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Metals struggle as markets price peak hawkishness, not peak demand – Saxo Bank

News Desk 23/06/2026

Industrial and precious metals remain on the defensive as financial markets continue to adjust to the prospect of higher funding costs and a more restrictive US monetary policy outlook. The latest wave of selling has been amplified by a sharp correction across technology stocks, with

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Strategic infrastructure investments and sustained demand transform the UAE’s industrial and logistics real estate: JLL

News Desk 17/02/2026

The UAE’s industrial and logistics real estate market is highlighting demand for institutional-grade assets, supported by national industrial priorities, sustained infrastructure investment, and a diversified trade portfolio, according to JLL’s UAE Industrial & Logistics Real Estate: Market Dynamics and Investment Outlook 2026 report. With an ambitious array of mega

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Australia’s red meat exports to the MENA region hit record A$2.2bn (5.37 billion) as premium demand surges

News Desk 26/01/2026

Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), through its global brand Aussie Beef & Lamb (ABL), has announced that Australian red meat and livestock exports to the Middle East and North African (MENA) region exceeded a record A$2.2 billion (AED 5.37 billion) in 2025, with growth to the region outpacing the rest of the world over the […]

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Travel Insurance Demand Soars 45% As UAE Residents Plan Holiday Travel

News Desk 13/11/2025

Policybazaar.ae, a leading insurance marketplace in the Middle East, has recorded a substantial 45% increase in travel insurance queries for Q4 2025 compared to the same period last year. Demand for travel insurance rises sharply during peak periods such as UAE National Day, Christmas, New Year, and the long school break in December. The surge […]

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Commodities weekly: Debasement fears the latest focus fuelling demand for gold and silver – Saxo Bank

PR News Desk 10/10/2025

Gold’s breakout above USD 4,000 and silver’s return to levels unseen since 1980 have once again placed monetary debasement at the heart of the commodity narrative. The word, once confined to history books, has re-emerged in market vocabulary as faith in fiat currencies erodes under the weight of chronic deficits, politicised monetary policy, and falling […]

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PERMASTEELISA GROUP’S FAÇADECARE BUSINESS IN THE MIDDLE EAST GROWS AS DEMAND INCREASES

PR News Desk 23/09/2025

Permasteelisa Group, the UK’s leading international façade specialist, has grown its FaçadeCare business, which is dedicated to extending the lifespan of façades on buildings across the Middle East, by 33% in the last 12 months. The FaçadeCare team specialises in maintaining, protecting and enhancing façades – preserving their value, reducing costs and improving

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Gold Supported by Central Bank Buying, Strong Indian Demand Outlook : Comments from Century Financial

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

Oil fell 1.2% on Monday and steadied after an early drop on Tuesday, as investors await Friday’s meeting between US and Russian leaders for fresh direction. Traders are closely watching the lead-up to the talks, which could result in eased US sanctions on OPEC+ member Russia and potentially bring more supply to the market. Prices […]

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Crude oil: Sanctions threat counters tariff-driven demand worries – Saxo Bank MENA

PR News Desk 26/03/2025

Crude oil futures continue to recover from a USD 14 selloff that began in January following Trump’s combative inauguration speech, which signalled an inward political focus combined with aggressive trade policies, including tariffs, that were meant to Make America (not the world) Great Again. His speech and subsequent action, including his “drill, baby,

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Cambridge Expands Checkpoint Test Series Due to Increased Demand

PR News Desk 18/02/2025

The International Education group at Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge), today announced an expansion of its series of Cambridge Checkpoint tests, valued for their role in helping schools identify the learning needs of primary and lower secondary students. Over 1600 schools in 101 countries used Cambridge Checkpoint tests last year to obtain an

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Surge in Demand Across Various Sectors as Event Season Kicks Off in the UAE

PR News Desk 24/09/2024

As the region enters its highly anticipated event season, several industries, including mobility, hospitality, and retail, are reporting strong demand driven by major events. Key players across sectors are seeing a significant uptick in bookings, sales, and consumer interest, reflecting the strong recovery of the travel, tourism, and event industries. Soham Shah, CEO of

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BKN301 Group responds to growing demand for secure payment solutions with new strategic vision

PR News Desk 21/08/2024

BKN301 Group, a leading digital payments and Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) provider in the MENA region, unveiled a new strategy aimed at transforming the financial ecosystem and increasing revenue streams for traditional banks. This strategy includes delivering cutting-edge fintech solutions, creating a robust and structured environment for banks and companies, as well as

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Developers locked in battle to win over investors as Dubai property demand soars

News Desk 10/07/2024

With demand for both off-plan and ready properties in Dubai at an all-time high, developers are locked in an intense battle to win over real estate investors. Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties, says more options for buyers in a maturing market means that developers are battling on several fronts to get their attention. […]

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Strong demand, inflation effects keep Dubai real estate market strong – report

News Desk 06/06/2024

Dubai’s real estate market continues to show resilience and strength, driven by sustained demand and the effects of inflation, and a market update issued today says the Emirate remains vibrant and attractive to a diverse range of property investors. The report delivers an optimistic outlook based on Dubai’s established reputation as a premier global

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DeCluttr Me Expands Services to Include House Clearance Following Customer Demand

News Desk 06/05/2024

DeCluttr Me, the region’s first licensed professional home and office organising company, has broadened its range of services to offer house clearance. The addition comes in response to rising customer demand for sorting out and clearing homes in preparation for moving, downsizing, or as a result of changing personal circumstances, such as losing a loved […]

Business GCC Saudi Arabia

Seera’s Lumi expands used car sales footprint to Jeddah, to meet growing demand

News Desk 19/06/2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | 19 June 2023: Seera Group Holding’s car rental and leasing unit, Lumi Rental Company (“Lumi” or the “Company”), today announced the launch of its second used car sales showroom, further expanding its used car sales footprint in the Kingdom to meet strong growth in demand. Located in Jeddah’s Al Jawhara district, […]

Travel Lifestyle

Demand for Eid Al-Adha Packages Surges by 47%, musafir.com Reports

News Desk 05/06/2023

Dubai, UAE – June 5, 2023: According to musafir.com, the leading online travel agency in the UAE, this summer around 50% of UAE residents are focusing on leisure holidays, while 25% are considering combining leisure travels with a visit to their home country, and 25% will be visiting their home countries. Despite the summer being […]

Logistics GCC UAE

Ramadan shopping spurs online sales growth in UAE, driving demand for modern logistics tech

News Desk 14/04/2023

With Eid just around the corner, online shopping has significantly increased in the UAE. This surge in eCommerce has impacted not only retailers but also small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the logistics industry in the MENA region. According to research, there is a potential 33% surge in shopping volumes in the MEA region during […]

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Orient Planet Academy launches new diplomas

News Desk 21/03/2023

Orient Planet Academy, one of the leading online academies in the Arab world dedicated to public relations (PR) and communications practitioners, has launched new diploma programs in Journalism, Public Relations and Event Management. The programs are designed to offer students a comprehensive and in-depth study of their selected subject, while providing the flexibility and