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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.

There’s light at the end of the tunnel for tech stocks

However, there are numerous economic sectors where tech penetration remains in its infancy, such as in logistics, e-commerce and supply...
  • Many of the tech names that outperformed throughout the past decade have seen the steepest falls. Some have seen 70 percent or more wiped off their values, writes an expert
  • There are numerous economic sectors where tech penetration remains in its infancy, such as in logistics, e-commerce and supply chains, which retain enormous growth potential

Bracing for the next wave of digital transformation

Pushing intelligence out to the edge will drive change in the design of our products, services, processes, and organizations, and...
  • Over the next few years, organizations in every industry will experience change on an unprecedented scale, writes Jacob Chacko of Aruba
  • A whole new range of possibilities emerges when we engage with literally every device and build intelligence and connectivity into physical objects, he adds.

‘Crypto winter’ fails to dampen confidence of investors

Even as the interest in crypto remains more or less steady, and investors are still keen to buy in, it’s...
  • Blockchain technology and the digital asset ecosystem are here to stay, and investors aren’t deterred by the state of the market
  • However, anyone looking to invest their hard-earned capital into crypto - particularly retail and first timers - must exercise caution

Right leadership crucial for purpose-driven business

Whether starting your own business or taking on a new leadership position, it requires determination, consistency and a positive attitude...
  • Whether starting your own business or taking on a new leadership position, it requires determination, consistency and a positive attitude
  • If you don’t fall short in your tracks and you don’t lose your vision, your business will always be purposeful, and in most cases successful

Integrity of digital infrastructure crucial for companies

For businesses who feel they have no choice but to pay cybercriminals in order to unlock their files, they not...
  • Businesses across the globe are losing the battle when it comes to defending themselves against ransomware attacks
  • A robust security strategy is therefore one of the key pillars of an overarching digital transformation plan, says an expert

Equality in economic recovery among countries crucial

The international community must adopt an approach that could translate words and goodwill into practical steps that could achieve equality...
  • The positive health indicators have risen after lifting restrictions, recovery of trade flow, increase in public spending and rise in global demand at all levels, says Qatar's emir
  • However, the confusion that has impacted the supply chains is still among major factors that drive up prices, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani highlights at the QEF 2022

Integrated solutions make life a bit easy for SMBs

An integrated, modern, end-to-end solution can provide SMBs with more visibility, flexibility and efficiency in managing finances, operations and people....
  • Many small and medium businesses still use a combination of standalone, on-premises business solutions for accounting, payroll and human resources
  • An integrated, modern, end-to-end solution can provide SMBs with more visibility, flexibility and efficiency in managing finances, operations and people

Shared values take UAE-Germany ties to a new level

"We are forging the links that will strengthen our shared interests and values to confront the challenges head-on. As Germany...
  • The UAE and Germany are clear-eyed about the challenges they will face in the next 50, says UAE's Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
  • As Germany pursues its policy of 'Zeitenwende' that will usher in a new era of foreign policy, finance, and energy, it will find in the UAE a true and reliable partner, he adds.

Bioethics: Towards a moral practice of medicine

Bioethicists must support and advance the rights of women through new policies and ensure that established regulations and policies are...
  • Bioethicists must support and advance the rights of women through these protections and ensure that established regulations and policies are implemented in support of patients
  • Bioethicists must also strive to alert practitioners to the social and cultural challenges that make it more difficult for women patients to access the healthcare they require

Goal vs strategy: Aim remains same, mode may modify

The most successful active owners keep a ‘Plan B’ ready. Many real-life structural and organizational conditions need to be in...
  • The most successful active owners keep a ‘Plan B’ ready. Many real-life structural and organizational conditions need to be in place to enable strategy optimization.
  • A constructive board of directors, including vocal independent members and experts, is an indispensable ally of the active owner

Vision 2030 empowers women in Saudi legal sector

"The progressive momentum generated in the past decade fills us with positivity and reassurance in the Kingdom, where we have...

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FMCG sector drives global economic growth, innovation

"The growth of the FMCG industry is closely tied to population growth, urbanization, and rising disposable incomes. The sector is...

Comprehensive data protection strategies are crucial

A solid Data Protection and Ransomware Recovery strategy includes several components, such as Data Identification and Flow Management, Data Risk...

Russia, Africa build a new, fairer global architecture

"I would like to note that the African continent is emerging as a new center of power right before our...

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Erdogan’s visit a game-changer for Turkish-Gulf ties

For the wealthy Gulf states, combining their resources with Turkiye's defense and industrial achievements will produce lasting benefits not only...
  • Erdogan's visit was aimed to boost economic relations and tackle Turkey's economic challenges, writes Turkish Professor Ibrahim Karataş
  • Major agreements were signed with Saudi Arabia and the UAE, with a strong focus on defense and economic cooperation, he adds

GCC governments focus on service fee reform

"Sometimes, the fees have undermined their intended purpose as a cost recovery tool for the provision of a service. For...
  • GCC governments grapple with a complex web of service fees hindering businesses and residents
  • Unintended consequences turn fees into long-term taxes, undermining their original purpose

Towards the next 50 years between Japan and UAE

"In education, Japan is working to promote study exchanges and internships for Emirati students and young professionals. Japan continues to...
  • Japan has contributed significantly to the development of the UAE's oil industries and infrastructure since the 1960s, writes Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida
  • Cooperation between Japan and the UAE spans sectors such as climate change, education, science and technology, space, and defense, the Japanese PM points out