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Oracle shares up 35%

Huge AI contracts lead to the surge.

ADCB to raise $1.66bn

The rights issue aimed at boosting growth.

EGA H1 revenue $4.11bn

Net profit before GAC $445 million.

Borouge to pay $660m H1 dividend

Its net profit for H1 was $474 million.

TAQA secures $2.31bn loan

It will be utilized in a phased manner.
  • IMF projects 3.3% global growth for 2025, MENA to rebound to 3.6%

    Dubai, UAE -- The International Monterey Fund (IMF) has projected global growth to remain at 3.3 percent this year and the next, before slowing to just above 3 percent over the next five years, well below the historical average.IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said that growth in the Middle East...
  • Dubai records realty transactions worth $299 million Thursday

    Dubai, UAE-- Dubai real estate market recorded realty transactions worth AED1.1 billion ($299 million) on Thursday, Dubai Land Department said. The deals included 371 sales transactions worth AED825.36 million, in addition to 81 mortgage deals of AED231.57 million, and 18 gift deals amounting to AED48.1 million. The sales included 334...
  • ENOC Group announces 50% Emiratisation during Careers UAE 2022

    The various energy career opportunities were revealed during ENOC’s participation at the 21st edition of Careers UAE.
  • Qatar World Cup opens new room for UAE hospitality

    Hotels in Dubai are reporting an increase in room bookings ahead of the Qatar World Cup 2022, with many expecting to be fully booked during the international football event.
  • Dubai first half dhow trade up 21 percent: PCF Corporation

    Dubai, UAE--The Marine Agency for Wooden Dhows has facilitated the entry of more than 6,000 wooden dhows during H1, reflecting a 21 percent year-on-year growth. Since its establishment in July 2020 by Dubai’s Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC), the emirate has witness a robust growth in dhow trade,...
  • Saudi Tourism Authority organizes promotional tour in GCC countries

    The tour came within the framework of the kingdom’s efforts to promote tourism destinations, attract tourists from the region and regional markets.
  • Air passengers number up, reveals global aviation meet in Dubai

    Some of the greatest minds in the aviation industry took to the stage at this year’s Global Aviation Conference in Dubai, UAE.
  • Dubai realty market records realty deals worth $435m Tuesday

    Dubai, UAE--- Dubai real estate market recorded realty deals worth AED 1.6 billion ($435 million) on Tuesday, according to Dubai Land Deparment. These included 439 sales transactions worth AED1.25 billion, in addition to 66 mortgage deals of AED240.64 million, and 72 gift deals amounting to AED175.81 million. The sales included...
  • DEWA, Desolenator ink pact

    Dutch firm will provide water desalination technology
  • Sports sector contributes US$2.45bn to Dubai economy

    The sports sector has contributed some $2.45 billion to the Dubai economy in 2021, representing 2.3 percent of the emirate's annual gross domestic product. According to the Dubai Sports Council 105,000 jobs will be created in the sector, which will account for 3.8 percent of total employment in Dubai.
  • UAE says global pacts can help face labor related challenges

    The UAE highlighted the significance of complying with international work standards and developing partnerships that empower countries to overcome the future challenges of the labor markets across the globe.
  • Dubai reduced carbon emissions by 21 percent in 2021

    The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy had a virtual meeting in which it was revealed that Dubai had reduced carbon emissions by 21 percent in 2021.
  • UAE financial restructuring body holds second meeting

    The UAE finance ministry's Financial Restructuring Committee (FRC) recently held the second meeting of its Consultative Council.
  • Dubai’s RTA earns US$10.12m from auction of number plates

    Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) fetched $10.12 million from the auction of distinctive vehicle number plates at Grand Hyatt Dubai Hotel.
  • Metaverse helps UAE boost growth, productivity

    Adoption of metaverse technologies is part of the UAE government's strategy to diversify its economy away from oil as the country focuses on innovation and talent development.
  • DEWA CEO briefs Utah House of Representatives delegation

    MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer met a delegation from the Unified Economic Opportunity Commission of the Utah House of Representatives, USA.
  • Gulf construction market builds on KSA-UAE rivalry

    As Saudi Arabia is all set to become the largest construction site in the world, the competition between Dubai and Riyadh to attract investments will intensify further.
  • Jebel Ali Free Zone propels automotive markets growth

    Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), facilitated over 1.2 million metric tonnes (MT) from Dubai’s total volume of around 4.8 million MT of vehicle and transport commodities which transited through the emirate in 2021.
  • World Green Economy Summit to discuss food security

    The eighth World Green Economy Summit (WGES) will explore ways to improve global food security, sustainability of the food systems and the contribution of the agriculture and food production sectors to achieve a net zero future.
  • Union of Arab Banks appoints CS Events strategic partner

    Dubai, UAE: Union of Arab Banks (UAB), the apex body of the $4 trillion banking industry in the Arab World, has appointed Dubai-based CS Events, an events management company in the Middle East, as its Exclusive Strategic Partner to co-create, market and deliver its activities in the UAE and Saudi...
  • Dubai records weeklong realty transactions worth $2.49 billion

    Dubai, UAE---A total of 2,317 real estate transactions worth AED8.9 billion ($2.49 billion) were conducted during the week ending 16 September 2022, according to figures released by the Dubai Land Department. A total of 227 plots were sold for AED4.35 billion, and 1,560 apartments and villas were purchased for AED3.44...
  • Dubai appeals non-extradition of Briton accused of tax fraud

    Dubai's attorney general will appeal against a court's refusal to extradite a British national wanted over an alleged 1.7 billion euros tax fraud in Denmark, officials said on Friday. Hedge fund trader Sanjay Shah was arrested in Dubai in June, but the emirate's Court of Appeal last week rejected Denmark's...
  • Salik ups number of IPO shares

    The subscription period for the IPO remains unchanged.
  • Away game: Qatar World Cup looms as money-spinner for Dubai

    With little investment the UAE, and in particular Dubai, stands to gain if, as expected, supporters opt to stay in the tourism hotspot instead of tiny Gulf neighbor Qatar during the November-December tournament. High accommodation prices in the Qatari capital Doha and Dubai's more permissive environment including a wider availability...
  • DMCC doubles Chinese companies over last five years

    The free zone is home to 703 Chinese businesses, representing nearly 12 percent of the Chinese companies in the UAE.
  • The melting fortunes of OSN

    A once market leader that everyone looked up to, OSN is now a paler version of its former glory. It is struggling to keep up with the competition from Netflix, Shahid, and Disney Plus.
  • JAFZA facilitates more than a third of Dubai automotive volume

    Dubai, UAE-- Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), part of DP World Group, has facilitated over 1.2 million metric tons (MT) from Dubai’s total volume of around 4.8 million MT of vehicle and transport commodities transited through the emirate in 2021. This is equivalent to $12.4 billion, more than a third...
  • Dubai records realty transactions worth $517 million: Land Department

    Dubai, UAE--- Dubai real estate market recorded 344 sales transactions worth AED1.77 billion ($481 million), in addition to 67 mortgage deals of AED115.99 million, and 48 gift deals amounting to AED63.51 million on Tuesday, data released by Dubai's Land Department (DLD) showed. The sales included 286 villas and apartments worth...
  • Why are millionaires flocking to UAE?

    By the end of 2022, the UAE is expected to attract more than 4,000 high-net-worth individuals, mostly from India, Russia, Turkey, Egypt, Lebanon, the UK, Saudi and Nigeria.
  • Dubai looks to raise $817m from IPO of Salik Company

    Dubai is looking to raise $817 million in the initial public offering of Salik. It is selling 1.5 billion shares at 2 dirhams ($0.54) apiece, giving the company an implied market capitalization of $4.1 billion. The IPO subscription will run until 20th September 2022 for the UAE retail offering.
  • UAE rejects Denmark’s extradition request for fraud accused Briton

    Dubai, UAE - A Dubai court on Monday rejected Denmark's extradition request for a Briton accused of robbing the Danish state of 1.7 billion euros ($1.72bn) through tax fraud, one of his lawyers told AFP. Hedge fund trader Sanjay Shah was arrested in June by Dubai police on Denmark's request....
  • Work on world’s largest waste-to-energy project nearly completed

    Dubai, UAE - Dubai Municipality said Monday 85 percent of of Dubai Waste Management Centre (DMWC), world’s largest waste-to-energy project, has been completed. Its construction began in 2021 as a step toward projecting Dubai as a global model for sustainable development, local media reports said. DWMC reflects Dubai’s commitment to...
  • UAE issues updated second NDC to reduce emission

