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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.

Worldwide PC shipments rise 1.4 percent in Q4 2024, reflecting modest recovery amid AI price challenges

Worldwide PC shipments rise 1.4 percent in Q4 2024, reflecting modest recovery amid AI price challenges

This represents the second consecutive year in which shipment volume has fallen below the 250 million mark 

Sharjah Islamic Bank posts record profit of $313.1 million in 2024

Sharjah Islamic Bank posts record profit of $313.1 million in 2024

Total profit from financing grew 20.6 percent, reaching AED3.7 billion in 2024

Saudi Real Estate Price Index Q4 2024: 3.6 percent annual growth driven by residential, commercial sectors 

Saudi Real Estate Price Index Q4 2024: 3.6 percent annual growth driven by residential, commercial sectors 

Findings indicated a 5.0 percent rise in commercial property prices for the quarter

Saudi Q4 2024 Consumer Report: Over 200,000 inspections conducted to protect consumers 

Saudi Q4 2024 Consumer Report: Over 200,000 inspections conducted to protect consumers 

The report outlined measures to combat commercial fraud, managing over 150,000 complaints

Riyadh to host Global Labor Market Conference featuring 45 labor ministers, 200 experts

Riyadh to host Global Labor Market Conference featuring 45 labor ministers, 200 experts

The event will focus on international collaboration and youth employment

The EDITION Barcelona: A serene retreat in the avant-garde capital of Spain

The EDITION Barcelona: A serene retreat in the avant-garde capital of Spain

In this unique urban resort, the modern meets the sophisticated in a way that feels both intimate and exhilarating

Dubai expands freehold property ownership options in prime areas to attract investments

Dubai expands freehold property ownership options in prime areas to attract investments

Dubai Land Department allowed freehold conversion for properties in Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Jaddaf

Emirati students headed to NASA space camp as Arab Health marks 50th anniversary

Emirati students headed to NASA space camp as Arab Health marks 50th anniversary

The scholarship offers students immersive space and science learning opportunities

Abu Dhabi named world’s safest city for 2025: Ninth consecutive year at the top

Abu Dhabi named world’s safest city for 2025: Ninth consecutive year at the top

Reflecting the emirate’s efforts to develop pioneering security plans, strategies, and initiatives

UAE leads five Arab nations in attracting 145 foreign automotive projects worth over $22 billion in 2024

UAE leads five Arab nations in attracting 145 foreign automotive projects worth over $22 billion in 2024

The automotive sector in Arab countries attracted 184 foreign projects valued at more than $25 billion from 2003 to 2024

SpaceX Starship test flight explosion: U.S. FAA requires mishap investigation

SpaceX Starship test flight explosion: U.S. FAA requires mishap investigation

The spacecraft experienced a "rapid unscheduled disassembly" shortly after liftoff

TikTok resumes services for 170 million U.S. users after Trump promises executive order

TikTok resumes services for 170 million U.S. users after Trump promises executive order

On Saturday evening, the Chinese-owned app stopped working for U.S. users after a national security law took effect