel Ati, Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Migration Image WAM

UAE, Egypt discuss strategic cooperation during high-level meet

The discussion focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation across economic, developmental and political spheres

Hisham Farouk, CEO, Grant Thornton UAE

Grant Thornton’s Hisham Farouk on trade, sustainable finance and ESG

The UAE division’s CEO discusses the firm’s strategies for bolstering cross-border business and the importance of sustainable finance, ESG and digital transformation

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown prince of abu Dhabi arrives in New Delhi Image WAM

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince arrives in India on state visit

The Crown Prince is accompanied by a high-level delegation including ministers, senior officials and business leaders

ADQ to manage Abu Dhabi's DARB, Mawaqif toll systems

ADQ to manage Abu Dhabi’s DARB, Mawaqif systems

This move is part of the holding company’s broader strategy to develop cluster ecosystems and foster long-term value creation

UAE visa amnesty MOHRE introduces news services to rectify status Image for illustrative purposes GettyImages

UAE visa amnesty: New services to help rectify status, fine exemption

MoHRE has made the services available through its website, mobile app, and business and domestic worker service centres

Sustainability is a business priority, says PwC's Stephen Andersen

‘Sustainability is a business priority’, says PwC’s Stephen Anderson

Anderson, who is the strategy lead at PwC Middle East, provides insights into the integration of sustainability into business operations, and the emerging trends that are shaping its future in the region

Dubai Mashreq Metro Station renamed to insurancemarket

Mashreq Metro Station gets new name; more details here

RTA will begin implementing the new name on both external and internal signage, including directional signs, smart systems, public transport apps, and onboard audio announcements

Mohsin Hani Al-Bahrani: Building upon MHD Group’s five decades legacy

Mohsin Hani Al-Bahrani: Building upon MHD Group’s five decades legacy

The head of MHD ACERE credits his grandfather, the late Mohsin Haider Darwish, with having a long-term vision that laid the foundation for one of the leading family businesses in the GCC region

Saudi Arabia sees Italy as partner of choice on green products

Saudi Arabia sees Italy as partner of choice on green products

The kingdom aims to grow its production capacity for low-carbon products to diversify away from oil and gas business

Wizz Air to launch launch long haul route from Abu Dhabi to Milan in 2025 Pic for illustrative purposes

Wizz Air launches first long-haul service from Abu Dhabi to Milan

Starting June 2, 2025, the daily direct flights will be operated by the airline’s new Airbus A321XLR aircraft, offering fares from as low as Dhs429

OPEC+ agrees to delay October oil output hike for two months

OPEC+ agrees to delay October oil output hike for two months

The remaining OPEC+ cuts of 3.66 million bpd, agreed in earlier steps, are staying in place until the end of 2025

Fourth Milling Company to float IPO on Saudi's Tadawul Image for illustrative purposes GettyImages-1255343916-e1723528847456

Fourth Milling Company to float IPO on Tadawul

The company has a robust presence in the Saudi flour market, and it is known for its premium FOOM brand, which holds the largest market share

How AIX is scaling investment to new heights

Scaling new heights: How AIX is redefining global investment opportunities

From navigating market fluctuations to seizing new avenues for growth, AIX has demonstrated resilience and agility at every turn