economy

Dubai Chamber of Commerce welcomes 35,532 new members in H1 2025, exports and re-exports hit $46.8 billion

The chamber also issued 409,083 Certificates of Origin, up 10 percent from H1 2024

Saudi Arabia’s mining sector jumps from 104th to 23rd place on Fraser Institute’s Investment Attractiveness Index

Notable advancements in mining administration and regulatory clarity enhance investor confidence significantly 

Dubai to host WHX Tech 2025 in September spotlighting AI and women-led healthcare innovations

Over 200 speakers and 5,000 leaders will gather to ignite essential collaborations and policy changes

Abu Dhabi’s EMSTEEL first in MENA to secure global ResponsibleSteel™ certification

Landmark global recognition underscores EMSTEEL’s dedication to pioneering sustainable business practices

Dubai 24-carat gold price today rises above AED406, global rates relieved as Trump’s tariff decision calms markets

Trump's assurance against gold tariffs calms markets; traders eye U.S. CPI and Fed rate cut expectations closely now

Crude oil prices rise 0.39 percent to $66.90 following U.S.-China tariff extension, trade optimism

Trump extended the tariff truce with China for an additional 90 days, averting duties

Abu Dhabi Investment Office partners with Ant International to boost fintech growth

The strategic collaboration aligns with ADIO’s broader mission to enable high-impact companies to scale from Abu Dhabi while strengthening economic ties between Asia and the UAE capital

DMCC welcomes over 1,100 companies in H1 2025 as demand grows from key global markets

Growth was fueled by strong demand from key overseas markets such as China, Türkiye and the United Kingdom

Crude oil prices fall to $66.21 as market awaits outcome of U.S.-Russia talks on Ukraine

If negotiations fail and the conflict persists, markets may see a sharp rebound in oil prices

Dubai’s DEWA posts strong H1 2025 results with 13.2 percent net profit growth

DEWA expects stronger revenue and profit in the second half of the year due to seasonal business patterns

Smiles, Etihad Airways team up for new loyalty points integration

Through the partnership, customers can now link their Smiles and Etihad Guest accounts to instantly convert points and miles between the two programs