inflation

Smart Rent Index mitigates inflation in Dubai, enhances market transparency

The index sets rent increases using rental contracts, area averages, and building classifications

What are the impacts of U.S. tariffs on economies, metals and more?

The U.S. imports a significant amount of gold and silver doré from Canada and Mexico for refining, which has now become more expensive

UAE gold prices rise AED2.5, global rates set for seventh weekly gain amid trade war risks

On Thursday, Trump asked his economics team to set up plans for reciprocal tariffs on every country taxing U.S. imports

Trump pushes for lower interest rates despite January’s 3 percent inflation rise

These comments follow Powell's statement that policymakers shouldn't rush to cut rates amid inflation

UAE gold prices surge AED4.25, global rates rise on growing trade war concerns

President Trump said he would impose reciprocal tariffs as soon as Wednesday evening on every country that charges duties on U.S. imports

Oil prices fall 1.06 percent as potential Ukraine peace deal signals easing supply disruptions

Russia is the world's third-largest oil producer and sanctions imposed on its crude exports have supported higher prices

UAE gold prices drop AED1.75 as global rates decline from record highs after Fed Powell’s remarks

The U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report is scheduled for release at 13:30 GMT later today

Oil prices dip to $76.75 following increase in U.S. crude stockpiles

U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude fell by 28 cents, or 0.4 percent, to $73.04 a barrel

Global economy in 2025: A year of caution and challenges

In the MENA region, 64 percent of chief economists surveyed by the World Economic Forum (WEF) expect moderate growth

UAE gold prices up AED2.5, global rates hit record high amid Trump tariffs

Trump's 25 percent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports raised inflation fears, escalated trade tensions

WGS 2025: IMF projects 3.3 percent global growth for 2025; MENA expected to rebound to 3.6 percent

Middle East recovery is expected to be fueled by an uptick in oil production and a reduction in regional conflicts

UAE gold prices rise AED1.25, global rates set for sixth consecutive weekly gain

Gold hit an all-time high of $2,882.16 on Wednesday and has gained more than 2 percent this week