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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.

What can employers do to combat STEM talent shortages?

Employers must prioritize retention by understanding employee preferences for benefits, hybrid working, and workplace culture, as effective retention strategies enhance...

Dubai’s real estate defies the odds during global crises

The Palestine-Israel conflict and the war in Ukraine illustrate the difficulty in forecasting the enduring impact of such events. In...
  • Dubai's strategic neutrality in Middle Eastern conflicts underpins its appeal to foreign investors.
  • The city's reputation for safety and tolerance continues to attract a diverse international community.

US curbs on Iran’s oil exports may hit global portfolios

The US tightening sanctions on Iranian oil could have a negative impact on individual and institutional investment portfolios by disrupting...
  • The potential US sanctions on Iran's crude oil exports, due to its support for Hamas, could directly impact global portfolios, especially those with energy sector assets.
  • Potential restrictions on Iran will present both challenges and opportunities for energy stocks, possibly prompting central banks to raise rates amid inflation concerns.

Women break barriers for gender equality in finance

This culture should recognize and value the contributions of women and prioritize their growth and development. By highlighting successful women...
  • In the financial sector, diverse teams enhance decision-making and performance, yet women occupy just 10% of CEO roles in Fortune 500 companies
  • Emirati women constitute 31% of the UAE's finance sector workforce, underscoring the crucial role of mentorship and role models in advancing their careers.

For GCC, centralized demand planning is indispensable

Facing challenges like varied categorization and technical standards, GCC economies are turning to innovative solutions. With digital technologies and unified...
  • GCC governments can attain more effective demand planning by mandating a common harmonized data structure and forecasts based on volatility metrics
  • As GCC aims to reshape their economies by fortifying local industries, governments and SOEs have a golden opportunity to attract the necessary investment

MEA brands focus on personalized customer experience

"Post-Covid GCC travel trends are promising: about 50% of customers plan to increase digital spending in travel and retail. With...
  • In the digital era, customer engagement is vital, shifting from transactional ties to interactive bonds; 20% of engaged patrons drive 80% of sales through endorsements
  • Post-Covid, travelers see personalized offers, not just reminders; 34% might switch due to poor communication; GCC sees rising digital spend; CEPs promote sustainable growth.

New initiatives to enhance Saudi market infrastructure

"This quarter, we focused on enhancing our market infrastructure and introduced several initiatives, including changes to the debt market; negotiated...
  • In Q2 2023, Saudi's capital market grew steadily, with Main Market capitalization rising by 9.24%, despite slower GDP growth and declining inflation from Q1
  • Nomu - Parallel Market's capitalization surged by 54.61% during Q2 with eight new companies listed, as Saudi Exchange prioritized attracting foreign investors

Logistics delivers boom with value-added services

"A top-tier, industry-specific enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution is vital for efficiently delivering these value-added services. Distributors grapple with supply...
  • The Middle East and African freight and logistics market is predicted to record a compound annual growth rate of about 6% between 2023 and 2028
  • To tap into growth opportunities in the region and for better results, distributors must consider incorporating value-added services into their strategies

BRICS expansion points to a shift in global dynamics

The Middle East, with its vast resources and strategic position, can play a crucial role in BRICS' vision of a...
  • The inclusion of major Middle Eastern countries, six out of the ten biggest global oil suppliers, will now be part of the BRICS
  • This gives the alliance significant leverage in the global energy market, potentially influencing global oil prices and energy policies

Cloud-based tools help optimize customer experience

Customer experience leaders in organizations of any size will see increased satisfaction in self-service, routing, and agent utilization by implementing...
  • Seventy percent of consumers believe a company's effectiveness is determined by its service
  • New tools help automate tasks, provide data and insights, inform decisions, and improve workflow

Gulf’s green transition: How Turkiye can lead the way

As these countries -- including Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar -- progress to the next phase of their economic diversification,...
  • The act of presenting an electric car to the leaders of major fossil fuel-producing countries by Erdoğan highlights a shift in regional perspectives on future energy sources
  • As these countries -- including Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar -- progress to the next phase of their economic diversification, Turkiye can emerge as a dependable partner

3 ways travel drives economic growth while enhancing global connections and sustainability

WTTC research shows that, having endured estimated losses of $4.5 trillion and 62 million jobs in 2020 alone, travel and...

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"These risks are serious because they limit our ability to tackle the big global challenges we are facing. Changes in...

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"By leveraging advanced data analysis techniques to process extensive datasets from diverse sources, including genomic data, scientific literature, and clinical...

Emerging crypto hub UAE shapes digital assets’ future

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Welcoming 2024: A year of hope, healing, and unity

"Hopefully, 2024 will be a year in which we overcome the troubled period that started with the coup attempt, grew...
  • Every new year should be welcomed with joy, hope, and excitement, says Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of Türkiye.
  • We are entering the year 2024 with heavy hearts due to the negative events in our region and the world, he adds.

Bahrain emerges as a thriving hub for tech startups

Entrepreneurs equipped with the right skills, a robust business strategy, and the ability to forge meaningful collaborations are well-positioned to...
  • Bahrain is witnessing an increasing demand for digital transformation across various industries.
  • Entrepreneurs in the Gulf country need innovation, adaptability, and strong networks for success.

Acute hunger, healthcare collapse worsen Gaza crisis

The situation in Gaza is a humanitarian catastrophe, with hospitals like Al-Shifa and Al-Sahaba facing dire shortages of medical supplies...
  • Once Gaza's largest hospital, Al-Shifa is now confined to providing only basic first aid, severely limited by ongoing hostilities.
  • In Gaza, extreme hunger drives people to desperate measures, risking their safety in a relentless search for food to survive.