Dubai completed 104 real estate projects worth more than AED111 billion in the first half of 2026, according to Dubai Land Department data. The number of completed projects rose 38.7 percent from 75 in the same period last year, while their combined investment value increased 52 percent from AED73 billion....

Founder Mohamed Alabbar said the results reflected Emaar's disciplined approach and Dubai's continued economic expansion, adding that the company would continue developing destinations aligned with the emirate's long-term ambitions.

Dubai district cooling demand lifts earnings

The company said traffic recovery supported resilience.

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai has established a new committee to oversee and coordinate the emirate's official media narrative across government, semi-government and private sector entities, as it seeks to strengthen the consistency of its messaging and reinforce its global profile. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy...

Dubai's population grew 7.5 percent to more than 4.58 million by the end of 2025, fuelled by economic expansion and an influx of workers, tourists and investors, as the emirate launched a real-time digital census to improve planning and public services. The population reached 4.58 million at the end of...

Philion says don't mistake a freeze for a fall. On the historical pattern, sharp shocks in a structurally supported Dubai market have tended to resolve as pauses, not reversals. Watch Q3/Q4 2026 volumes for the first real evidence either way.

Dubai, UAE -- The government has said that Reuters' decision to withdraw and apologise for a report claiming explosions were heard in central Dubai would not affect an ongoing criminal investigation into the publication of what authorities described as false information. Attorney-General Hamad Saif Al Shamsi said the Public Prosecution...

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai's diamond trade rose to a record $41.7 billion in 2025, surpassing its previous high set in 2011, as stronger natural diamond trading and robust volumes reinforced the emirate's position as a global trading hub, DMCC said on Monday. According to Dubai Customs data released by DMCC,...

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai's Emirati Supplier Programme facilitated a record AED1.78 billion ($485 million) in contracts for Emirati-owned small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in 2025, a 38 percent increase from the previous year, as the emirate accelerated efforts to strengthen local businesses under its long-term economic strategy. The programme, managed by...

The index scores the distance between current prices and their historic relationships with local rents, incomes and mortgage debt. A city climbs when prices pull away from those anchors quickly. That gauges imbalance well.

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed 30% of a project to build 14.5 km of dedicated bus and taxi lanes across six major roads, as the emirate seeks to improve public transport efficiency and reduce reliance on private vehicles. The project covers Sheikh Sabah Al...

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai plans to award strategic contracts worth more than AED55 billion ($15 billion) for the expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport over the coming months, as construction advances on what is set to become the world's largest aviation hub. The projects form part of the airport's long-term...

After a record-breaking 2025, the Emirate’s market has found a new level and a new temperament., writes Charles Philion, founder Pure Value.

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai's integrated economic zones recorded their strongest-ever trade performance in 2025, with total trade rising 46% year-on-year to AED491 billion, underscoring the emirate's growing role as a global centre for non-oil commerce. The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) said the result marked its fifth consecutive year...

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) generated AED5.3 billion ($1.44 billion) in revenue through digital channels in 2025, up 20.6% from a year earlier, as the use of online and mobile services continued to grow. The authority said digital transactions exceeded 628 million during the year, a...

The UAE real estate market entered a more measured and mature phase in the first quarter of 2026 after the rapid expansion seen in 2025, according to a market report released by Colliers. The report said the market continues to be supported by strong fundamentals and ongoing infrastructure investment, while...

In Dubai, the Dubai Land Department reported 718,160 real estate transactions, including 60,303 disposals, up 6% from a year earlier. The total value of transactions rose 31% to about $68.6 billion (AED252 billion).

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai’s real estate transactions rose 31 percent year-on-year to 252 billion dirhams ($68.6 billion) in the first quarter of 2026, with volumes increasing 6 percent, official data showed, underscoring sustained investor confidence. Figures from the Dubai Land Department showed 718,160 real estate procedures were recorded during the...

Dubai, UAE -- The UAE’s real estate sector extended its upward trajectory in March, with robust project launches, steady construction activity and record-setting transactions reinforcing its position as a global investment hub. The momentum builds on a strong 2025 performance, when Dubai recorded one of its busiest years on record,...

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

Dubai, UAE — Dubai Chambers, in collaboration with Dubai Customs and DP World, convened a meeting with around 100 private sector companies to assess logistics challenges and explore ways to strengthen supply chain efficiency amid shifting global conditions. The session, chaired by Dubai Chambers Chairman Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori,...

Cloud services operated by Amazon Web Services (AWS) in the Gulf region continue to face disruptions more than a week after drone strikes damaged data centre infrastructure, raising concerns about the reliability of critical digital systems in an increasingly volatile geopolitical environment.

Some wealthy Asian investors are considering moving assets out of Dubai following Iranian missile and drone attacks on the city, raising concerns about the Gulf’s reputation as a stable financial hub, according to a report by Reuters. The report said that shortly after the attacks last week, two Indian entrepreneurs...

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai is positioning itself as a global hub for private wealth as high-net-worth individuals rethink where and how to invest amid market volatility, demographic change and shifting capital flows, according to a report released on Tuesday by the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The report, Global Wealth...

