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10 megatrends shaping the future of communities, economies and governments in the coming years

These megatrends are set to positively impact the quality of life in communities and drive sectoral and economic development

UK businesses see Middle East as prime investment destination as interest in the region doubles

36 percent of UK business leaders now see the Middle East as a key investment hub for the next five years

Sheikh Hamdan issues Resolution to regulate free zone establishments operating outside designated zones

Establishments must comply with regulations and keep separate financial records for operations outside the free zone

UAE National Bonds sees 22 percent growth, portfolio hits $4.3 billion in 2024

Growth is attributed to the rising number of regular savers and the increasing adoption of digital solutions 

Dubai AI Week 2025: Dubai AI Festival returns to discuss responsible AI deployment, transparency and the future of work

The Dubai AI Festival will bring together over 8,000 industry leaders, policymakers and innovators from more than 100 countries

Dubai Chambers to host Dubai Business Forum – Germany to bolster investment in key sectors

Forum seeks to attract multinational companies and fast-growing startups from Germany to Dubai

Saudi Arabia’s inflation steady at 2 percent in February, among lowest in G20

The CPI measures the changes in prices paid by consumers for a fixed basket of 490 goods and services

Prince Mohammed bin Salman launches the Saudi Architecture Characters Map to celebrate the Kingdom’s architectural heritage

The first phase of Saudi Architecture will target major projects, government buildings and commercial structures in Al-Ahsa, Taif, Makkah and Abha

Saudi Arabia’s stock market rises after S&P upgraded credit rating to ‘A+’

The upgrade is backed by better governance and stronger institutions, enhancing domestic capital markets' depth

UAE gold prices flat, global rates climb on safe-haven demand near $3,000

U.S. consumer sentiment hits two-and-a-half-year low as inflation expectations rise amid tariff fears

Sharjah real estate transactions rise to $953 million in February 2025

7,768 real estate transactions were executed last month, with sales accounting for 1,348 transactions

ADIO partners with clean energy leader Ignite Energy Access for global expansion

Pan-African energy provider will introduce its advanced solar technologies and expertise to the UAE