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CFI’s trade volumes surpass $1 trillion in Q3 2024

In Q3 2024, CFI recorded a trading volume of $1.03 trillion, marking a 34.47 per cent growth from Q2 2024 and a 129.4 per cent increase compared to Q3 2023

Comparing investment funds: MENA region versus the rest

Comparing investment funds: MENA region versus the rest

MENA funds have shown robust performance, particularly in the energy sector, driven by the region’s abundant natural resources

Middle East’s first net-positive mosque launched in Dubai

Equipped with 203 solar panels, the Majid Al Futtaim Mosque generates over 204,121 kWh of power annually, exceeding its energy needs by 115 per cent

MENA IPO outlook remains positive in Q3 2024 despite global slowdown

MENA IPO outlook remains positive in Q3 despite global slowdown

The MENA IPO market is expected to close out 2024 on a high note, driven by government support for economic diversification and growing interest from regional and global investors in the MENA region’s dynamic opportunities

Are autonomous vehicles the key to sustainable mobility in the region's EV revolution?

Are autonomous vehicles the key to sustainable mobility in the region’s EV revolution?

The UAE and Saudi Arabia are rising stars from the Middle East in embracing driverless transportation to achieve sustainable mobility

The Middle East EV market: A $54bn opportunity by 2035

The Middle East EV market: A $54bn opportunity by 2035, shows report

While the potential is vast, high costs, limited EV models, and insufficient charging infrastructure remain significant barriers

Oil edges up on Middle East war concerns, US crude stockpile drop

Oil prices regain ground after 7% loss last week

Oil prices rose on Monday following last week’s decline amid worries about weak demand in China

Interview: Essam Al Tamimi on building a regional legal powerhouse

Al Tamimi & Company has grown from a single office in Sharjah to become the largest law firm in the Middle East

Abu Dhabi’s Modon, Candy Capital form luxury real estate JV

Abu Dhabi’s Modon, Candy Capital form luxury real estate JV

The joint venture will build on Modon’s development pipeline as well as sites currently owned by Candy

Habib Bank AG Zurich: A future-forward wealth management strategy

Habib Bank AG Zurich: A future-forward wealth management strategy

Sheheryar Rasul, CEO and country head – Switzerland Group Wealth Management, Habib Bank AG Zurich, shares the bank’s long-term vision, with a focus on trust and innovation

CYVN, Nio team up for electric vehicle innovation

Nio and CYVN Holdings drive EV innovation in Abu Dhabi debut

CYVN Holdings will support NIO with strategic investments for the expansion, which will start with UAE

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

GCC non-oil growth remains strong despite fiscal uncertainty, reveals report

GCC non-oil growth remains strong despite fiscal uncertainty, reveals report

According to PwC, the non-oil growth outturn for 2024 is encouraging at 4 per cent in UAE, 3.7 per cent in Saudi, 3.8 per cent in Oman and 4.7 per cent in Kuwait

Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort opens in Oman; the brand's first in the region

Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort opens in Oman

Part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts family, the hotel features 173 rooms, suites, and chalets, each designed to reflect local themes such as damask roses, pomegranates and the region’s famous indigo plants

Danish Ahmed CEO Founder Healthtrip

UK-based wellness platform Healthtrip expands to Middle East

The platform has collaborations with over 1,500 hospitals and wellness centres across the US, UK, Germany, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, India, Singapore and Egypt

Thierry Sabbagh of Nissan Middle East on the Arc and key auto trends

Nissan’s Thierry Sabbagh on The Arc, electrification and all-new Patrol

Nissan’s DVP and president – Middle East, Saudi Arabia & CIS discusses the brand’s impressive growth in the region, driven by a diverse product lineup, robust SUV demand, and customer-centric innovations

leadership - Middle East

5 key strategies for business success in the Middle East

Despite regional flux, up to 42 per cent of UAE-based regional CEOs expect double-digit growth in 2024 indicating a thriving business environment, as per an EMIR survey

Anghami reports 18.3% rise in video streaming subscribers post merger

Anghami reports 18.3% rise in video streaming subscribers post merger

Factors driving growth include Anghami securing an exclusive multi-year deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, bringing Max Originals and Warner Bros. films to OSN+

Global airlines fly over Afghanistan as Middle East becomes the greater risk

Global airlines fly over Afghanistan as Middle East becomes the greater risk

The route changes have been facilitated by aviation regulators easing guidance on Afghanistan

oil

Oil prices ease on China demand fears, focus on Middle East talks

That has stoked worries among traders about a slump in demand from China, where refineries sharply cut crude processing rates last month on tepid fuel demand

Oil edges up on Middle East war concerns, US crude stockpile drop

Oil edges up on Middle East war concerns, US crude stockpile drop

A broader conflict in the Middle East could threaten oil moving through key choke points in the region

Habib Bank on navigating volatility in 2024

Habib Bank AG Zurich 2024 outlook: Navigating volatility, seizing opportunities

Dr David Wartenweiler, CFA, the bank’s chief investment officer, gives insights into the market outlook for the remainder of 2024

Lebanon-Beirut

Middle East: As tensions mount, a look at Lebanon’s myriad crises

Lebanon’s multiple crises include a contracting economy, lack of governance and tensions in the region causing an influx of refugees

Insights: 3 ways bold leadership can help businesses capitalise on opportunities

Insights: 3 ways bold leadership can help businesses capitalise on opportunities

We explore three strategies leaders can use to ensure their businesses are more agile and innovative

National Pulse invests in fintech firm Aleta Planet

UAE’s National Pulse invests in Singapore’s fintech firm Aleta Planet

The investment will pave the way for the payments firm’s expansion into the UAE, Middle East and Africa

What the region's data centres can learn from UAE's Olympics swim team Image: Getty Images/ for illustrative purposes

What the region’s data centres can learn from UAE’s Olympic swim team

On average, a single large data centre generates enough heat energy to warm approximately 100 Olympic-sized swimming pools for an entire month

supply chains

FedEx MEA’s Taarek Hinedi shares key trends in logistics, expansion plans

The vice president of FedEx MEA Operations discusses the company’s strategic initiatives, including the new FedEx hub at Dubai World Central

Investment firm Ardian raises $3.2bn for sixth co-investment fund

Investment firm Ardian raises $3.2bn for sixth co-investment fund

The new fund attracted 188 investors from Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia

Staycations rise, visitors staying longer in Middle East, reveals travel report

Staycations rise, visitors staying longer in Middle East, reveals travel report

The emphasis on regional travel, unique experiences and budget-friendly options like cruises are set to shape the future of tourism in 2024 and beyond

AXA IM Alts grows global presence with ADGM office

French investment firm AXA IM Alts expands global footprint with ADGM office

The Abu Dhabi office will be primarily focused on capital raising across AXA IM Alts’ private and alternative assets range