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GCC’s maturing IPO market— and what to expect next

Investor appetite in the region remains strong across local, regional, and international participants

Trump tariffs: Is your morning coffee about to get more expensive?

Sugar prices also fell, caught in the melee of tariffs as the US is also one of the world’s top sugar importers

MGX, Silver Lake acquire minority stakes in Khazna Data Centers

MGX, Silver Lake acquire minority stakes in Khazna Data Centers

With the backing of G42, MGX, and Silver Lake, Khazna is set to further expand its footprint in key markets, supporting the growing demand for cutting-edge data centre solutions

Luis Fernando Eleutério Lopes on how UAE and Brazil can leverage infrastructure opportunies

Insights: How the UAE can leverage investment opportunities in Brazil

The partner and chief economist at Patria Investments explores the untapped potential for UAE entities, particularly SWFs, to address Brazil’s crucial infrastructure needs, while fostering mutual economic growth

ADFD launches Dhs440m Sofitel Legend Pyramids Giza project in Egypt

ADFD launches Dhs440m Sofitel Legend Pyramids Giza project

The project’s strategic location near iconic landmarks is expected to attract visitors from around the world, creating new investment opportunities and driving sustainable growth in Egypt’s tourism sector

Abu Dhabi’s MGX makes $2bn crypto investment in Binance

The deal, which Binance called its first institutional investment, is one of the largest ever in the crypto industry

Julius Baer's Kunal Sumaya on Dubai's rise as an investment haven for NRIs

Julius Baer’s Kunal Sumaya on Dubai’s rise as an investment haven for NRIs

The Head of Global NRI at Julius Baer discusses the key trends shaping wealth management for non-resident Indians, Dubai’s attractiveness for high-net-worth individuals, and the evolving needs of the next generation of investors

UAE, Italy sign 3 investment MoUs in pharma, minerals and AI sectors

UAE, Italy sign 3 investment MoUs in pharma, minerals and AI sectors

The partnership agreements provide frameworks for investment in the life sciences value chain, resource development and digital infrastructure

Bader Saeed Hareb shares Why luxury real estate in UAE draws global investors

Insights: Why luxury real estate in UAE draws global investors

Driven by liberal policies, robust growth, and an influx of wealthy foreign buyers, the luxury property market in the UAE is poised for further expansion, attracting both institutional and individual investors

Saudi Arabia welcomes 60 million visitors in H1 2024

Saudi investment funds: New possibilities explored

The Capital Market Authority (CMA) in Saudi Arabia has initiated a public consultation regarding proposed changes

Speakers, agenda set for Gulf Business' 20 Feb real estate panel

Speakers, agenda set for Gulf Business’ 20 Feb real estate panel

The GB Business Breakfast Briefing is here, bringing fresh insights into the UAE real estate market

Trump calls for $1 trillion Saudi investment, lower oil prices

Trump calls for $1tn Saudi investment, lower oil prices

On January 23, the Saudi State news agency said the kingdom wants to put $600 billion into expanded investment and trade with the US over the next four years

Saudi Arabia pledges to invest $600bn in the US under President Trump

Saudi Arabia pledges to invest $600bn in the US under President Trump

The kingdom is eager to seize partnership and investment opportunities created by the new administration’s anticipated reforms

Insights: Dubai reigns as the ultimate destination for luxury living

Insights: Dubai reigns as the ultimate destination for luxury living

From January to August 2024, Bayut recorded over 1.8 million detailed page views for high-end homes, signalling unprecedented interest in Dubai’s luxury market

New Dhs1bn fund targets reshaping UAE health, wellness

Announcing the Fund in Dubai at CLP’s new Longevity Hub, the clinic highlighted its GCC growth strategy

New Zealand seals trade deal with GCC states

New Zealand seals trade deal with GCC to boost exports, investment

The trade pact would remove tariffs for 51 per cent of New Zealand’s exports to the region from day one

Saudi minister asserts economic resilience to investors at FII conference

Saudi minister asserts economic resilience to investors at FII conference

The kingdom unveiled its Vision 2030 plan in 2016, which involves hundreds of billions of dollars of investments to wean the country’s economy off oil

UAE, Vietnam seal comprehensive economic partnership agreement

UAE, Vietnam seal comprehensive economic partnership agreement

The bilateral trade pact is expected to unlock new avenues for cooperation in key sectors such as food production, apparel, machinery, and metals

Hoxton Wealth's Chris Ball

Hoxton Wealth’s Chris Ball on the company’s rebranding and ambitious goals

From pivoting its business model to embracing technology in wealth management, Hoxton Wealth has set a strong foundation for the future, says its founder and managing partner

UAE, Jordan sign comprehensive economic partnership agreement

The UAE’s latest CEPA deal is with this Arab nation

The deal builds on robust UAE-Jordan economic ties, with non-oil trade reaching over $4.2bn in 2023

Preserving cultural legacy: Family office dynamics in the Middle East

Family businesses now face a vastly different marketplace than their founders, and questions around legacy often arise

Abu Dhabi real estate market trends for H1 2024 according to Bayut's findings Image_Getty Images

Abu Dhabi wealth fund ADQ sells $2bn bond

ADQ is fully owned by the Abu Dhabi government, which holds more than 90 per cent of the United Arab Emirates’ oil reserves

UAE President to begin state visit to US on Sept 23

UAE President to begin state visit to US on Sept 23

The UAE-US relationship, which spans more than five decades, is marked by robust economic ties, with bilateral trade reaching $31.4bn in 2023

UAE, Australia reach trade deal to boost exports, investment

UAE, Australia reach trade deal to boost exports, investment

The trade pact will remove tariffs on about 99 per cent of Australian products, resulting in savings of $91m (AUD135m) in the first year

EFG_Hermes-annual london conference

EFG Hermes’ annual meet shines light on MENA investment opportunities

The event explored transformative innovations in capital markets and regulatory developments while highlighting investment prospects

ADQ to buy minority stake in Sotheby’s

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ to acquire minority stake in Sotheby’s

The deal, valued at approximately $1bn, marks a significant partnership aimed at supporting Sotheby’s growth and innovation plans

Arab countries’ energy sector secures $406bn projects

Arab countries’ energy sector attracts projects worth $406bn

The US topped the list of foreign investors in the oil and gas sector across the Arab world, with 85 projects

‘Prioritise the fundamentals when investing', says SJP's Martin Hennecke

‘Prioritise the fundamentals when investing’, says SJP’s Martin Hennecke

St. James’s Place’s (SJP) head of Asia and Middle East Investment Advisory offers a strategic perspective on investments, the importance of diversification and the firm’s foray into Dubai

Saudi's PIF boosts stake in Saudi Re with $114m investment

Saudi’s PIF boosts stake in Saudi Re with $114m investment

Saudi Re plans to raise its capital by SAR267.3m ($71m) through this strategic subscription agreement with the kingdom’s sovereign fund

UAE-Japan sign MOUs

UAE, Japan strengthen strategic partnership, sign MoUs

The two sides reviewed the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Initiative, focusing on joint projects aimed at sustainable economic growth