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CMO behind the curtain: How Dalida Nahas is shaping digital transformation in the GCC

Nahas exemplifies the new breed of leaders: not just marketing executives, but strategic partners who help organisations reinvent themselves

Shivkumar Rohira, CEO, EMEA, of Klay Group, on recalibrating for a multi-polar market: what investors should know

Recalibrating for a multi-polar market: what investors should know

As global wealth creation enters a new era of higher rates, fragmented growth, and rapid technological disruption, Gulf investors are rethinking how to balance resilience, risk, and purpose

Upcoming public holidays in GCC: National days, closures you can't miss

Upcoming public holidays in GCC: National days, closures you can’t miss

From the UAE’s commemorative events to Oman’s consecutive national days, the holidays are poised to affect both the public and private sectors

Schneider Electric's Neslihan on how the gig economy is leading talent transformation in MEA

How the gig economy is leading talent transformation in MEA

Looking ahead, supporting the gig economy is not simply a matter of finding short-term help; it’s about fundamentally reshaping talent strategy, says

Inside IKEA’s 'Price Lowered' strategy: How it's taking on rising costs

Inside IKEA’s ‘Price Lowered’ strategy: How it’s taking on rising costs

This permanent price reduction strategy is more than just a response to inflation, it is a clear signal of IKEA’s dedication to delivering lasting value

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GCC tourism sector projected to reach $371.2bn by 2034: GCC STAT

By 2034, the tourism industry is expected to generate around 1.3 million new jobs, reflecting its potential to further bolster employment opportunities in the region

Winners revealed at the Gulf Business Awards 2025

Among the evening’s most celebrated honourees was Gerald Lawless, executive and former CEO of Jumeirah Group, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award

GCC food consumption to hit 55.5 million metric tonnes by 2029, shows report

GCC food consumption to hit 55.5 million metric tonnes by 2029, shows report

Food consumption in the GCC is projected to grow on the back of demographic expansion, rising spending power and burgeoning tourism activity

GCC captures $24bn of $1tn global green FDI: Strategy&

GCC captures $24bn of $1tn global green FDI: Strategy&

The UAE, Oman and Saudi Arabia invested $132bn abroad in the same period, accounting for 29 outbound and 10 inbound green FDI deals

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US Fed cuts rates for first time this year: How it will impact the GCC

The UAE’ central bank also reduced the base rate applied to its overnight deposit facility by 25 bps to 4.15 per cent, from 4.40 per cent, effective Thursday

Comparing GCC’s leave policies: Where do workers get the best breaks?

Comparing GCC’s leave policies: Where do workers get the best breaks?

Among all six GCC nations, Oman’s new Labour Law (Sultani Decree No. 53/2023) stands out as the most progressive and comprehensive

GCC boom: Top 10 game-changing projects you need to see

GCC boom: Top 10 game-changing projects you need to see

These projects are not mere infrastructural enhancements; they are the beating heart of a broader strategy to diversify economies

Engineer Amer Khansaheb, CEO and board member of Union Propertie, on GCC real estate journey

From icons to infrastructure: Union Properties CEO on GCC’s real estate evolution

Alongside physical infrastructure, digital transformation is another defining force in the real estate landscape, says Khansaheb

GCC assets under management (AuM) reach $2.2tn in 2024: BCG report

GCC assets under management reach $2.2tn in 2024, shows report

The region’s 9 per cent AuM growth underscores its rising prominence as a hub for institutional and retail capital, says BCG’s Lukasz Rey

AI is rising, but can it replace the Majlis? The GCC still runs on relationships

In the Gulf, the real decision-making power still lies in something far more human: relationships

Everllence's Gaby Hanna on rebranding, decarbonisation and carbon capture tech

Everllence’s Gaby Hanna on rebranding, decarbonisation and CCUS tech

The Everllence MEA MD shares the company’s focus on integrating proven technologies into existing operations to optimise efficiency

Yasmina is now in Oman: What is this human-like AI assistant capable of?

Yasmina is now in Oman: What is this human-like AI assistant capable of?

Unlike conventional AI assistants, Yasmina provides features uniquely tailored to the needs of Omani users

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GCC IPO market holds steady with $2.5bn raised in Q2 2025, PwC says

PwC noted that while Q3 is typically a quieter season for IPOs, a strong and diversified pipeline remains in place across the GCC

India launches e-visa for Kuwaitis: What you need to know

India launches e-visa for Kuwaitis: What you need to know

The service covers five main categories: tourism, business, medical, ayush-yoga, and conference visas

GCC luxury market has defied global slowdown, says Chaloub Group's Jasmina Banda

GCC luxury market has defied global slowdown, says Chalhoub Group’s Jasmina Banda

Seven new malls featuring luxury brands are scheduled to open across the UAE and Saudi Arabia by 2027, and these developments will definitely help boost the GCC luxury sector further, says Banda

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Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill explained

The bill narrowly cleared its final hurdle in the House of Representatives, positioning it to become law following his signature on July 4

UAE and other GCC states condemns Iran missile strike on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar Image for illustrative purposes image courtesy wAM

UAE, GCC, Egypt denounce Iran’s strike on Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base

The UAE described the strike as a clear violation of the UN Charter and expressed its firm rejection of any act that jeopardises the security and safety of Qatar

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Qatar strongly condemns Iranian strike on Al Udeid Air Base

Qatari air defence systems intercepted and repelled the incoming missiles this evening, preventing damage or casualties, according to a statement

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Israel-Iran tensions: Updates from GCC, global airlines

The widespread suspension of flights underscores the far-reaching implications of the latest escalation between Israel and Iran

UAE economy to grow 5.1 per cent in 2025 — ICAEW

Non-oil GDP growth remains solid, underpinned by strong purchasing managers’ index readings and a sharp rise in international trade

How to build a workforce to deliver on the GCC’s ESG ambitions. Kais Zribi shares insights

How to build a workforce to deliver on the GCC’s ESG ambitions

There is a growing consensus that strong ESG performance is essential for organisations to stay competitive and appealing to investors, customers, and other key stakeholders

Carl Sykes, CEO, Neptune P2P Group on why GCC ports' security faces risks as trade grows

Insights: Gulf ports face new security challenges as trade ambitions accelerate

Port security should not be seen as an obstacle to trade but as a core pillar of competitiveness, says Sykes

Dominic Raab: Unlocking the GCC’s critical minerals opportunity

Former UK Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary, Dominic Raab, exclusively writes for Gulf Business on how the GCC can play a bigger global role in critical mineral supply chains

Insights: GCC, tariffs and the new world trade order

Insights: GCC, tariffs and the new world trade order

Against the backdrop, public and private-sector decision makers in the GCC must think strategically and leverage their stability and strengths to prepare for the new-look future

Turning challenges into catalysts: EFG Hermes’ Mohamed Abu Basha on the region's resilient economic trajectory

Turning challenges into catalysts: EFG Hermes’ Mohamed Abu Basha on the region’s resilient economic trajectory

The head of Macroeconomic Analysis at EFG Hermes shares an opportunity-driven view of how the Middle East is responding to inflation, diversification, and capital markets development