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FAB plans $4.08bn rights issue

UAE’s largest bank seeks capital for growth.

flydubai launches new flights

Riga, Salzburg, Vilnius flights begin from Dec

ADNOC Gas Q3 profit $1.34bn

Stronger earnings support higher full-year outlook

Agthia 9M profit nearly triples

Third-quarter revenue increased 14.4 percent.

UAB nine-month profit rises 6%

Loan growth, lower impairment charges boost earnings

UAE banks recover, but customers remain unsatisfied

The sector, according to a KPMG report, scores low on customer satisfaction due to operational issues, lack of timely support,...
  • The sector, according to a KPMG report, scores low on customer satisfaction due to operational issues, lack of timely support, long waiting times and lack of feedback.
  • The most negative net sentiment has been associated with payment methods such as debit cards, credit cards, and loans, highlights the latest KPMG report

SVC to invest in Venture Debt Fund

The fund will offer venture debt tools to startups and SMEs.
  • SVC CEO Nabeel Koshak said the investment is part of the company's program to invest in funds.
  • Koshak said funds offering venture debt tools provide financing solutions for startups, and SMEs, known for their quick growth rates.

Sharjah a vital tourist destination, says business body

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry organized a business meeting with the Embassy of the Republic of North Macedonia...
  • Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry organizes a meeting with North Macedonia Embassy in the UAE
  • In the meeting with a North Macedonia delegation, SCCI promotes the emirate’s tourism potential

Saudi minister appreciates Seafarers’ role in maritime sector

Minister of Transport and Logistics, Engineer Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, praised the seafarers for their role in the global maritime...
  • The minister was speaking on the occasion of the International Seafarers Day, observed on June 25.
  • More than 1,000 Saudi sailors work onboard the Saudi Naval Fleet, which in 2021 recorded advanced ranks in the tonnage side, and ranked first regionally and 21 globally.

UAE’s EHS, Johnson & Johnson ink MoU on healthcare

Emirates Health Services has signed a MoU with Johnson & Johnson Middle East to strengthen collaboration towards developing more advanced...
  • UAE''s EHS has signed a MoU with Johnson & Johnson to strengthen collaboration towards developing more advanced health services
  • The agreement will also strengthen collaboration in developing innovative hi-tech solutions to support the health sector in the country

Abu Dhabi explores clean energy solutions in Canada

The UAE delegation’s visit to Canada comes at a time when the UAE is preparing to host the 28th United...
  • The UAE delegation’s visit to Canada comes at a time when the UAE is preparing to host the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28) next year
  • The conference will focus on upholding climate commitments, inclusion for all, and collaboration towards implementing concrete measures and developing practical solutions

Saudi seeks British investment in industrial and mining sectors

Saudi Arabia is seeking to convince investors and companies in Britain to make investments in the kingdom's industrial and mining...
  • In this connection, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Ibrahim Alkhorayef held a meeting with companies and investors in Britain
  • The ministry of Industry also invited attendees to the international mining conference that the Kingdom holds annually in the city of Riyadh

UAE: a trendsetter in regulating cryptocurrency market

The UAE, Japan and Singapore have emerged as the trendsetters in regulating the crypto-currency market effectively, according to a top...
  • The UAE has moved past the stage of appealing for existing authorities to work together
  • By pushing ahead to promote cryptocurrencies and ensure official oversight, the UAE puts it ahead of other countries and jurisdictions

50 days on, ‘nothing changes’ for UAE delivery riders

Rise in fuel prices, scorching heat and constant rush to deliver due to 'unrealistic promises' made to clients by online...
  • Rise in fuel prices, scorching heat and constant rush to deliver due to 'unrealistic promises' made to clients by online platforms are impacting lives of thousands of riders
  • It's time to start accepting slightly longer delivery timelines, treating riders with empathy, and constantly demanding better and humane working conditions for the riders

Saudi Index at lowest levels since January

Saudi Stock Exchange's general index fell by nine points. Abu Dhabi market was below 9,200 points, Dubai market rose above...
  • The Saudi Stock Exchange's general index recorded its lowest level since January and ended the week down by nine points
  • The Dubai market managed to rise above 3200 points, supported by a rise in real estate and investment shares, during the week

Boeing offered 737 MAX plea deal, lawyer of crash victims’ families says

Washington, United States - The US Justice Department is offering Boeing a plea deal that will allow it to avoid a...

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TotalEnergies Q3 profit up 1.5%

The French energy firm earned a net profit of $6.7 billion.

PIF, Pirelli establish a JV  

The JV will set up a facility to make tires in Saudi Arabia.

ASPACE to set up Saudi’s first satellite manufacturing unit

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia announced Thursday the completion of SAR 1 billion investment procedures by ASPACE, a Hong...

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Ghitha Holding Q3 profit of $33m

The company gained from regional food processing.
  • Driven by strong results and business momentum, Ghitha reported revenue of US$898 million in the third quarter.
  • Revenues grew 120 percent year-over-year, driven by broad-based growth across categories and geographies.

Bank Albilad posts net profit

The bank’s January-September 2023 profit was $469 million.
  • The bank reported a 3 percent year-on-year increase in gross operating income during January-September 2023 period.
  • The rise in gross operating income was mainly due to higher net income from investing and financing assets.

Elon Musk teases audio and video calls at X

"Early version of video and audio calling on X," Musk wrote in a post that contained a screen capture showing...
  • Musk announced in August that voice and video calls were in the works at X in what was seen as a step towards turning the former Twitter into an "everything app"
  • The calling features of X, previously known as Twitter, would work on iOS, Android, Mac and PC systems, and no phone number would be needed, he said at the time