Free Trade Zones

du 9M profit up 10.8%

Revenue grows as connectivity demand supports earnings

Al Rajhi Bank 9M profit up

Revenue growth lifts earnings despite higher provisions

Mashreq prices Dim Sum bond

UAE bank raises offshore renminbi funding

Aldar buys Sharjah homes

Deal adds 1,100-plus rental units

SIB profit up 9%

Higher income from financing and investment drive growth.
  • The emirate's pro-business policies, dedicated trade zones, and emphasis on tech innovation position it as a premier financial hub, George Pavel of Capex.com tells TRENDS in an interview.
  • KSA, UAE lead GCC in maritime trade

    Saudi Arabia is planning to invest US$36bn in logistics and aims to become a regional hub for the shipping sector, a position enjoyed by the UAE for many years.