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ADNOC Distribution 2025 dividend $700m

The company had reported EBITDA of $1.17 bn in 2025.

Empower okays $119.1m H2 2025 dividend

The dividend is equivalent to 43.75% of paid-up capital.

Alujain widens 2025 loss

The increase in loss is due to impairment charges, weaker prices.

Masar 2025 net profit $262m

Higher land plot sales boost revenue and operating income.

Tasnee’s 2025 losses deepen

The petrochemicals' company's revenue also fell 17.7 percent.
  • In food world, debate rages about recipe plagiarism

    There have been calls on some food blogs to end plagiarism, with explicit instructions on how to correctly credit the...

    There have been calls on some food blogs to end plagiarism, with explicit instructions on how to correctly credit the work of another chef

    When chefs do look to the US courts for relief, the chances of getting recognition of their copyright or a monetary settlement are seen as remote

  • Abu Dhabi Maritime to control ferry services functioning in Emirates

    The organization is integrating the Ferry Operations Branch of the Integrated Transport Center under the scope of its services.

    The move will see Abu Dhabi Maritime manage and oversee the daily operation of the emirate’s two major ferry lines

    The organization will also drive the development of several key business areas associated with ferry operations

  • UAE deputy PM attends ‘Arab Gulf Security 3’ exercise in KSA

    Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior of the UAE Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended...

    Participants in the exercise implemented security scenarios in detail, which has proven the success of this joint GCC mobilization

    Increasing the level of coordination, readiness, and preparedness among security forces were also discussed in the exercise

  • Dubai Academic Health Corporation embarks on four-pronged future plan

    The Dubai Academic Health Corporation has agreed on four bases as a part of its strategic plans and future goals....

    The four bases of the strategy are Care, Learning, Discovery, and Giving and Stewardship.

    The strategy was discussed at the fourth Board of Directors meeting of the Dubai Academic Health Corporation.

  • UAE and Australia discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations

    The deliberations were held during a meeting between Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International...

    Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, met with David Hurley, the Governor-General of Australia, at Expo 2020 Dubai.

    The two sides reviewed Australia's participation in Expo 2020 Dubai and the role played by this international event.

  • Eight biggest GCC sovereign wealth funds

    Sovereign wealth funds across the world invest trillions of dollars into real estate, bonds and other assets. TRENDS takes a...

    More than $1.3 trillion of funds are managed by some of the biggest sovereign wealth funds in the GCC.

    These funds invest in global real estate, financial assets, bonds and private equities.

  • Jazeera airways to buy 28 Airbus aircraft for $3.4bn

    Jazeera Airways of Kuwait has placed an order for 28 Airbus aircraft worth $3.4 billion, according to media reports.

    The airline also signed another agreement to purchase two aircraft engines with an accumulated worth of $32.3 million to aid the firm’s operations

    The airline said that while there is no current financial impact on its operations, both agreements are anticipated to bring about a positive impact on the corporation

  • Spend a night under stars in these trendy Dubai destinations

    Overnight camping is one of the popular activities people indulge in during winters in Dubai. The city has several unique...

    Glamping or glamorous camping at the Damani Lodges or Sedr Trailers are exquisite options for a mountain escape, with barbecues and starry skies.

    Expo 2020 Lake is a must-visit destination for those looking for a camping adventure in the middle of the desert.

  • SACC picks board heads

    It has also formed several panels that will function for three years.

    The SACC has said Mohammed Abdulaziz ‎Al Sarhan, an independent member, has been appointed chairman ‎of the Board of Directors‎

    It also announced the appointment of Raed Ibraheem Al Mudaiheem, another independent member, as the Vice-‎Chairman of the board‎

  • Dubai sees weeklong real estate transactions worth $1.33bn

    This was the result of a total of 1,724 transactions, according to figures released by the Dubai Land Department.

    A total of 139 plots were sold for AED784.14 million ($213.52 million) in Dubai

    In addition, 1,172 apartments and villas were sold for AED2.73 billion ($743.36 million)