Dubai faces substantial supply headwinds that may absorb currency-driven demand without triggering significant price gains. Approximately 45,000-50,000 new residential units are expected in 2025-2026, with vacancy rates elevated in older secondary locations, he adds.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates -- A Dubai restaurant has opened that prides itself on having the world's "first AI chef", the latest ostentatious dive into new technology in a city obsessed with being on the cutting edge of the future. The Emirati city has become increasingly known for its growing...

State-owned flydubai and its long-haul partner airline, Emirates, have been the chief deal-makers at this week's Dubai Airshow, the largest in the Middle East, signposting their expansion plans.

In the post-digital world, Bahrain’s center of activity, the city of Manama, has stiff yet healthy competition from the GCC financial centers such as Dubai, Riyadh and Doha. However, one must acknowledge that when it comes to reforms and financial services Bahrain has been the pioneer in the region, the...

Dubai, UAE-- On the day 4 of GITEX GLOBAL 2025, policymakers, cybersecurity leaders, and innovators convened to address the most pressing question of the intelligent age--how to secure a world powered by AI and data. While cybersecurity and resilience dominated the day’s discourse, the show floor remained a convergence of...

The World Economic Forum will convene more than 500 experts from government, business, academia, international organizations, civil society and media, alongside 150 of the world’s foremost cybersecurity leaders

DUBAI, UAE – A powerful confluence of more than 500 experts and 150 cybersecurity leaders has converged in Dubai for the World Economic Forum's inaugural joint session of the Annual Meetings of the Global Future Councils and Cybersecurity. The crucial, three-day summit, running from October 14 to 16, 2025, is...

Dubai, UAE – Expand North Star by GITEX GLOBAL is underway in the UAE as the world’s largest startup and investor connector event launched its landmark 10th anniversary on Sunday alongside thousands of local and international visitors. Organized by Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), and hosted by the Dubai Chamber...

Dubai, UAE: With capabilities of AI advancing every year, its potential to address challenges once thought unsolvable is rapidly expanding, from the possibility of curing genetic diseases to transforming urban mobility or enabling green data centers. With the global AI market set to reach $4.8 trillion by 2033 (UNCTAD), the...

Across the region, countries are aligning national visions with real investment in health, longevity, and quality of life.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates -- India skipper Suryakumar Yadav again refused to shake hands with Pakistan's Salman Agha as he won the toss and elected to field in their Super Four contest of the Asia Cup on Sunday. The two neighbors come into the key match of the regional tournament...

Dubai, UAE - Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with XSOLLA, a global company that helps developers monetise and scale their video games. The joint venture will also highlight key activities and thought leadership initiatives within the gaming sector. The partnership was signed under the framework...

New Delhi, India -- A blockbuster between India and Pakistan headlines the Asia Cup starting on Tuesday as they face off for the first time in cricket since the military conflict in May. Along with regional bragging rights, the Twenty20 competition will serve as a build-up towards the T20 World...

Rich people are flocking to Dubai in record numbers, drawn to the desert city by its zero income tax policy and easy luxury lifestyle that has become harder to maintain elsewhere.

Dubai, UAE --  ‘Big-ticket’ events are playing a pivotal role in driving international tourism and accelerating economic growth, according to experts speaking recently at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025. In the GCC alone, the event and exhibition market is expected to reach US$827 million by 2029, growing at a CAGR...

Dubai, United Arab Emirates -- Dubai police said on Monday they caught three thieves just hours after they stole a precious pink diamond worth $25 million. "The Dubai Police General Command has foiled the theft of a very rare pink diamond, valued at $25 million," the police said in a...

The World Economic Forum has named BlackRock CEO Larry Fink and Swiss entrepreneur André Hoffmann as interim co-chairs, with both leaders vowing to steer the organization into “a new chapter” focused on global collaboration and shared prosperity.

Human Health and Social Work activities registered the highest growth rate, rising 26 percent compared to the same period last year.

Dubai, UAE -- The region's top hospitality professionals will converge at the Conrad Dubai Hotel on November 25-26, 2025, for the eighth annual Commercial Strategy Conference (CSC) MEA. Organized by the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Middle East and Africa, the event has been the premier gathering for...

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai’s real estate market recorded 4,049 new activities in the first half of this year, reflecting the emirate’s growing appeal as a leading investment destination. This growth has been enabled by an advanced regulatory framework that promotes the smooth conduct of real estate activities and strengthens market...

It will pay $843m in H1 dividend.

Dubai, UAE -- The first half of 2025 saw the completion of 24 real estate projects valued at AED 4.5 billion ($1.22 billion), according to data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD). This momentum is part of a wider growth trajectory, with 726 projects currently under construction across the emirate,...

Dubai, UAE --  Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial center in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA), said Monday that it witnessed a saw a record number of new firms establishing operations in the center in the first half of 2026. The total number of...

Abu Dhabi, UAE  – ADNOC has expanded its Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education programme to empower UAE students in artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced technology through an initiative called ‘STEM for Life: Future of AI Schools Challenge’ which held the finals today at the Abu Dhabi Energy Centre....

Abu Dhabi, UAE -- Real estate transactions across five emirates in the UAE surged to over AED 239 billion ($65 billion) in the first quarter of 2025, underpinned by investor confidence, flexible regulations, and expanding project pipelines, official data showed. More than 94,719 sales, purchase, and mortgage deals were recorded...