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SAIB reports $139 million Q1 net profit

its assets increased by 20.08 percent to $43.65bn.

Nissan forecasts $5.3bn annual net loss

Last year, it announced 9,000 job cuts worldwide.

Saudia to acquire 20 wide-body aircraft

10 of these being acquired for its flydaeal low-cost airline

ADIB’s Q1 net profit $517 million

Q1 2025 net profit before tax increased 18% YoY.

Emirates Islamic Q1 profit $394m

The bank's profit crossed AED 1bn mark for the first time.
  • SFD-financed Arkiz Agricultural Project in Mauritania inaugurated

    Dubai, UAE -- The Arkiz Agricultural Project in Mauritania, which has been financed by the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD)...

    The project will improve the efficiency of Mauritania's water, irrigation and drainage facilities, while delivering agricultural equipment and potable water to farmers.

    Since 1979, the fund has contributed toward 20 development projects in Mauritania, at a value of over $665 million.

  • $661m plot of land among weeklong real estate deals in Dubai

    The emirate recorded a total of 3,785 real estate transactions worth AED 16.6bn ($4.51 billion) during the week ending 22...

    The sum of the amount of mortgaged properties for the week was 2.29bn, with the highest being a land in Al Safouh Second, mortgaged for AED 509.2 million.

    A total of 216 plots were sold for AED 4.91bn 2,729 apartments and villas were sold for AED 7.49bn. A total of 257 properties were granted between first-degree relatives.

  • Export Bahrain and HKTDC sign agreement to ramp up trade ties

    Manama, Bahrain--Export Bahrain and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) have signed a strategic partnership agreement to strengthen trade ties...

    The agreement between the two sides looks to foster mutually beneficial trade and economic cooperation

    As per the dea, both sides will facilitate access to a wide range of opportunities for enterprises in both countries

  • ESG and sustainability redefine UAE financial markets

    "The UAE's success in establishing a fully regulated carbon market, integrating carbon regulation to manage and trade emissions effectively, providing...

    Nadim Najjar of LSEG highlights UAE's commitment to net-zero emissions and sustainable practices.

    Strategic alliance between ADX and LSEG exemplifies a commitment to sustainability, he adds.

  • 2023: A year of technological triumphs in the GCC

    This year, the GCC region has solidified its technological leadership, with AI, blockchain, and the metaverse leading the charge in...

    In 2023, the GCC region has solidified its technological leadership, with AI, blockchain, and the metaverse leading the charge in transforming various sectors.

    The GCC's 2023 tech journey has been marked by significant strides in sustainable technology, cybersecurity, and a bold entry into space exploration.

  • 10m people attend Riyadh Season 2023 events in first 50 days, says report

    RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - According to the Riyadh Season, 10 million people took part in the activities organized in the...

    Riyadh Season 2023 started in late October, and since then, it has witnessed a large visitor turnout at all entertainment areas.

    At the Season, visitors can enjoy concerts, exhibitions, festivals and other events in which celebrities and prominent brands participate.

  • Twitter breached contract on bonuses payment, rules US court

    SAN FRANCISCO, US - A US federal court ruled that social media company Twitter, now branded X, violated contracts by failing...

    The breach-of-contract lawsuit was brought by former employer Mark Schobinger in June.

    The court said that Schobinger's claim of breach of contract under California law was valid.

  • Deyaar, Arady Properties sign MoU

    Deyaar is a leading real estate developer in Dubai.

    The MoU outlines the commercial objectives for the project and provides a framework for further negotiations

    Deyaar has developed strategic partnerships with renowned real estate entities in the region and beyond

  • Qatar’s customs and tax departments link up e-services to ‘facilitate’ business

    Doha, Qatar--The General Authority of Customs and the General Tax Authority have announced the launch of the interconnection between their...

    The launch of interconnection is expected to achieve automation and integration of procedures, with the aim of providing the best services to taxpayers

    The chairman of customs said that the e-connection between customs and tax services is part of Qatar's vision to leverage technology and provide advanced and effective services

  • Qatar expects a decrease in inflation next year

    Doha, Qatar-- Inflation in Qatar is expected to fall in 2024, according to Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, the Minister...

    The Qatari finance minister said the high inflation in Qatar during 2023 was linked to high food prices, and it was a temporary phenomenon

    The minister said the total expenditure in the 2024 budget will be US$55.1 billion, a one percent compared to the current year's budget