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Oil prices fluid amid geopolitics, economic recovery
Geopolitical tensions, such as the Russian-Ukrainian war and the trade war between the United States and China, have sent shockwaves...
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‘Workplaces must prioritize mental health’
In many industries, working from home is the way of the future and a better working and mental lifestyle, Quartz...
- People tense or stressed at work are more than three times likely to plan to look for a new job
- In contrast, employees who feel supported are more likely to stay, lowering turnover costs
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UAE’s Covid-19 response gets global plaudits
Earlier this year, the UAE rose to the top of Bloomberg’s Covid Resilience Ranking, outperforming European countries in terms of...
- For one, smart-technology platforms were effectively used in the UAE to combat Covid-19
- The UAE also adopted the mandatory use of face masks in March 2020, well ahead of the WHO recommendation
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Beauty, fashion brands eye NFT advantage
There is enormous potential for NFTs in the fashion and beauty business, says Louis Chen, EVP and Chief Strategy Officer...
- Brands are using NFTs and blockchain technology to attract, verify, and engage consumers globally
- GCC brands should take advantage of the trend to engage with customers in new, innovative ways
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Saudi real estate rides high on positive sentiment
Saudi Arabia's real estate sector continues to show promising signs, with increasing tourist numbers, consumers returning to retail stores, and...
- Q1 2022 saw an increase in the number of units built in Saudi Arabia's residential sector
- In Q1 2022, Saudi Arabia's house price index rose by 0.4 percent compared to Q1 2021
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What are the GCC’s top stock exchange constituents?
What are the top constituents of stock exchanges spread across the GCC countries? Here’s our infographic.
- Some constituents — publicly traded companies — of the MSCI World Index would be heavier than others
- And countries within the Gulf Cooperation Council have some of the biggest public companies in the world
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Eid holidays boost Gulf tourism as COVID curbs ease
From overseas to the domestic circuit, the tourism industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council is witnessing a welcome resurgence, especially...
- Gulf citizens are looking to spend Eid al-Fitr abroad after being compelled to stay home for the past two years
- This year’s Eid al-Fitr holiday witnessed high occupancy in the UAE hotel sector, driven by strong domestic tourism demand
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Physical security adds to digital transformation
Cybercrime has risen to the forefront of physical security concerns. And big firms are acutely aware of the problem, says...
- Physical security has progressed from when it was viewed as merely a technique for responding to crime
- It now plays a more significant role as a critical component in the digital transformation of business processes
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‘UAE’s new labor law is a game-changer’
Legal and business leaders tell TRENDS that the new legislation is in line with the industrial modernization roadmap that the...
- The changes in the new labor law are fairly substantial and necessitate amendments to existing employment contracts
- They also call for modifications to policies and procedures concerning future agreements with new employees
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New trends drive Arab automotive growth
From pre-owned cars to electric vehicles, a number of trends are driving the growth of the automobile sector in countries...
- Saudi imports of cars grew from 544,000 in 2020 to over 546,000 in 2021
- Around 28% of those polled in the UAE said they prefer to buy a used car online
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Protests, pension, pandemic mark Macron presidency
Emmanuel Macron, who had never held elected office before becoming president in 2017, has weathered several crises throughout his presidential...
- Macron became the youngest president in French history at 39 when he saw off far-right leader Marine Le Pen in 2017
- He is now looking to become the first French leader since Jacques Chirac in 2002 to win a second term
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Uncertainty rules even as MENA crypto market grows
Crypto investors fear a possible global recession, especially amidst weak economic activity data, Wael Makarem, Senior Market Strategist - MENA...
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Gulf construction market builds on KSA-UAE rivalry
As Saudi Arabia is all set to become the largest construction site in the world, the competition between Dubai and...
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US Fed Reserve may remain hawkish in coming months
Despite the recent slowdown, the US economy remains robust, which allows for more aggressive monetary policy tightening. The US consumer...
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Retaining customers rattles retailers as sales drop
From optimizing the purchasing ecosystem to driving personalization and developing schemes that help consumers with finance management, retailers must work...
- From optimizing the purchasing ecosystem to driving personalization and developing schemes that help consumers with finance management, retailers must work harder
- During the pandemic, nearly 40 percent switched brands or retailers, and more than 80 percent developed new shopping habits, says a recent McKinsey study
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“US lives in solipsistic fantasies”
Diminished leverage in the Gulf region makes Washington a less compelling partner than it once was, says Chas W Freeman,...
- Diminished leverage in the Gulf region makes Washington a less compelling partner than it once was, says Chas W Freeman, Former US Ambassador to Saudi Arabia.
- West Asia is a region in which abundant policy failures offer a veritable cornucopia of insights into warfare and diplomacy, the former diplomat highlights
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‘Mobile-first mindset’ rules companies in Middle East
With an average of 40 percent of sales taking place via mobile, a growing number of enterprise-sized brands see mobile...
- With an average of 40 percent of sales taking place via mobile, a growing number of enterprise-sized brands see mobile as a highly strategic acquisition and retention channel
- However, it’s not just about having a mobile app, it’s also about delivering an exceptional user experience and being able to integrate mobile with any other channels seamlessly