Dubai real estate sales in February reached AED 51.1 billion, a 39.91_ increase in value on the same month last year.

Dubai real estate sales hit Dhs51.1bn in Feb; see top performing areas

Dubai’s February property sales have seen a 449 per cent increase in value over the past five years

Al-Futtaim Family Office invests in China’s BYD as automaker raises $5.59bn

The UAE’s Al-Futtaim Family Office is a key investor in the share sale, and the two firms are planning on forming a strategic partnership, according to BYD

ADNOC, OMV to establish $60bn global polyolefins entity

ADNOC, OMV to establish $60bn global polyolefins entity

Borouge Group International will be jointly controlled as an equal partnership between ADNOC  and OMV, with OMV injecting EUR1.6bn cash into the consolidated entity to equalise shareholding

Akasa Air’s new routes: Airline links 2 more Indian cities to Abu Dhabi

The flights from Bengaluru and Ahmedabad are in addition to the daily service between Mumbai and Abu Dhabi, which was introduced in July 2024

Dubai Holding and RTA ink Dhs6bn deal for traffic enhancement Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai Holding, RTA ink Dhs6bn road enhancement deal for these areas

The agreement covers Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai Production City, Business Bay, Palm Jumeirah and International City (Phase 3)

Ramadan 2025: Ajman government employees to work remotely on Fridays

The working hours of departments operating on a shift basis will be determined based on operational needs

Video: Dubai’s RTA unveils cashless payments, free Wi-Fi for commuters

The Wi-Fi service will undergo continuous evaluation to facilitate its expansion and enhancement

UAE fuel prices drop for March 2025 Image-courtesy-Peter-Cade_Getty-Image-e1682863992162

UAE announces fuel prices for March 2025

The adjustment comes as global oil markets experience relative stability, with Brent crude prices fluctuating around $80 per barrel in recent weeks

Ramadan 2025: Dubai’s RTA announces metro, public parking timings

The revised timings apply to all of its entities

Ramadan 2025: Dubai announces remote learning for private school students on Fridays

The private schools are also encouraged to accommodate families for whom remote learning may not be suitable

Ramadan 2025: Dubai authority approves flexible, remote work policy for government employees

The employees are also permitted to work remotely for up to two days a week

Ramadan 2025: Abu Dhabi public schools introduce remote learning on Fridays

This initiative enables students to participate in activities at home alongside their families

Ramadan 2025: UAE council calls residents for sighting crescent moon

The Council prays that the blessed month of Ramadan brings goodness, prosperity, and blessings to the Arab and Islamic nations and the world at large

ADNOC signs LNG deal with Japan's Osaka Gas Getty Images

ADNOC secures long-term LNG deal with Japan’s Osaka Gas

Under the deal, LNG cargoes will be shipped to Osaka Gas and its Singapore-based subsidiary, Osaka Gas Energy Supply and Trading 

FAB end of service benefits funds get final nod from UAE authorities

FAB end of service benefits funds get final nod from UAE authorities

The funds are managed by FAB Asset Management, one of the largest MENA-focused asset managers with over 20 years of regional expertise

SCA imposes fines on firms violating AML CFT rules

UAE: SCA imposes Dhs1.15m in penalties on firms for AML/CFT violations

The SCA has announced a series of financial penalties against those companies since the beginning of January

IHC Chairman - H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan

IHC reports net profit of Dhs25.7bn in 2024

IHC’s total assets expanded to Dhs401.8bn, up 52 per cent, supported by strategic investments and portfolio expansion

Insights: How to successfully tap the GCC's luxury market

Insights: How global brands can tap GCC’s luxury market

Data shows that 39 per cent of customers in the region strongly value personalised connections with advisors, but there’s significant room for improvement in delivering this consistently

Dubai: New traffic signal control system to reduce congestion by 20%

This is expected to play a key role in reducing the duration of commutes

Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways aims to announce IPO this week

Last week, Etihad Airways reported a net profit that more than tripled last year to $476m

UAE fuel prices: Will they rise or fall for March 2025?

The UAE announced the retail fuel prices for February 2025, raising the rates by as much as 0.13 fils per litre compared to the month of January 2025

Equitativa's Thierry Delvaux discusses Emirates REIT’s successes, plans

Equitativa’s Thierry Delvaux discusses Emirates REIT’s successes, plans

Thierry Delvaux delves into the key drivers behind Emirates REIT’s success, the evolving UAE real estate landscape, and his strategic vision for 2025 and beyond

Mohre annouces shorter working hours for provate sector during Ramadan Image courtesy WAM

Ramadan 2025: UAE announces working hours for private sector

The announcement comes in the implementation of Federal Decree Law No 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Labour Relations and its amendments

Abu Dhabi Mobility inaugurates Al Aliah Ferry Terminal

Abu Dhabi Mobility inaugurates Al Aliah Ferry Terminal

The new terminal provides convenient ferry access, meeting daily mobility needs and enabling the potential future expansion of local maritime services

New ADX Group to boost Abu Dhabi’s investment ecosystem

With a modernised trading system, expanded product offerings, and advanced technology infrastructure, ADX Group is poised to become a central player in the global financial marketplace

Sky’s the limit: flydubai announces record-breaking annual results

The airline continues to push boundaries and reach new milestones year-on-year

Saudi Arabia unveils new official Riyal symbol

Saudi Arabia unveils new official Riyal symbol

The new Saudi Riyal symbol is inspired by Arabic calligraphy and aligns with the kingdom’s Vision 2030

Al Qudra development project contract awarded Image RTA _X

Al Qudra Street development: What the Dhs798m project in Dubai entails

The project is expected to decrease travel time significantly, reducing the average journey from 9.4 minutes to just 2.8 minutes

Dubai road upgrade: Expansion, new traffic lights to ease vehicle flow

The RTA, in January, also approved Dhs1.5bn for the Al Fay Street Development Project

Now use the Parkin smart app to pay for public parking

New: Now use Parkin’s smart app to pay for public parking

The app’s real-time parking finder with a clustering feature helps locate available spaces, while an advanced search function provides access to on and off-street parking options