Economy

Ahead of the Sharjah Investment Forum in October, the IIS CEO talks about diversification, AI and building an economy that adapts

Industry experts say beauty businesses often serve as an early indicator of changing consumer sentiment

Optimism among Middle Eastern high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) remains exceptionally strong: a third reported major wealth accumulation last year, and 43 per cent are expanding their investments and expenditures

More than 1,700 representatives from the tourism, aviation, hospitality, retail and events sectors attended the bi-annual City Briefing at Dubai Opera on June 3

The comments came during a visit to the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), where Sheikh Hamdan was briefed on plans aimed at accelerating economic growth across the emirate

Dubai Economic Development Corporation’s (DEDC) COO on how the D33 agenda, integrated industrial zones, and global trde access are being converted into bankable investment.

Sharjah recorded a total of 331 domestic and foreign investment projects in 2025, representing combined investments of Dhs12.8bn and creating 11,898 jobs

The announcement raises the value of industrial procurement opportunities under the programme from Dhs168bn to Dhs180bn over the next decade

By structuring investments through government-aligned partnerships, the Dubai royal is advancing a model of commercial engagement that strengthens bilateral ties while delivering infrastructure to emerging markets

S&P noted that the UAE economy is underpinned by strong fiscal and economic resilience, supported by consolidated government net assets estimated at around 184 percent of GDP in 2026