    The UAE Cabinet, headed by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, approved an updated version of the UAE’s second Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement.
  • 27,100 new companies join Dubai Chamber of Commerce till Aug 2022

    Dubai, UAE-- More than 27,100 companies have joined as new members of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce in the first eight months of 2022, marking a 69 percent year-over-year (y-o-y) increase and bringing total membership to over 314,000. Dubai Chamber of Commerce, which is one of three chambers operating under Dubai...
  • Dubai’s RTA releases Sustainability Report 2021

    Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has published its seventh Sustainability Report 2021. The report showcases RTA's practices in matters related to the environment, society and governance.
  • Dubai FDI wins UN award for best practices in tracking investments

    The Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI) at the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) gained international recognition for its successful efforts in capturing FDI trends and patterns toward positioning the city as a global investment destination.
  • DEWA plans cash dividend for H1

    Firm plans to give cash dividend of US$844m.
  • A week of mixed fortunes for GCC equities

    The UAE bourses ended the week high with help from foreign investors, but the Saudi equities took a tumble under selling pressure.
  • Summit in UAE discusses global partnerships, prosperity

    Over 200 senior officials convened in the "Ambassadors Forum", organized by the World Government Summit Organization in partnership with UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, to rally for international partnerships.
  • World Green Economy Summit 2022 theme revealed

    Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) announced that the theme of the 8th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) is "Climate Action Leadership through Collaboration: The Roadmap to Net-zero."
  • Qatar World Cup to kick up region’s economic growth

    The FIFA World Cup, which is likely to boost tourism across GCC, is all set to increase revenues for Gulf airlines, hotel and restaurant industries and domestic transportation.
  • DEWA programs prepare Emiratis to join the organization

    Dubai Electricity and Water Authority is committed to promoting Emiratization in its various divisions by adopting an integrated strategy to support and prepare UAE nationals to fill all engineering, technical and administrative jobs at DEWA.
  • Oil and gas sector fuels demand for industrial space in Dubai

    Ecommerce operators, who have seen an acceleration in activity post the onset of the pandemic, have further expanded their operations.
  • Hotel occupancy rate points to UAE tourism recovery

    The total number of hotel guests in the UAE rose to 10.5 million during the first half of 2022, up from 8.3 million during the same period last year, latest research by Colliers suggests.
  • Shapoorji bags Majid Al Futtaim deal

    The US$217.4m contract covers construction of 808 villa sets.
  • Dubai records over US$653m in realty transactions on Monday

    DUBAI, UAE - Dubai real estate market recorded 568 sales transactions worth US$373 million (AED1.37 billion) on Monday, data released by Dubai's Land Department (DLD) showed. Additionally 93 mortgage deals of $53 million ( AED197.58 million) and 23 gift deals amounting to $233 million (AED858.27 million), the DLD revealed. The...
  • Green hydrogen production in UAE to touch 5.7m tonnes in 2030

    Innovative technologies to produce green hydrogen using clean and renewable energy are witnessing rapid developments and studies indicate that green hydrogen production will increase by 57 percent annually to reach 5.7 million tonnes in 2030.
  • DEWA’s R&D Center registers patent for robotic carrier

    Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) 's Research and Development (R&D) Center has registered its sixth patent for a user-friendly robotic carrier to transport and lift solar photovoltaic panels easily from any surface.
  • Dubai records weeklong real estate transactions worth $2 billion

    Dubai, UAE--Dubai's real estate market recorded a total of 2.593 transactions worth AED7.4 billion ($2 billion) during the week ending Friday, according to statistics from the Dubai Land Department. The statistics showed that 320 plots were sold for AED1.75 billion, and 1,720 apartments and villas were sold for AED3.55 billion....
  • Markets volatile, world economy likely to grow 3.2% in 2022

    As the world economy struggles to recover from the after-effects of the pandemic, financial markets are more volatile than ever.
  • UAE calls for global solidarity at environment ministers meet

    UAE Minister of Climate Change and the Environment Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri participated in the Joint Environment and Climate Ministers’ Meeting as part of the G20 Summit in Indonesia.