Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has laid the foundation for its first five-star hotel, marking the beginning of the rollout of its AED 75 billion hospitality investment plan that will further enrich Dubai’s world class tourism infrastructure. Located within
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As Saudi Arabia advances large-scale industrial and energy transition projects — including a carbon capture hub in Jubail designed to capture up to 9 million tonnes of CO₂ per year by 2028 and the USD 8.4 billion NEOM Green Hydrogen project targeting production of 600 tonnes per day of clean hydrogen by 2027 — the […]
Following its previous official communications concerning its investment dispute with the Lebanese Republic, Al Habtoor Group confirms the formal appointment of White & Case, one of the world’s leading international law firms specialising in sovereign disputes and treaty-based investment arbitration, to represent the Group in pursuing its claims. The Group has
FESPA Middle East has confirmed its position as the Middle East’s most influential platform for global digital printing, textile, signage, and screen printing industries, with strong attendance from senior decision-makers, increased investment intent, and the delivery of tangible commercial value for exhibitors and partners across the three-day event. Post-show analysis
Global healthcare leaders, investors, and healthcare executives convened at the World Health Expo (WHX) to discuss the evolving landscape of healthcare capital investment. There is growing industry consensus that aligning capital strategies with healthcare delivery priorities is now essential as health systems worldwide address rising demand, demographic shifts, workforce
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 participation in leadership to a new phase defined by execution, decision
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





























