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2PointZero posts profit surge

Growth driven by merger consolidation.

Mashreq Q1 profit rises

Total revenue increased 10% year-on-year.

TECOM profit climbs

High occupancy across assets boosts earnings.

Emirates Stallions Q1 revenue up 11%

The rise helped by strong demand in real estate

ADNOC Distribution 2025 dividend $700m

The company had reported EBITDA of $1.17 bn in 2025.

Technology and Short-Term Rentals in Dubai

Dubai’s short-term rental sector is being reshaped by cutting-edge proptech. From AI-driven guest personalization and immersive VR tours to smart...

Increasing pressure from Saudi real estate projects to force Dubai to develop more distinctive offerings

At the moment, the market is solidly Dubai, which is recognised as the world leader in branded residential offerings with...
  • Increasing pressure from Saudi real estate developments will, over the coming years, force Dubai to develop even more distinctive offerings, says an expert. 
  • This race may benefit both the development pipeline and the consumer in the region, writes Thomas Williams, Studio Director at Gensler Middle East

Adopting best practices only way to secure data

Businesses must remain prepared for the ‘whatever’ scenario. Cloud computing will continue to evolve, with best practise bound to change....
  • Total worldwide end-user spending on public cloud services, according to Gartner, will reach a record $592 billion this year, a 21 per cent increase from 2022
  • The rapid level of growth and migration raises some concerns at an enterprise level. It also means that best-practices for modern data protection aren’t followed

Marketwatch: Demand may pick up as China reopens

Supply of diesel to Europe from the US and the emerging refinery hub in the Middle East may make up...
  • The risk to supplies of Russian fuel products may add an extra layer of support for gasoline and not least diesel, providing support to keep crude shielded from demand fears
  • Lower supply of corn and wheat from the Black Sea region this year is likely to attract increased attention in the coming months.

Cybersecurity: Convenience comes with online threats

By slowing down and breaking the sometime mindless scrolling habit, we can make decisions with a focused mind and not...
  • Do not bring up private information on your laptop screen while you are at an airport or coffee shop, where people could likely have a sneak peek
  • By slowing down sometime mindless scrolling habit, we can make decisions with a focused mind and not fall for the tricks of social engineers who rely on us being distracted

Fuel products join in as gold and copper rally

With activity in China unlikely to pick up in earnest until after the Lunar New Year holiday, the prospect of...
  • Crude oil prices head for a second weekly advance, thereby fully offsetting the weakness that hit the market during the first days of January
  • While silver struggles to keep up, gold continues to show resilience, following a three-day pullback during which it found support at $1896

The turbulent twenties, when risks collide

The world’s top current risks are energy, food, inflation and the overall cost of living crisis. Over the next two...
  • Amidst the persistent health and economic overhang of a global pandemic and a war in Europe, the world is facing a set of risks that feel both wholly new and eerily familiar
  • The world’s top current risks are energy, food, inflation and the overall cost of living crisis. Over the next two years, the cost-of-living crisis remains the number one threat

Technologies revolutionize food-service industry

That’s because today’s consumer has grown used to the convenience of online ordering – and they’re even willing to cut...
  • The latest technologies have revolutionized the food-service industry in more than one way, writes Naji Haddad, MENA General Manager at Deliverect
  • In 2022, operators faced new challenges like price rise and labor shortages. While consumers returned to in-house dining, the online food delivery markets continued to grow

Commodities face a challenging first quarter

We have strong doubts about the recession risk to the US economy and see demand from some of the world’s...
  • Brent may spend most of the time trading below $80 before eventually recovering back towards the $90 area once the Covid cloud starts to lift in China
  • Copper and iron ore manage to post small gains during an otherwise challenging week, where China’s messy exit from its long held covid-zero strategy has led to a surge in cases

Modern management tools help employers manage operations in greater depth & detail, even remotely

As Emiratization and Saudization requirements are mandatory for all businesses operating in the region, and large expatriate workforces are also...
  • In the fast-paced and adapting modern world, businesses must strive to stay on-top of ever-changing regulations and environments in which they operate
  • Technology is helping to maintain business organization through detailed management software, to structure, analyse, review, assess and monitor employees as well as businesses

UAE’s economic diversification strategy goes hand in hand with growth and expansion of its foreign trade

The UAE's keenness to open up to the world and work to stamp out obstacles to trade and investment flows...
  • The UAE continues to leverage its global presence by opening up to the world by expanding its network of trading partners through comprehensive economic partnership agreements
  • Selecting the UAE to host the World Trade Organization's 13th Ministerial Conference reflects the country's prestigious global position on the map of international trade today

Technology and Short-Term Rentals in Dubai

Dubai’s short-term rental sector is being reshaped by cutting-edge proptech. From AI-driven guest personalization and immersive VR tours to smart...

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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...

Navigating the rising tide of cyber threats in GCC

"Critical infrastructure organizations are distinct from other enterprises; their downfall could bring entire sectors of the economy down with them....

GCC drives ahead into the future of transportation

With the technology and vision firmly in place, the GCC countries are now building momentum, developing the partnerships, infrastructure, and...
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Time to transform climate commitments into action

"At COP28, governments need to focus on two timeframes: an immediate surge in climate action and a springboard for the...
  • The climate crisis escalates, demanding bold action at COP28 in Dubai, says UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell.
  • Developing nations require substantial financial support for climate resilience and renewable energy initiatives, he adds.

Social media plays key role in shaping online trading

"The rapid pace and fervor surrounding social media have introduced volatility into financial markets, leading to instances where stocks, particularly...
  • Social media has opened up opportunities for independent and self-motivated online traders.
  • Financial guidance is actively sought on social media platforms, especially by young investors.

AI, Industry 4.0 transform Middle East manufacturing

"As we look ahead, the manufacturing landscape is set to continue evolving, navigating through the VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and...
  • Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt spearhead the Middle East's manufacturing growth, harnessing AI and Industry 4.0 to revolutionize their economic landscape.
  • In 2024, Middle Eastern manufacturers will focus on smart manufacturing, AI-enhanced supply chains, and digital ecosystems, driving sustainable growth in a pivotal year.