Assets held by UAE insurance companies rose 6.1 percent to AED164.9 billion ($44.9 billion) in 2025, the Central Bank of the UAE said, as the sector recorded growth across premiums, claims, provisions and profits. Gross written premiums increased 14.9 percent to AED74.8 billion from AED65.1 billion a year earlier, while...

Discoveries spanning prehistoric settlements, Bronze Age tombs and heritage sites are deepening understanding of ancient communities and their regional connections.

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....

The Ministry said if any sounds are heard, they are the result of air defense interceptions and "affirmed its full readiness to respond to any threat and safeguard the UAE’s sovereignty, security, and stability".

Revenue reaches record $4.04 billion.

Kearney’s 34-market study finds coordinated investment, strong customer satisfaction and financial performance helping the two Gulf markets outperform larger economies.

Dubai, UAE -- The UAE Cybersecurity Council (CSC) has announced that the national cyber systems have successfully detected and thwarted advanced, coordinated cyber attacks targeting the country's aviation, energy and education sectors. The Council affirmed that the attacks were dealt with proactively and immediately, with intrusion attempts contained before the...

The the UAE Economic Graph Report 2026 by LinkedIn and the Ministry of Foreign Trade says real estate led hiring growth, while the UAE ranked highly for FinTech skills, AI talent attraction and net migration.

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.

Healthcare demand drives stronger earnings.

Real GDP rose to $132.0 billion at constant prices in the January-March period, while non-oil GDP expanded 4.8 percent, increasing its share of the economy to 79.4 percent from 78.0 percent a year earlier.

Revenue, occupancy drive earnings higher

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...

Dubai, UAE -- UAE telecom operator du said on Monday it had completed the deployment of its National Hypercloud platform for Dubai Taxi Company (DTC), marking what it described as the country's first full-scale migration of a transport operator's core systems to a sovereign cloud platform. The deployment follows a...

The reserve is the country's third World Heritage Site and the first recognized specifically for its outstanding natural value.

Income growth supports steady earnings.

The milestone reflected the success of the UAE's strategy to build a diversified, competitive and open economy while strengthening its position as a global trade, investment and logistics hub, Minister of Foreign Trade Thani Al Zeyoudi said in a statement.

Dubai, UAE -- UAE defense and advanced technology group EDGE has agreed to acquire a 100 percent stake in Brazilian aerospace and engineering company AKAER, expanding its international engineering footprint and strengthening capabilities in unmanned systems and advanced aerospace technologies. The transaction, which remains subject to customary closing conditions and...

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai-based carrier flydubai will introduce a second daily flight to Bangkok from July 18, doubling its daily service on the route less than three weeks after its launch, as strong demand boosts travel between Dubai and the Thai capital during the summer season. The additional service will...

Dubai, UAE -- Abu Dhabi's Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) said young professionals now make up more than 30 percent of its workforce, underscoring its focus on developing talent to support the UAE's transition to cleaner energy. Marking World Youth Skills Day, the company said its graduate programmes are...

Dubai, UAE -- Sharjah's real estate transactions rose 9.3 percent year on year to about AED29.5 billion ($8.03 billion) in the first half of 2026, as the emirate recorded stronger trading activity and attracted investors from 121 nationalities. The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department said it completed 59,460 transactions during...

Abu Dhabi, UAE -- Tabadul, the regional cross-border trading and market connectivity platform, recorded a record trading value of AED13.5 billion (US$3.68 billion) during the first half of 2026, surpassing the total trading value achieved throughout 2025, as it marked four years since its launch. The milestone reflects growing investor...

Dubai, UAE -- Mastercard and CrescentRating released the 11th edition of the Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI), revealing how AI, digital trust, regional mobility and destination readiness are reshaping the next phase of Muslim-friendly travel. The report projects international Muslim arrivals to increase to 208 million this year, compared to...

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...

Rubio and Sheikh Mohamed reviewed strategic cooperation between the UAE and the US and discussed regional developments, with particular focus on security, stability and peace in the Middle East, WAM reported.

Dubai, UAE -- Miral and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences have announced two new DC-themed attractions for Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, expanding the indoor theme park's entertainment offering on Yas Island. The additions, Kryptonite Collider and Superman Up and Away, represent the latest phase of investment in the attraction...

