Sheikh Mohammed approves new master plan for Expo City

Sheikh Mohammed approves new master plan for Expo City Dubai

Building on its legacy as the site of the 2020 World Expo and COP28, the development will be a catalyst for Dubai’s progress in various fields

IMF says escalation of Middle East conflict poses economic risks

IMF says escalation of Middle East conflict poses economic risks

The main channels for the conflict to impact the global economy have been through higher commodity prices, including oil and grains

Etihad Rail New brand launch

Etihad Rail unveils new brand identity, reflecting vision, plans

Embodying the nation’s Spirit of the Union, the new identity represents the connectivity and cohesion between the various cities and regions of the UAE created by the railway network

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How family offices are driving growth, diversification in Abu Dhabi

Family offices, in partnership with the public sector, will remain at the heart of the growth and transformation being seen in the emirate, as it continues to thrive across key industries and beyond

Saudia, Delta Air Lines team up to expand global network

Saudia, Delta Air Lines team up to expand global network

Delta customers will gain access to nine destinations in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East, while Saudia flyers will gain access to 12 destinations in the US

UAE insurance sector reports profits of Dhs2.5bn in 2023: CBUAE

UAE insurance sector reports Dhs2.5bn in profits in 2023: CBUAE

According to CBUAE, the insurance sector’s growth was driven by increased policy activity, investment returns, and a rising demand for coverage in key areas such as property and employment

OPEC+ advisory panel upholds output policy

OPEC+ panel sticks to output policy, doubles down on compliance

The group OPEC+ is cutting output by a total of 5.86 million bpd, or about 5.7 per cent of global demand, in a series of steps agreed since late 2022

OpenAI secures $6.6bn investment from Abu Dhabi’s MGX, Nvidia

OpenAI secures $6.6bn investment from UAE’s MGX, Nvidia

The company’s valuation has risen from $14bn in 2021 to $157bn as it grew revenue from zero to $3.6bn

OPEC+ doing ‘noble’ job of balancing oil market, says UAE

OPEC+ doing ‘noble’ job of balancing oil market, says UAE

UAE energy minister said OPEC+ has sacrificed more than others but the critical element is that it is staying together

UAE’s DAE, AXA clinch deal as UK battle over jets ‘lost’ in Russia kicks off

UAE’s DAE, AXA clinch deal as battle over jets ‘lost’ in Russia kicks off

The Dubai aircraft leasing firm had valued its claim for 22 aircraft, one engine and one piece of equipment at $737.8m

Etoile Group's Ingie Chalhoub on navigating the future of luxury fashion

Etoile Group’s Ingie Chalhoub on navigating the future of luxury fashion

Globally, the fashion industry has pivoted towards a more sustainable approach and that’s translated to the Middle East retail environment, says the founder and president of the luxury retailer

Abu Dhabi’s non-oil economy grew 6.6% in Q2 2024

Abu Dhabi’s non-oil GDP surges by 6.6% in Q2 2024

The finance and insurance sector registered a record 13.4 per cent growth in Q2 2024, contributing 7.4 per cent to the GDP

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Dubai’s new centralised IP hub to support innovators

The hub has a user-friendly digital interface, which centralises information, tools, and guidelines, making access to intellectual property resources more straightforward

TECOM to buy commercial asset in Dubai Internet City for Dhs720m

TECOM to buy commercial asset in Dubai Internet City for Dhs720m

The commercial asset features five interconnected blocks offering a gross leasable area of 370,761 square feet

Saudi's ROSHN secures $2.4bn syndicated loan to drive growth

Saudi’s ROSHN secures $2.4bn syndicated loan to drive growth

The credit facility is expected to provide ROSHN with the financial flexibility needed to pursue new opportunities and strengthen its position

ADNOC to buy German chemicals firm Covestro for $18bn

ADNOC to buy German chemicals firm Covestro for $18bn

The deal marks a cornerstone for ADNOC’s plans to grow its petrochemicals business along with gas and renewable energy

Saudi Arabia expects deficit of 2.9% of GDP in 2024

Saudi Arabia expects deficit of 2.9% of GDP in 2024

The Gulf state expects to post a fiscal deficit of SAR118bn, wider than the SAR79bn projected in the 2024 budget statement last December

Podeo raises $5.4m in series A round

MENA podcast platform Podeo raises $5.4m in series A round

Podeo started as a podcast app but quickly evolved into an all-in-one platform that streamlines content creation, distribution, and monetisation

US sets new rule that could spur AI chip shipments to the Middle East

US sets new rule that could spur AI chip shipments to the Middle East

The US will work with foreign data centres that apply for the Validated End-User program as well as host governments

Qatar Airways to buy 25% stake in Virgin Australia from Bain

Qatar Airways to buy 25% stake in Virgin Australia from Bain

The stake sale serves as a cornerstone investment ahead of an anticipated return of Virgin Australia into public ownership

UAE rainfall

Downpour hits Dubai: Rare rainfall catches residents off guard

The rainfall comes amid the National Centre of Meteorology having issued yellow and orange warnings for parts of the Emirates

UAE: Petrol, diesel prices for October 2024 announced

UAE cuts petrol, diesel prices for October 2024

The fuel price committee reduced retail prices for Super 98, Special 95, and E-Plus 91 by as much as 0.24 fils per litre in October

Zayed international Airport's Northern Runway reopens Image WAM Abu Dhabi Airports

Upgraded Northern Runway at Zayed International Airport reopens

The reopening of the Northern Runway will allow Zayed International Airport to more effectively manage increasing airline demand

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Maqta Gateway, Presight to bolster trade, logistics with AI

The partnership will focus on developing and commercialising AI and data analytics solutions for the trade of goods in the maritime sector

Abu Dhabi’s ADNH Catering plans to list 40% on local bourse

Abu Dhabi’s ADNH Catering plans to list 40% on local bourse

The catering firm is offering 9 billion shares, representing 40 per cent of the company’s total issued share capital

Oman

Oman lifted from junk status by S&P amid reforms

The upgrade reflects Oman’s commitment to deleveraging its balance sheet and advancing its structural reform agenda

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ACWA Power, Badeel, SAPCO report financial close on key solar PV projects

These projects, valued at $3.2bn, aim to generate a combined capacity of 5.5GW of solar power for Saudi Arabia

FTA extends corporate tax filing deadline for some businesses to Dec 2024 Image-by-WAM

Corporate tax: FTA extends filing deadline for some businesses

Taxable persons incorporated on or after June 1, 2023, with tax periods ending on or before February 29, 2024, now have until December 31 to fulfill their corporate tax obligations

Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah agrees deals worth $1bn with European firms

Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah agrees deals worth $1bn with European firms

The $63bn project is one of the Public Investment Fund’s giant construction efforts aimed at boosting economic growth

Emsteel to co-chair IRENA Decarbonisation Alliance

EMSTEEL Group to co-chair IRENA’s Decarbonisation Alliance

The alliance aims to foster collaboration among companies to develop decarbonisation strategies aligned with national net-zero commitments