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Elias Al Helou

Elias Al Helou is a digital editor and translator at Economy Middle East and Economy Saudi Arabia. He has obtained degrees in journalism and mass communication, as well as English language and literature.

Elias has an extensive professional experience, having worked as a journalist, translator, editor, and proofreader.

In his role, Elias covers current news in the region and beyond, providing up-to-date coverage in both English and Arabic. Apart from his focus on daily news, Elias also writes about technology and business.

Saudi Arabia’s residential real estate poised for growth amid government initiatives, heightened demand

Saudi Arabia’s residential real estate poised for growth amid government initiatives, heightened demand

Affordability challenges arise amid record mortgage growth and new regulations 

Saudi Arabia leads MENA in digital government services maturity with 96 percent rate in 2024

Saudi Arabia leads MENA in digital government services maturity with 96 percent rate in 2024

The country advanced from fourth place in 2020 to first in 2024 with remarkable strides

UAE and Croatia explore opportunities in new economy, tourism and advanced technology

UAE and Croatia explore opportunities in new economy, tourism and advanced technology

Focus on creating a flexible business environment to boost investment and dialogue between both nations 

Trump introduces 100 percent tariff on foreign films: “We want movies made in America again”

Trump introduces 100 percent tariff on foreign films: “We want movies made in America again”

Uncertainty remains on how tariffs will affect streaming services and box office revenues 

Dubai: 57 major road projects to cut travel time for 8 million residents by 2027

Dubai: 57 major road projects to cut travel time for 8 million residents by 2027

Upgrades to key corridors will significantly boost vehicle capacity and reduce travel times

UAE’s new AI curriculum modernizes education, preparing students for tomorrow’s challenges

UAE’s new AI curriculum modernizes education, preparing students for tomorrow’s challenges

The AI curriculum aims to equip students with critical skills for navigating a digital world 

Saudi Arabia non-oil sector employment climbs, reflecting continued growth momentum

Saudi Arabia non-oil sector employment climbs, reflecting continued growth momentum

Saudi Arabia's economy grew 2.7 percent in Q1, driven by non-oil sector activities and diversification

Warren Buffett to step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway – Who will lead next?

Warren Buffett to step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway – Who will lead next?

Buffett’s announcement was met with applause from 40,000 shareholders during the annual meeting 

Oil prices drop over $2 as OPEC+ agrees to increase production by 411,000 barrels

Oil prices drop over $2 as OPEC+ agrees to increase production by 411,000 barrels

Barclays lowered its Brent forecast by $4 to $66 a barrel due to OPEC+ decisions

Dubai’s 24-carat gold prices up AED3.50; global rates rise on weaker dollar

Dubai’s 24-carat gold prices up AED3.50; global rates rise on weaker dollar

Traders expect 80 basis points of rate cuts this year after strong job growth reported in April

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 concludes with 55,000 attendees, 16 percent YoY growth

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 concludes with 55,000 attendees, 16 percent YoY growth

Growth has been achieved across all show verticals, with a YoY increase of 19 percent in the Middle East

Sharjah real estate market hits $234.6 million in Q1 2025, up 159.2 percent year-over-year

Sharjah real estate market hits $234.6 million in Q1 2025, up 159.2 percent year-over-year

A total of 6,493 transactions were recorded across various branches in the quarter