economy

GCC real estate market to maintain upward momentum in H2 2025 on strong investor demand 

Lower interest rates, fiscal support and sustained government investment in economic diversification are anticipated to drive growth and market confidence

Syrian investment delegation to visit Riyadh to strengthen economic cooperation, regional integration

The delegation will be accompanied by representatives from the private sector on both sides

Dubai International Chamber attracts 143 companies to Dubai in H1 2025, up 138 percent

The chamber added 31 multinational companies (MNCs), marking a 138 percent increase over the 13 attracted in H1 2024

Abu Dhabi Chamber highlights record growth in trade certificates amid economic diversification

The sustained rise in certificates of origin issued by the Abu Dhabi Chamber is a clear evidence of the emirate’s thriving export sector

Crude oil prices climb to $65.89 as Russia supply concerns cool after Trump-Putin meeting

Trump is scheduled to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and European leaders in a bid to secure a swift peace deal

The trust imperative in the region’s digital future

Today’s wealth centers must offer more than fiscal advantages; they must guarantee stability, transparency, and the assurance that rules won’t suddenly change

Middle East rewires for a net-zero future

Economies in the region are committed to harnessing their renewable energy potential, driving the need for comprehensive grid transformation

Securing our digital world in the age of quantum and AGI

In a threat landscape shaped by quantum decryption and AGI-driven compromise, identity, particularly machine identity, has become the new perimeter

How can price intelligence ensure viability of premium pricing?

Luxury brands are facing mounting pressure worldwide to reconsider pricing strategy

How the office market boom is reshaping REIT strategy in the Gulf

The region’s flourishing office market is transforming REIT strategies, as rising demand, limited supply, and evolving tenant needs push businesses to rethink growth

UAE e-invoicing: A strategic imperative, not just a compliance deadline

As we approach the July 2026 mandate, UAE businesses must move beyond compliance to unlock the operational and strategic advantages of e-invoicing

Future-proofing smart cities: Why interoperability is the next CEO priority

Interoperability is more than a boardroom buzzword — it’s a strategic advantage, enabling vendor flexibility, scalable infrastructure, and future-ready technology investments across the organization