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Dubai real estate: Ultra-prime homes represent 4 percent of market volume in 2025

Notable deals in H1 2025 included a record-breaking AED 425 million sale in Emirates Hills and an AED 300 million beachfront villa on The Palm Jumeirah

Investor confidence fuels 38 percent rise in Dubai residential sales in H1 2025

Average monthly villa transactions rose from 2,189 in H1 2024 to 3,402 this year

EY report: Bahrain most cost-effective GCC hub for financial services firms

Bahrain aims to empower global financial institutions to leverage the kingdom’s unique advantages and highly skilled talent to drive technological advancement

157,207 companies now registered with Abu Dhabi Chamber as business confidence grows

The Chamber’s momentum aligns with Abu Dhabi’s broader economic performance

World Bank sees growth on the horizon in the GCC

The report highlights Oman’s fiscal consolidation as a noteworthy example despite it having one of the lowest projected growth rates in the region

Dubai real estate hits record high in Q2 2025 with AED 184.3 billion in sales transactions

Performance reinforces Dubai’s reputation as one of the world’s most attractive and resilient property markets

BlackRock releases 2025 Midyear Global Outlook amid market uncertainty

BlackRock believes this era offers better opportunities than the relatively static conditions of the past decade

Emaar Properties emerges as fastest-growing real estate brand, ROSHN Group debuts as major player: Brand Finance

Chinese real estate brands retains leadership globally, but signs of waning influence are emerging 

WHO: Over 666 million people still lack electricity despite global progress

The report calls for a renewed focus on scalable, affordable solutions from decentralized solar power to clean cooking technologies

Jordan’s economic growth outpaces forecasts as IMF releases new funds

Jordan continues to make progress with a gradual fiscal consolidation and strengthening fiscal sustainability

Emirates NBD highlights UAE’s rise as fintech powerhouse in new PwC report

The report explores key trends shaping the market, including surging digital adoption, expanding venture capital investment, and the integration of AI

Turkey central bank holds interest rates at 46 percent amid geopolitical tensions

Market rates, such as the Turkish Lira Overnight Reference Rate (TLREF), have also aligned in the 46 percent range