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
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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
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
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
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. […]
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
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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