Interviews

e&: Financial discipline key to group’s continuing success

e&’s 5-year record-breaking financial results are a powerful testament to the bold vision and dynamic strategy driving the group's performance

How business leaders can thrive amid geopolitical shifts and economic uncertainty

Georgetown University's expertise lies at the intersection of policy, international relations, and other disciplines

Bridgestone: Transformation in motion from tire manufacturer to a developer of advanced mobility solutions

Jacques Fourie, president of Bridgestone Middle East and Africa, shares his views on what’s driving the company to achieve new milestones in its journey to become a leading sustainable mobility solutions provider

STC Bank: Pioneering digital banking with Saudi cultural innovation

How a home-grown digital bank is reshaping financial services in the kingdom

Abu Dhabi rising: The growing international influence of the ‘Capital of Capital’

We ask Arvind Ramamurthy, chief of market development at ADGM, for his insights on the future of the leading international financial center

Ajman Bank on course to achieve key milestones in ongoing transformation

Strong growth, effective cost discipline and improved liquidity positions the bank to greater heights

Landmark Valu IPO to leverage listing for growth

Move will help bolster the fintech’s growth and commitment to innovation, financial inclusion

Mashreq leverages digitalization for business growth, enhanced customer experiences

One of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region sees embedded finance, automation and hyper personalization as the future of banking

ADIO: Charting a path for the world to live and thrive in Abu Dhabi

The office is helping build an economy that empowers communities, drives innovation and supports long-term prosperity

EMSTEEL Group: A pillar of strength in the UAE’s global industrialization ambitions

The leading manufacturer is supporting the Emirates’ industrial sector and its economic vision

Mall of the Emirates set for AED 5 billion transformation to redefine retail and lifestyle experiences

We meet Khalifa Bin Braik, CEO of Majid Al Futtaim Asset Management, who shares the vision behind the ambitious redevelopment and what it means for the future of retail in the region

The role of financial regulations in driving sustainability and innovation

Economy Middle East speaks with Emmanuel Givanakis, CEO of ADGM’s FSRA to discuss the critical role of financial services regulation in driving sustainability and fostering innovation in ADGM’s financial ecosystem

ATM 2025 puts spotlight on connectivity on 32nd edition

The new Start-Up and Innovation Zone will offer attendees immersive experience to discover the latest in travel technology

Ali Sajwani on DAMAC Hospitality standing out in a crowded marketplace

Key differentiators include ultra personalized service, memorable experiences, and strategic partnerships

Dr. Saeeda Jaffar on how Visa is supporting the strategic growth of tourism in the GCC

Senior vice president and group country manager, GCC, Visa, shares the trends shaping the future of payments in the region

IHG’s Haitham Mattar: Nurturing a partnership of growth with the Middle East as a global tourism hub

Leading global hospitality brand remains committed to supporting the region’s long-term growth

H.E. Issam Kazim on Dubai’s record-breaking 18.72 million overnight visitors cementing tourism as a D33 pillar

Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM) is leaving no stone unturned to ensure the emirate is the place of choice for people to visit, live, work and invest in

TradeTech Forum’s role in accelerating digital trade systems

TradeTech Regulatory Sandbox provides a secure environment for fintechs and financial institutions to test solutions

UAE–WEF alliance puts TradeTech in the global spotlight

Sean Doherty on scaling digital trade through strategic partnerships, AI innovation, and trust-based infrastructure

Trading blows: Can the global economy withstand the tariff shock?

EFG Hermes' Mohamed Abu Basha on recession risks, deglobalization, and how MENA can turn global turmoil into opportunity

How GDMO embraces trends, tech and AI to weave Dubai’s narrative

GDMO leverages a rapidly evolving digital media to align its strategy with the vision of Dubai's leadership

PRYPCO: Redefining the real estate landscape

PRYPCO founder and CEO Amira Sajwani is an inspiration to women to dream and achieve

Egypt’s drive for gender equality: A necessity for economic prosperity

Comprehensive, well-designed reforms, and investing in the empowerment of women keep country on track for future growth