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ADNOC Distribution 2025 dividend $700m

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

Empower okays $119.1m H2 2025 dividend

The dividend is equivalent to 43.75% of paid-up capital.

Alujain widens 2025 loss

The increase in loss is due to impairment charges, weaker prices.

Masar 2025 net profit $262m

Higher land plot sales boost revenue and operating income.

Tasnee’s 2025 losses deepen

The petrochemicals' company's revenue also fell 17.7 percent.
  • Robust customer protection makes UAE market stable

    "Despite the challenges faced by the global supply chains due to today’s political and economic developments, the Ministry made sure...

    The UAE's Ministry of Economy collaborates with government partners and stakeholders to develop consumer protection policies and ensure market stability, says an official

    The Ministry conducts inspections to monitor compliance with decisions issued regarding prices and quality products, and to prevent fraud and trademark infringements, he adds

  • Luxury, safety, modernity keep UAE hospitality ahead

    The hospitality industry's future looks bright, with the GCC emerging as a major hub for both international and domestic travel,...

    The hospitality industry's future looks bright, with the GCC emerging as a major hub for both international and domestic travel, Naim Maadad of Gates Hospitality tells TRENDS

    Dubai's hospitality industry is bouncing back from the pandemic with both leisure and business trips on the rise, and the industry anticipating a prosperous year ahead, he adds

  • European economy reaches 10 month high after surge in March

    BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - Economic growth in the eurozone accelerated in March and hit a 10-month high, according to a closely watched...

    The S&P Global Flash Eurozone purchasing managers' index showed the indicator at 54.1, up from 52.0 in February

    Inflation remains much higher than policymakers' target but eurozone consumer prices have also fallen in recent months

  • Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange appoints Emirates NBD Capital as custodian

    ABU DHABI, UAE - Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) has appointed Emirates NBD Capital as a custodian.Emirates NBD Capital obtained...

    Emirates NBD Capital obtained its custody licence from the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority.

    The firm provides safe and secure solutions for investors to hold securities, such as stocks, bonds or other assets.

  • South Korea plans to extradite crypto fugitive Do Kwon

    Kwon, whose full name is Kwon Do-hyung, has been accused of fraud over his company's dramatic collapse last year, which wiped...

    US charged Do Kwon with eight counts, including securities fraud and wire fraud, which followed a lawsuit by the US Securities and Exchange Commission

    In South Korea, where Kwon is wanted for violations of the country's capital markets act, authorities confirmed Friday that they would seek his extradition

  • Johnson & Johnson loses key tuberculosis drug patent in India

    New Delhi, India--India's Patent Office rejected on Thursday US pharmaceutical giant Johnson and Johnson’s application to extend its patent on a...

    Rejecting Johnson & Johnson's application, Assistant Controller of Patents and Designs Latika Dawara said that it did not meet the requirements of India's Patent Act

    The decision is likely to enable Indian manufacturers to begin work on generic versions of the drug once the primary patent expires in July

  • Accenture to cut 19,000 jobs

    It will slash 2.5% of workforce as a cost-cutting effort.

    The firm expects to incur $1.5 billion in costs as a result of the downsizing, including $1.2 billion directly related to the layoffs

    According to the company's recent annual report, it put the number of employees at 721,000 in 2022

  • Qatar cruise tourism receives boost as MSC World Europa docks in Doha

    Doha, Qatar--Doha port received on Thursday the cruise ship MSC World Europa carrying 5,613 tourists and a crew of 2,121....

    Qatar's tourism sector has recorded growth in recent years thanks to growing popularity in cruise tourism, making the country a favorite destination

    Equipped with latest technology, MSC World Europa is one of the most innovative and eco-friendly equipment in the company's fleet

  • Ramadan contributes to revitalizing economic growth

    Consumer behavior is affected by cultural factors, customs, marketing campaigns, advertising, and competitions of merchants and suppliers, which can lead...

    Ramadan contributes to revitalizing economic growth, as many investment and industrial firms make huge profits from the increased demand, says a Qatar University's professor

    Consumer behavior is hit by cultural factors, customs, marketing campaigns, ad, and competitions of merchants and suppliers, which can imbalance supply and demand, he adds

  • Sustainability prime focus as KSA invests heavily in modern cities, transforms building patterns

    Urban development projects such as Cube and NEOM are aimed at improving the quality of life and creating a stimulating...

    Urban development projects such as Cube and NEOM are aimed at improving the quality of life and creating a stimulating environment for foreign investments in the Kingdom.

    The Saudi leadership seeks to establish good infrastructure for urban agglomerations, create an attractive and join the league of best cities in the world for housing