Dubai, UAE -- The UAE, the European Union and humanitarian organizations met in Brussels on Thursday to discuss strengthening global humanitarian supply chains as conflicts, maritime disruptions and other geopolitical tensions increasingly threaten the delivery of aid worldwide. The event, co-hosted by the UAE Embassy in Brussels, Dubai Humanitarian and...

Saudi Arabia was represented by intella, which develops Arabic-language speech recognition and analytics tools, and Nommas Technologies, which provides AI-powered visual inspection systems for manufacturers.

Visa's latest Stay Secure study also highlighted the rapid rise of social commerce, with 69% of UAE consumers reporting purchases made directly through social media platforms.

Dubai, UAE -- The UAE's travel sector has strengthened its defences against email fraud ahead of the peak summer booking season, although more than half of the country's leading travel websites still lack the highest level of protection against phishing attacks, cybersecurity company Proofpoint said. A study by Proofpoint found...

Dubai, UAE --- Global travel companies and tourism industry leaders expressed confidence in the UAE's tourism sector during the "Engage by Elevate online 2026" summit, citing the destination's resilience and continued appeal to international travellers. The hybrid event, organised by Elevate World and hosted from Dubai, brought together more than...

The UAE Property Investment Index, conducted by U.S.-based Penta Group, found that 56% of global property investors expressed serious interest in investing in the UAE, placing it ahead of the United States at 54%, Britain at 41%, France at 28% and Spain at 27%.

Dubai, UAE -- Organizations in the United Arab Emirates are moving faster than their global counterparts to adapt technology strategies to a more uncertain geopolitical environment, according to a KPMG report released on Wednesday. The KPMG UAE Tech Report 2026 found that 54% of UAE organizations plan to hire more...

Non-oil activities drove growth as construction, finance, real estate and transport sectors posted robust gains, underscoring diversification efforts and long-term economic development goals.

Professor Tareq Osaili, Vice Dean, College of Health Sciences, Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Sharjah, says the UAE’s integrated food system combines imports, manufacturing, innovation, and efficient ingredients to strengthen resilience, affordability, nutrition, and sustainability amid global disruptions.

Governance, accountability and validation processes emerge as critical requirements for translating growing AI investment into measurable operational and security outcomes, according to the KPMG report.

Visa launched its global Agentic Ready program in the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday, expanding efforts to support artificial intelligence-driven commerce across the region. The launch forms part of a broader rollout across Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Visa said. The company said the Agentic Ready...

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...

The partnership will raise a combination of equity and debt capital to target an investment portfolio that aims to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns underpinned by a healthy cash yield.

The incident came hours after India condemned an attack on an Indian-flagged vessel off Oman’s coast, calling continued assaults on commercial shipping “unacceptable”.

A new Dataiku study shows UAE CEOs increasingly view AI performance, governance and accountability as defining measures of leadership success.

Niche businesses often need to help investors understand the category before they can evaluate the company. Founders should explain the problem why existing solutions fall short, and how the business creates a different measure of value.

The decision marks one of the most significant ruptures in the producer group's recent history. Long viewed as one of OPEC's most influential Gulf members after Saudi Arabia, the UAE said the move reflects a reassessment of its long-term energy strategy and production ambitions.

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).

The UAE’s foodservice sector continued to grow in 2025 and is expected to expand further through 2030, even as the global market moves into a phase of more stable and moderate growth, according to an exclusive preview of Deloitte’s Foodservice Market Monitor 2026 shared with TUTTOFOOD. The report said the...

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) reported a 19.4 percent rise in first-quarter net profit, supported by higher income from Islamic financing and continued growth across business segments. Net profit after tax reached 380.7 million dirhams ($103.7 million) in the three months to March 31, compared with 318.9 million dirhams in the...

National Bonds said it posted its strongest annual performance in two decades, with bondholders’ funds surpassing $4.9 billion in 2025. The company said funds rose 14% year-on-year, while returns of up to 4.45% were distributed to savers. Regular savers increased 37% compared to 2024, and corporate liquidity and treasury solutions...

The company said revenue grew 20 percent year-on-year to $5.65 billion, while net profit increased 16 percent, supported by strong performance across its ports, economic cities and free zones, and maritime and shipping clusters.

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 represents 100 percent of its share capital. The company reported record property sales of approximately $19.4 billion in 2025.