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UAE banks provide Dhs15.6bn to trade, industrial sectors in Q1 2024

UAE banks provide Dhs15.6bn to trade, industrial sectors in Q1 2024

National banks accounted for 90 per cent of the combined credit to the two sectors, while the remaining 10 per cent (Dhs84.3bn) came from foreign banks

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Wealth Migration Report 2024: The UAE remains a millionaire’s favourite country

The report shows a significant increase in HNWI migrations, highlighting a growing trend of millionaires seeking stability and opportunity in favourable jurisdictions

Tom Brown, President EMEA, SharkNinja, addresses media at the official SharkNinja UAE launch

SharkNinja moves: EMEA president Tom Brown on the company’s regional growth strategy

In an exclusive interview with Gulf Business, SharkNinja’s Tom Brown shares the strategy driving the global product design and technology company’s expansion in the UAE and Middle East

Help AG CTO Nicolai Solling shares the impact of cyber threats in the GCC and findings of the 2024 state of the market report

Help AG CTO Nicolai Solling shares the impact of cyber threats in the GCC

The CTO shares the findings of Help AG’s State of the Market Report, which delivered key insights into cybersecurity threats, trends and emerging technologies over the past year

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UAE banking sector’s liquid assets rise to Dhs786.6bn in Q1 2024

CBUAE highlighted a quarter over quarter rise of 5.7 per cent, equivalent to Dhs42.7bn, compared to about Dhs743.95bn at the end of Q4 2023

UAE cabinet approves housing aid valued at Dhs1.86bn ahead of Eid-Al-Adha

UAE Cabinet approves housing aid valued at Dhs1.86bn ahead of Eid-Al-Adha

In addition to approving the housing aid, the cabinet launched the Manzili initiative, a streamlined service bundle designed to simplify the housing loan application process for programme beneficiaries

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BlackRock appoints MD for UAE, Oman and Bahrain

The global financial giant has tapped former Mubadala and Goldman Sachs executive to lead its operations in the three GCC countries

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UAE announces new federal traffic law to regulate EVs, self-driving cars

The new traffic law, aims to facilitate the broader adoption of self-driving vehicles and electric cars, keeping in line with advances in modern urban planning and sustainability efforts

Owning UAE real estate through a corporate vehicle: All you need to know

Owning UAE real estate through a corporate vehicle: All you need to know

Real estate ownership through a corporate entity offers several important benefits over purchasing as an individual, especially when it comes to financial efficiency and legal protection

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5 steps to mastering forex trading in UAE

The forex market is constantly evolving, so it’s crucial to keep learning and adapting to stay ahead

ADNOC pays off ADNOC Distribution’s $1.19bn bond

UAE’s ADNOC pays off $1.19bn to ADNOC Distribution bondholders

The exchangeable bonds were issued in May 2021 along with the offering of approximately 375 million shares in ADNOC Distribution

Eid Al Adha 2024 holidays announced for UAE public, private sector

UAE announces Eid Al Adha 2024 holidays for public, private sector

Public and private sector workers will have a four-day weekend to mark Eid Al Adha 2024

UAE to open 6,000 rest stations for delivery riders

UAE to open 6,000 air-conditioned delivery rider rest areas

Delivery bikers will be given interactive maps to help them easily locate and access the rest stations during the midday break

Saudi Arabia joins China and UAE in mBridge project

Saudi Arabia joins central bank digital currency project mBridge

The initiative was unveiled in 2021 to pilot cross-border payments in digital currencies issued by central banks

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UAE government records revenues of $18.03bn in 2023

The figures were part of the consolidated financial statement published by the UAE’s Ministry of Finance

Etihad, Tawazun, GE partner to advance flight safety

Abu Dhabi’s Etihad, China Eastern form joint venture to boost growth

The commercial venture will be implemented in early 2025 when the two carriers secure governmental approvals

UAE seeks deeper trade, investment ties with Malaysia

UAE, Malaysia seek deeper ties after trade reached $4.7bn in 2023

The trade pact between the two states is expected to boost investment in Malaysia by the Gulf state’s sovereign wealth funds

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Mashreq shores up capital with tightly priced $500m bond deal

The transaction achieved the largest price tightening by any UAE bank in the last five years for an additional tier 1 transaction

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How MENA’s financial services sector is empowering women

MENA countries have made significant progress in empowering women economically, politically, and socially, and considers women to be key partners in sustainable growth

Property Finder CEO says UAE visa reforms drive property boom

UAE visa reforms drive property boom, Property Finder CEO says

Dubai has historically been a city where many people prefer renting, but visa reforms are driving a shift towards home ownership

Egypt’s central bank committed to a flexible exchange rate

Egypt’s net foreign assets deficit contracts $586m in April

Egypt commercial banks’ foreign assets climbed by $606m in April while their liabilities rose by $653m

Lucid sets up Dubai Retail Studio

EV giant Lucid opens showroom in Dubai, expands presence in the region

With the inauguration of the latest studio in Dubai, Lucid now has 38 studio locations worldwide

UAE announces petrol, diesel prices for June 2024

Relief for motorists as UAE announces petrol price cuts

The fuel price committee reduced the retail rates for Super 98, Special 95, and E-Plus 91 by as much as 20 fils per litre in June

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UAE, China sign strategic agreements to enhance trade and boost Belt and Road Initiative

The UAE’s active participation in China’s BRI includes substantial investments and infrastructure development, reinforcing its role as a critical logistics hub

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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed speaks at China-Arab Forum

Sheikh Mohamed highlighted the importance of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum in a time when global solidarity is crucial to facing shared challenges

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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed lands in Beijing for state visit

The visit comes amid growing trade ties between the UAE and China

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UAE-South Korea sign historic CEPA deal during President Sheikh Mohamed’s visit

Under the CEPA, both nations will eliminate tariffs on more than 90 per cent of imports over time

OPEC+ latest: Group meets against backdrop of uncertain market

OPEC+: Understanding the differences over oil production capacity

Capacity discussions can be complicated by different oil price preferences among OPEC+ members

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When does summer start in the UAE?

The prevailing foggy conditions signify the transition of seasons from winter to summer, which is distinguished by variability and a rapid change in weather patterns

EDB allocates Dhs5bn to boost manufacturing sector

UAE’s EDB allocates Dhs5bn to boost manufacturing sector

The development bank seeks to provide Dhs30bn in financing to support 13,500 companies within five priority sectors by 2026