Union Coop announced that the back-to-school season has significantly boosted retail activity across the UAE, with ‘August’ witnessing peak demand at shopping centers and outlets as families prepared for the new academic year. The cooperative launched three major campaigns covering stationery,
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Saxo Bank announces H1 2025 results with steady growth in net profits and a record number of clients
The Saxo Bank Group achieved a net profit of EUR 73 million in the first half of the year, representing an 18% increase compared to the same period in 2024. The group is now servicing a record 1.4 million clients globally, with client assets amounting to EUR 118 billion, the highest in company history. In […]
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) recently brought together its business community for a high-impact session aimed at enhancing operational clarity, compliance, and long-term planning. Led by Key Account, Permits & Regulations and Engineering departments at RAKEZ, the session offered critical insights into upcoming infrastructure upgrades and essential regulatory
A new analysis by Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has revealed that Indian-owned businesses continued to top the list of new non-UAE companies joining the chamber during the first half of 2025. A total of 9,038 new members from India joined during the six-month […]
Object 1 has continued its rapid ascent in the UAE’s real estate sector, closing the first half of 2025 with a development pipeline exceeding 4.5 million square feet across more than 294 floors and 16 active projects on sale. The company’s strong positioning in Dubai has been further solidified by its strategic expansion into Abu […]
Within six months of launching its regional network in the UAE, Association for Project Management (APM) has recorded an impressive 35% growth in membership numbers in the region, underscoring the increase in demand for qualifications and upskilling in the project management industry. During this timeframe, APM also successfully conducted several networking events,
Al Islami Foods, a UAE pioneer in the wholesome food products sector and a global leader in halal foods, announced its return to the Omani market, marking a key milestone in the brand’s regional expansion after the recent repositioning that celebrates “Food is a Blessing”. Al Islami products are now available in all major supermarkets […]
TIME Hotels, the UAE-born hospitality brand, has announced positive summer 2025 results, recording significant year-on-year growth in occupany, Average Daily Rates (ADR), and Revenue Per Available Room (RevPar), underscoring the company’s strategic focus on high-growth markets and highlighting the region’s increasing appeal as a year-round tourism destination. During June
‘Big-ticket’ events are playing a pivotal role in driving international tourism and accelerating economic growth, according to experts speaking recently at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025. In the GCC alone, the event and exhibition market is expected to reach US$827 million by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 3.94%. Following the global success of mega-events […]
As global demand for lifestyle-focused real estate continues to grow, Dubai is cementing its status as the world’s leading market for branded residences. Currently home to 48,474 branded units across 144 projects – with 5,510 of those added in just the first half of 2025 – the city is outpacing traditional strongholds like Miami, New […]
Union Coop has announced exceptional financial and operational results for the first half of 2025, driven by strategic retail expansion, innovative digital services, and a customer-centric approach that has solidified its leadership in the UAE’s retail sector. Mr. Mohamed Al Hashemi, Union Coop’s CEO, revealed that the cooperative recorded a net profit of AED 173.6M […]
Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced its key achievements for the first half of 2025. The impressive results reflect the chamber’s growing contributions to attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) and reinforcing Dubai’s position as a leading global investment destination. Dubai International
Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced its key achievements for the first half of 2025. The results reflect the chamber’s continued efforts to enhance the competitiveness of Dubai’s business environment and contribute to the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33). The chamber […]
Tanmiah Food Company (“Tanmiah” or the “Company”, 2281 on the Saudi Exchange), established in 1962, one of the Middle East’s leading providers of fresh poultry, processed proteins, animal feed, health products and restaurants operator, announced its results for the first half ending 30 June 2025 (“H1 2025”), reporting a solid 8.6% year-on-year (“YoY”) growth in […]
The MENA region is home to 377 million gamers, nearly half the region’s population. Governments across the GCC are pouring billions into national strategies to position gaming and esports as key growth sectors, with Saudi Arabia alone targeting a US$13.3 billion economic impact. In this context, MENATech Entertainment (a GGTech company) is leading this charge […]
National Central Cooling Company PJSC (DFM: TABREED / ISIN: AEA002201018), the world’s leading and most diversified district cooling company, today announced the results for the six-month period ended 30 June 2025, reporting revenues of AED 1.11 billion and a net profit of AED 276 million. The results reflect strategic momentum across Tabreed’s platform, with improved […]
In anticipation of the wide-ranging impact of Ras Al Khaimah’s phenomenal growth across all sectors, including education, the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is aligning its academic and research offerings with the emirate’s ambitious trajectory. Ras Al Khaimah’s holistic development continues at an accelerated pace, driven by a series of tourism,
Dubai Chambers recently organised a dedicated workshop aimed at highlighting its comprehensive suite of services designed to support the growth and competitiveness of the business community both locally and internationally. The online session attracted 180 representatives from across the private sector. Participants were introduced to the full range of programmes,
ADNOC Distribution (ISIN: AEA006101017) (Symbol: ADNOCDIST), the UAE’s largest fuel and convenience retailer, today reported double-digit growth in its EBITDA and net profit for the first half of 2025, exceeding analyst expectations. The Company achieved its highest-ever first-half EBITDA of $566 million, up 10.0% year-on-year (YoY), driving a 12.2% YoY increase in net
The Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, which operates under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has launched three new specialised advisory services to support the sustainable growth of family businesses. The initiative aims to strengthen the governance of family-owned enterprises operating in Dubai, enhancing their future readiness and enabling them to navigate the evolving





























