Dodo Pizza UAE has concluded its Ramadan 2026 campaign, which ran from 18 February to 22 March. Over the course of the Holy month, 409 children participated in Kids’ Pizza Master Classes, and 1,650 free Iftar boxes were distributed to delivery couriers. The UAE Ramadan economy is
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U.S. Markets U.S. markets are still under pressure, and the recent recovery has faded. The S&P 500 (SPX) has fallen toward $6,475, down about 1.7%, as rising oil prices and higher bond yields continue to weigh on sentiment. Brent crude is holding above $100 again after briefly falling earlier in the week, showing how quickly […]
While staying invested through volatility is often the smartest long-term move, that doesn’t always mean doing nothing, say experts from global wealth management firm Janus Henderson. In a newly published guide to navigating market volatility, they show how strategically managing around a market decline can help cushion the ride and make it easier to stay the […]
Dubai’s residential real estate market recorded 15,369 transactions worth AED 45.39 billion in February 2026, reflecting sustained activity across the emirate’s property sector despite evolving global and regional dynamics. While transaction levels remained broadly stable compared with January, the market continued to demonstrate year-on-year expansion. Compared with
EDGE Group of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Safran Electronics & Defense, an international high-technology group operating in the aviation, defence and space market, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly explore the development, production, and commercialisation of advanced air-to-ground weapon systems. This first phase of engagement
Dubai’s residential property market recorded AED 55.18 billion in transactions across 15,756 sales in January 2026, reflecting a 43.9% year-on-year increase in transaction value and a 19.1% rise in transaction volumes, according to Springfield Properties’ January 2026 Dubai Real Estate Market Report. The January performance provides a strong baseline for the year,
Ras Al Khaimah’s real estate market is set to carry its 2025 momentum into 2026, with steady growth expected across both off-plan and ready homes as buyer demand remains strong and available supply – particularly along the coast – becomes increasingly limited, according to Metropolitan Premium Properties. Off-plan sales are expected to rise by […]
Dubai’s real estate market is evolving beyond pure luxury or speculative investment. Buyers and investors are increasingly prioritising wellness, green living, and community-focused environments, with low-density layouts, integrated amenities, and access to open spaces driving demand. According to the Dubai Land Department (DLD), Dubai attracted approximately 94,700
HID, a worldwide leader in trusted identity solutions, is showcasing its full portfolio of solutions designed to address the Middle East’s rapidly evolving security landscape at Intersec Dubai 2026. From advanced access control to mobile credentials and passwordless authentication, HID is demonstrating how a unified, cyber-secure, and user-centric approach to trusted
As the Middle East’s gift card and incentive market accelerates toward USD 38 billion by 2030, businesses across the UAE and Saudi Arabia are transforming how they reward employees and customers. According to new data from Mordor Intelligence, the gift card and incentive card market in the GCC is valued at USD 24.9 billion in […]
The amount of Bitcoin available to be bought or sold today is far smaller than most people realise, and an industry expert says this is creating a historic supply squeeze that is fundamentally reshaping the market. This shift is being driven by a combination of institutional adoption, long-term holding strategies, and a significant portion […]
SICO Capital, a leading provider of asset management, brokerage, and investment banking services in Riyadh and licensed by the Saudi Capital Market Authority (License No. 08096-37), announced today that it has completed the increase in its paid-up capital from SAR 60 million to SAR 100 million in the second quarter of 2025. This milestone reflects […]
Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, has been honoured at the prestigious 3rd edition of the Emirates Labour Market Award (EMLA). Organised by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), the event was held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy […]
US Markets The S&P 500 extended its strong rebound, rising 1.43% in yesterday’s session, while the Nasdaq gained 2%, supported by a renewed tech-led rally. Optimism around a potential Federal Reserve rate cut continues to support sentiment, with the index currently trading at $6,703 in today’s session. Megacap technology stocks were the main drivers of […]
As the Middle East’s gift card and incentive market accelerates toward USD 38 billion by 2030, businesses across the UAE and Saudi Arabia are transforming how they reward employees and customers. According to new data from Mordor Intelligence, the gift card and incentive card market in the GCC is valued at USD 24.9 billion in […]
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 […]
Bitcoin briefly traded below the $100,000 mark yesterday, reaching its lowest level since June, as the broader crypto market reacted to the outcome of the recent U.S. Federal Reserve meeting. The move followed comments by Fed Chairman Jerome Powell, who signalled that a December interest rate cut is “not a foregone conclusion”, tempering investor […]
US Markets The SPX dropped 1.17% yesterday, marking its biggest decline since October 10. Since reaching its recent high on October 29, the index has fallen 2.18%. The selloff was mainly triggered by Palantir. Despite posting strong earnings, investors grew wary about its frothy valuations, as the stock trades around 217x forward P/E. Meanwhile, […]
Zeroe, an intelligent sustainability infrastructure platform headquartered in Dubai, has partnered with PT Mitra Kiara Indonesia (MKI), affiliated company of Semen Indonesia Group (SIG), to complete a one-month proof of concept (POC) that established MKI’s first audit-ready greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory and evaluated the carbon impact of new machinery investments. The
Dubai’s property market has once again outperformed expectations through the traditionally quieter summer season, with residential transactions up 22.7% year-on-year and commercial sales value climbing 31% in the third quarter of 2025, according to Engel & Völkers Middle East, a leader in premium residential and commercial real estate services. The results reaffirm the



























