UAE among world’s top 10 recipients of FDI in 2025, UN report says
Foreign direct investment into the UAE rose by about 6 per cent to reach $48.24 billion in 2025,…
UAE oil exports rebound to 85% of prewar levels despite Strait of Hormuz closure, IEA says
Oil exports from the UAE in early June recovered to reach nearly 85 per cent of prewar levels,…
Gulf countries maintain credit ratings and stable outlooks amid Iran war uncertainties
Five Gulf countries have maintained their credit ratings and stable outlooks amid the US-Iran war, largely due to…
Gulf economy grows 5.2% in the third quarter of 2025 on balanced sectors
The Gulf economy grew 5.2 per cent year-on-year in the third quarter of 2025, underpinned by a balance…
UAE financial sector can weather impact of Iran war, executives say
The banking sector in the UAE is “strong” and can sustain the impact of the Iran war and…
Cities in ‘polycrisis’ is new normal and Gulf countries are ready for it
Cities around the world are moving into an era of “polycrisis”, where pandemics, climate shocks, wars, financial stress…
Qatar to introduce 10-year residency programme for entrepreneurs, senior executives
Qatar will roll out a 10-year residency programme for entrepreneurs and senior executives, Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin…
Chinese firms anchor in Dubai free zones to navigate trade barriers and expand reach
Chinese firms are increasingly anchoring themselves in Dubai’s free trade zones to navigate trade barriers and tap new…
Messy overhead internet cables keep Ayanawaram residents on toes
CHENNAI: A web of wires running haphazardly overhead is among the first things one notices while walking down…
How Fed cuts will shape Gulf spending, from credit cards to corporate debt
The US interest rate cut on Wednesday means lower borrowing costs, more disposable income and a boost to…
GCC Commercial Construction Market Size to Reach USD 1,43,486.3 Million by 2033: Trends & Opportunities
GCC Commercial Construction Market Overview
Market Size in 2024: USD 70,265.6 Million
Market Size in 2033: USD 1,43,486.3…
Saudi Arabia to expand pension and savings programme to foreign workers
Saudi Arabia is preparing to launch a voluntary pension and savings programme that, for the first time, will…