The She Investment Summit 2026 was held on 28 January in Dubai, convening senior leaders, investors, and policymakers to examine how gender intelligence is increasingly shaping economic performance across priority sectors. The summit reflected the UAE’s transition from institutionalised female
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Alphabet reported a solid fourth quarter, with revenue rising 18% year on year and earnings surpassing market expectations, underpinned by resilient performance across its core businesses. Google’s advertising segment continued to show strength, with advertising revenue up 14% year on year. Google Cloud was the standout performer, posting revenue growth of 48% to USD 17.7
The 24th edition of the IREX 2026, Dubai will take place on 7th–8th February at Anantara Downtown, Business Bay bringing together leading international real estate companies, EB-5 regional centers, golden visa companies, immigration consultants, legal experts from over 10 countries. IREX 2026 serves as a premier B2C platform for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs),
Property Finder, the Middle East’s leading property portal, today announced a new $170 million investment from the Mubadala Investment Company “Mubadala,” an Abu Dhabi-based sovereign investor, alongside another UAE sovereign wealth fund and BECO Capital. The investment underscores Property Finder’s position as the region’s leading property portal, and reaffirms Property
Human-centred design has become the clearest marker of quality at the top end of the market. Pedestrian-friendly layouts, usable outdoor spaces, wellness and leisure amenities, and a sense of rhythm between private and shared areas are now central to what buyers expect from high-end developments. The emphasis is less on visual impact and more on […]
Invest Qatar, the Investment Promotion Agency, in partnership with the British Chamber of Commerce Qatar (BCCQ), announced the launch of a comprehensive joint report. This publication chronicles the development of the Qatar–UK relationship, highlighting emerging trade, investment, and business opportunities, setting the stage for the next phase of cooperation between the
Dubai Chambers has explored new opportunities to strengthen trade and investment ties with Greece during a series of meetings with public and private sector stakeholders. The discussions took place during an official visit to Athens organised by Dubai Chambers as part of its ongoing efforts to expand economic partnerships and unlock fresh avenues for collaboration […]
Madkhol Capital announced the signing of a series of business agreements and strategic partnerships as part of its plan to expand the range of investment options available through its application and to strengthen its solutions for both individuals and businesses. Among these agreements are business partnerships with Albilad Capital, enabling Albilad’s investment funds to
The Middle East is on track to attracting more than $100 billion (Dh370b) annually in strategic capital expenditure by 2026, spread across oil and gas, renewable energy, healthcare, digital infrastructure and manufacturing, according to a comprehensive industry outlook by Grand View Research (GVR). Despite the global energy transition, the region – led by the United […]
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Russia-UAE Business Council (RUBC) to strengthen cooperation, expand bilateral trade and support long-term partnerships between businesses in Russia and the UAE. The agreement was formalised on the sidelines of the Russia-UAE Business Forum, in the presence of UAE
As we head into 2026, the macro picture in the UAE remains supportive. The country has steadily shifted from an oil-dependent model into a diversified global hub, with non-oil industries now accounting for a huge portion of GDP. Farhan Badami, Business Development Manager at eToro, said the Central Bank of the UAE expects real GDP […]
Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced the establishment of the Bulgarian Business Council. The new council aims to strengthen economic cooperation, promote partnerships between the business communities in Dubai and Bulgaria, and expand investment collaboration across diverse sectors. The
Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) – one of the leading strategic investment groups in sports, culture, entertainment and lifestyle – is pleased to announce its forthcoming acquisition of KAS Eupen, a historic Belgian football club, currently competing in the Challenger Pro League. The addition of KAS Eupen to the QSI group further strengthens its position as […]
Saxo, the leader in online trading and investment, announced its annual Outrageous Predictions for 2026 today. The future almost never arrives in straight lines. Whether it’s technology, culture, or politics, changes and evolution often come slowly from year to year. But then, suddenly, there is a lurch. Saxo’s outrageous predictions live in those lurches. They are not
On the occasion of the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum, The Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA), the National Industrial Development Center (NIDC), Stellantis, and Petromin Corporation have signed a four-party Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the establishment of a vehicle manufacturing project within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The signing ceremony took
Dubai’s commercial property market posted one of its strongest months on record in October, with sales transactions rising 21.4% year-on-year to 1,274 deals valued at AED 12.3 billion — a 9.9% increase versus October 2024, according to Engel & Völkers Middle East, a leader in premium residential and commercial real estate services. The momentum was […]
DHL Express to Establish First Regional Aircraft Maintenance Hangar with USD 85.1 Million Investment
DHL Express, the world’s leading express and logistics provider, has announced plans to construct a world-class aircraft maintenance hangar at Bahrain International Airport. With a total investment of USD 85.1 million, the project marks one of DHL’s largest aviation infrastructure investments in the Middle East and North Africa. The new facility will be the first […]
Image Credit : WAM In a landmark move to strengthen financial inclusion and promote a culture of savings and investment, the UAE Ministry of Finance has unveiled the Retail Sukuk Initiative a new programme that allows citizens and residents to directly invest in government-backed Islamic Treasury Sukuk (T-Sukuk). The initiative, launched under the leadership of […]
The Middle East has become a magnet for investment, talent and technology as it redefines the geography of global food production. As supply chains recalibrate in the wake of geopolitical and economic shifts, manufacturers are moving operations closer to the UAE and wider GCC, drawn by its unmatched logistics infrastructure, open trade routes and advanced […]
Cercli (www.cercli.com), the modern platform for enterprises to hire, manage, and pay their global workforce in the age of AI, has announced a $12 million Series A round led by Germany headquartered Picus Capital. The round also saw participation from Knollwood Investment Advisory, existing investors Y Combinator, Afore Capital, and COTU Ventures who doubled down on




























