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ADNOC L&S to expand fleet

It will acquire 11 carriers for $1.3bn.

Empower profit climbs 16%

Dubai district cooling demand lifts earnings

Burjeel profit nearly doubles

Healthcare demand drives stronger earnings.

Salik profit slips in H1

The company said traffic recovery supported resilience.

Alpha Dhabi profit jumps 48%

AI and technology investments boost earnings.

Five fundraising lessons for founders building outside the mainstream

Niche businesses often need to help investors understand the category before they can evaluate the company. Founders should explain the...

Opinion

The GCC must deploy its ‘strategic advantages’ to lead the transition

The models that once governed aid, CSR, employment, and economic engagement are shifting, and the GCC has an opportunity to...

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Market Report

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
Opinion

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
Opinion

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
Opinion

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
Opinion

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
Opinion

Generative AI brings challenges and opportunities

"New technologies like generative AI bring both opportunities and risks. A holistic AI strategy ensures privacy, security, and compliance, considering...
  • The rise of ChatGPT has ignited immense interest in generative AI, with numerous businesses integrating it enterprise-wide
  • AI technology is proliferating at an unprecedented pace, surpassing any other technology, writes Gail Coury, SVP and CISO, at F5
Opinion

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...
  • The FMCG sector is a primary source of employment, providing opportunities across the supply chain
  • The industry has strong linkages with ancillary sectors like packaging, advertising, logistics, and transportation
Opinion

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...
  • Ransomware attacks are growing in size and scope, with 85% of organizations hit at least once, a significant increase from 76% the previous year, writes Mohamad Rizk of Veeam
  • Cyber insurance doesn't cover all ransomware costs, and policies are getting pricier. A comprehensive Data Protection and Ransomware Recovery strategy is vital for resilience
Opinion

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...
  • Russia and Africa share a strong bond of friendship and mutually beneficial ties, with foundations laid in mid-20th century
  • Russia and African states are working together to build a new, fairer global architecture and protect international law
Opinion

Expo bid validates Saudi Arabia’s diplomatic skills

While challenges remain in Saudi Arabia's bid for the Expo 2030 despite increasing global support, the Kingdom seems determined to...
  • Saudi Arabia's deepening relations with countries across the world are reflected in the growing support for its Expo 2030 bid
  • Despite competition from Busan and Rome, Saudi Arabia is strong contender due to global support and noticeable transformations

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Dubai, Abu Dhabi real estate market thrives in Q1 2024

“2024 has opened up to an interesting and promising phase of growth within our sector. As proptech leaders, we can...
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Digital innovation fuels surge in Iraq’s banking sector

"These banks excel not only in financial performance but also in adapting and innovating. Through partnerships with global entities like...
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UHNWIs drive Dubai’s luxury real estate growth

"The ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) have transformative impact on the real estate market. These individuals, with their discerning tastes and substantial...
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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...
  • Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 accelerates female participation in the workforce, surpassing targets ahead of schedule.
  • The Kingdom boasts milestones like its first female international referee, astronaut, and train drivers , among others.
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Zero trust remains an ongoing cybersecurity evolution

Achieving Zero Trust Data Resilience is not an overnight task but a journey requiring organizational alignment, continuous adaptation, and the...
  • Zero Trust is a mindset, not a destination, requiring continuous evolution in cybersecurity practices.
  • Cybersecurity is an arms race, with the need to adapt and evolve to remain ahead of online threats.
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Strengthen emotional security to thwart cyberattacks

While love, loneliness, and excitement are easily exploitable emotions, any factor impacting someone’s emotional state can make them a target....
  • Social engineering exploits individual vulnerabilities, using human nature to gain the unauthorized access.
  • Heightened emotions, such as those around Valentine’s Day, can make individuals more susceptible to cyberattacks.