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Banking & Finance
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Gold reserves at the Qatar Central Bank increased by about QAR13.471 billion to QAR44.153 billion
The new tariffs target goods from the EU, Japan, and South Korea at 15 percent
The Middle East still accounts for 69.9 percent of Fitch-rated sukuk, followed by Asia at 21.6 percent
The partnership emphasizes the importance of investing in human capital for sustainable development
Loan growth is expected to remain strong for the remainder of the year in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE
AI activity is driving remarkable growth in corporate boardrooms, overcoming uncertainty from tariffs
Energy
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DEWA expects stronger revenue and profit in the second half of the year due to seasonal business patterns
Higher U.S. tariffs against a wide range of trade partners took effect on Thursday, fueling concerns over weaker global economic activity
Net profit rose by 12.2 percent YoY, reaching $358 million during this period
ADNOC also retained its position as the fifth strongest brand amongst oil & gas brands
U.S. crude stockpiles declined by 3 million barrels to 423.7 million in the week ending August 1
The board of directors approved an interim dividend of $1.792 billion, up 5 percent YoY
Health
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Last year’s event generated $2.57 billion, showcasing the immense business potential in healthcare.
The group’s diversified investment portfolio has been instrumental in driving performance, with significant revenue contributions from industrial, real estate, and construction sectors
The Arab Pangenome Reference was created using high-quality DNA sequencing from 53 individuals of diverse Arab heritage residing in the UAE
Poor mental health has serious consequences for business performance as it negatively impacts productivity, job satisfaction, and employee retention
QFFD signed strategic deals with Qatari-based entities including Qatar Foundation, Qatar Charity, Education Above All Foundation, and Qatar Red Crescent
Brand transformation reflects collaboration and innovation in healthcare
Industry
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New developments will enhance support for small and medium enterprises through advanced facilities and services
As it enters a new chapter, the Abu Dhabi Chamber is poised to continue driving economic diversification, fostering international trade, and strengthening the competitiveness of the emirate’s private sector
The group’s diversified investment portfolio has been instrumental in driving performance, with significant revenue contributions from industrial, real estate, and construction sectors
Tecom Group's H1 revenue rose 21 percent YoY to AED 1.4 billion, driven by higher occupancy and rental rates and income from strategic asset acquisitions in 2024
Qatar has proactively addressed water challenges by launching a range of sustainable initiatives focused on desalination and smart water management
From extended sales events to fast delivery and digital memberships, Stefano Martinelli, vice president of Amazon MENA, explains how Amazon is adapting to more intentional, value-driven shopping behaviors in the region
Logistics
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Both sides reaffirmed their intention to further promote bilateral energy cooperation
Parkin's net income for the period increased 56 percent to AED148.4 million
Expansion forms part of DP World’s plans for a 20 million sq ft advanced car market in Dubai, set to be the largest in the world
The new tariffs target goods from the EU, Japan, and South Korea at 15 percent
The two companies will explore the potential of incorporating urban air mobility services within Diriyah’s urban framework
Exports of goods and services totaled $277.3 billion in June, reflecting ongoing economic adjustments
Markets
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Investors remained cautious as they assessed how upcoming Fed appointments could shape the central bank’s policy path
Higher U.S. tariffs against a wide range of trade partners took effect on Thursday, fueling concerns over weaker global economic activity
U.S. gold futures for December delivery hit an all-time high of $3,534.10 on Friday
In 2024 alone, Thndr recorded over $13 billion in trading value and executed 12 million trades
Apple's new pledge raises its total domestic investment commitment in the U.S. to $600 billion over the next four years
Dubai was the only market that attracted higher inflows compared to June, recording inflows of $294 million
Miscellaneous
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The first meeting between the two leaders since Biden and Putin's discussions in June 2021
The Prophet’s Birthday holiday this year is expected to fall on September 4
2025 edition welcomed over 80 students aged between 12 to 19 years, who engaged in an immersive learning journey
Program achieved a 95 percent satisfaction rate among beneficiaries
The museum embodies Dubai's ambition to empower future thinkers through cultural and intellectual exchange.
The resolution aims to expand the Council’s scope and strengthen its strategic roles for gender balance
Real Estate
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Emiratis whose monthly income exceeds AED30,000 can obtain additional financing of up to AED500,000
The emirate witnessed a remarkable 62.5 percent growth compared to July 2024’s transaction values.
Well-established hotspots such as Yas Island, Raha Beach and Ghadeer posted price gains of over 30 percent in several developments
Company’s revenue backlog reached $39.8 billion, highlighting strong future revenue visibility and growth
Projections suggest an average 9,000 units could be delivered every month through to 2027
Residential villas made up 40 percent of total licensed space, surpassing 2 million square meters
Telecom
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The Group's EBITDA margin of 44.1 percent indicates strong operational performance and financial health
During the first half of 2025, stc Group achieved revenue growth of 2.09 percent to SAR38.66 billion
GCC governments’ digitalization push fuels telecom resilient performance, expansion into Europe: S&P
Significant investments in AI and cloud services reflect GCC telcos’ commitment to future-proofing their businesses
UAE's telecom market hit $12.2 billion in 2024, fueled by 5G, smartphones, and digital investments
The event agenda will spotlight the intersection of emerging technologies and economic transformation
