Chinese auto giant BYD to integrate DeepSeek, broaden self-driving tech
BYD will install its "God's Eye" autonomous driving system in at least 21 models, including the Seagull budget hatchback priced...Business
Exclusive: Green investments lead to tangible returns, says WEF’s PhilipsÂ
Public-private partnerships are essential for advancing sustainable urban development and meeting net-zero targets, Vivian Brady Phillips, Head of Strategic Initiatives,...Business Economy
Borouge 2024 net profit $1.24bn
The company said it will maintain a $1.3bn dividend for 2025.EBITDA climbed 14 percent year-on-year to $2.48 billion, driven by a 4 percent year-on-year revenue increase to $6 billion.
Sales volumes reached their highest-ever level of 5.3 million tonnes, supported by strategic positioning in high-growth markets across Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
Risks are interconnected, need collaborative solutions, says WEF’s Mark Elsner
Davos, Switzerland – Mark Elsner, Head, Global Risks Initiative, World Economic Forum sat with TRENDS during WEF’s summit in Davos...The Global Risks Report 2025, with insights from over 900 experts, identifies state-based armed conflict as the most immediate risk for 2025.
The report was circulated ahead of the Davos meeting, which serves as a platform for advancing dialogue, cooperation, and partnerships.
Norway nears 100% goal of all-electric cars
By comparison, the share of electric cars in Europe was just 13.6 percent in the full-year 2024, a decline for...A total of 9,343 new cars were sold in January, of which 8,954 were all-electric, the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV) said.
Of the 50 most-sold models, only two were non-electric, the first of which came in 33rd place, the OFV said.
OPEC+ sticks to oil output plan after Trump’s price demand
In a bid to boost prices, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) headed by Saudi Arabia and Russian-led allies...In December, eight OPEC+ countries announced they would start phasing out 2.2 million bpd of voluntary supply cuts from April.
The decision to stick to the alliance's timetable to unwind cuts comes after Trump said last month that he would ask Saudi Arabia and OPEC to lower oil prices.
Morgan Stanley sees upswing in MENA M&A deal volumes and values
After a challenging year where M&A activity in the Middle East and North Africa took a tumble, Morgan Stanley forecasts...2024 saw 1,111 M&A transactions with exposure to the MENA region, totaling US$75 billion in value
MENA outbound M&A transactions totaled US$40.2 billion, down 3 percent
Abu Dhabi records $2.88 billion in real estate transactions in January
Abu Dhabi, UAE -- Abu Dhabi’s real estate market recorded AED10.6 billion in transactions in January, totaling 2,514 property deals.According...DARI real estate platform of the Department of Municipalities and Transport in Abu Dhabi, sales transactions totaled AED 6.5 billion across 1,730 deals.
Meanwhile, mortgage transactions from the beginning of the year until the end of January amounted to AED3.9 billion across 756 deals.
Rudolph Lohmeyer: The Gulf is redefining the global future, not just adapting to it
The Middle East must counter global economic divergence by enhancing regional financial integration to drive collective growth, Rudolph Lohmeyer tells...The GCC is strategically positioning itself as a neutral hub by diversifying economic and diplomatic relationships to ensure resilience, Rudolph Lohmeyer tells TRENDS
AI is expected to revolutionize productivity, scientific discovery, and governance, with the UAE and KSA making significant investments in the field, he added
‘Authenticity, experiences, culture, generational and solo travel to lead tourism trends’
Visit Saudi, experience the warmth, generosity and hospitality of the people, Jerry Inzerillo tells TRENDS in an exclusive interview.Visit Saudi, experience the warmth, generosity and hospitality of the people, Jerry Inzerillo tells TRENDS in an exclusive interview
Cultural and heritage tourism is on the rise, with travelers seeking genuine local experiences, from food to historical sites, her adds
‘Global Collaboration Village aims to digitize and democratize WEF dialogues’
DAVOS: The future of global collaborations is being shaped by innovation and the ubiquitous embrace of immersive technologies, which continue...GCV expands WEF’s mission by bringing diverse global perspectives into Davos through digital platforms, Huang, GCV president tells TRENDS
GCV’s digital extension, in partnership with Accenture and Microsoft, fosters year-round collaboration, he adds
ADQ, Orion to establish JV
The partners commit to deploying $1.2bn in the next four years.The JV will make strategic investments in the metals and mining sector to enhance supply chain security locally and globally.
The joint venture will invest in a diverse range of metals and minerals in various geographies, focusing initially on emerging markets in Africa, Asia and Latin America.
