Middle East

UAE’s AD Ports Group embraces digitalization, big data to optimize smart operations

The Group's experts address industry challenges like software interoperability, cybersecurity, and change resistance

UAE gold prices decline, global rates set for weekly fall after slipping from record highs

Gold prices fell almost 1 percent this week after hitting a record high on Tuesday

Oil prices flat, headed for bleak weekly performance amid demand concerns

Brent oil futures expiring in October edged up 0.1 percent to $77.26 per barrel

Oil prices weaken on U.S. labor data, demand outlook uncertain

Brent oil futures fell 0.1 percent to $75.95 a barrel

Abu Dhabi Chamber sees 23.8 percent year-on-year growth in certificates of origin

This growth underscores the chamber's efforts to boost trade opportunities and enhance the UAE's international trade footprint

Oil prices slide on rising U.S. inventories, easing Middle East tensions

Brent crude futures declined by 0.1 percent, settling at $77.11 per barrel

Dubai welcomes over 691,000 health tourists, generating $280.42 million in spending

The emirate's indirect revenue from health tourism reached AED2.3 billion in 2023

Oil prices retreat as geopolitical concerns ease, demand concerns rise

Brent crude futures dropped 0.7 percent, or 53 cents, to $77.13 per barrel

DMCC seeks to expand UAE-U.S. trade, investment flows across key sectors

DMCC is currently home to over 45 percent of the 1,500 American businesses in the UAE

‘Virtual’ oil barrels dwarf trade in physical oil

Quantitative and algorithmic trading account for 70 percent of daily oil futures trading

As demand soars, Airbus prepares for the Middle East’s aviation future

3,700 new aircraft are needed in the region over the next 20 years

Behind the boom: Insights into the growth of the financial industry in MENA

The space is competitive and will breed significant innovation in the next few years

Oil prices sink as China’s economic slowdown fuels demand concerns

Brent crude futures declined by 13 cents, or 0.2 percent, to $79.55 per barrel

Oil prices edge lower but set for weekly gains on U.S. optimism

Brent crude futures, expiring in October, fell 0.1 percent to $80.94 a barrel

UAE IPOs surge in Q2 2024, raising $890 million: Report

Sharia-compliant financial products are in high demand, with Sukuk issuances exceeding $10 billion in Q2

Oil prices climb on rate cut hopes, but China concerns remain

Brent crude futures rose 0.21 percent to $79.93 a barrel

Abu Dhabi’s ADX, Armenia Securities Exchange partner to promote market development, innovation

Agreement to pave the way for the inclusion of the Armenia Securities Exchange as a member of the Tabadul Digital Exchange Hub

Oil prices rise as U.S. stockpiles shrink, Fed rate cut bets grow

Brent crude oil futures for the October delivery rose 0.5 percent to $81.09 per barrel

UAE gold prices rise, global rates dip after hitting over one-week high

Gold prices will likely see additional support if a softer U.S. inflation report is released, raising hopes for a larger rate cut

Oil prices decline as OPEC lowers 2024 demand forecast amid China slowdown

Global benchmark Brent crude futures dipped 78 cents, or 0.95 percent, to $81.52 a barrel

OPEC cuts 2024 oil demand growth forecast to 2.11 million bpd on weaker Chinese demand

OPEC also cut next year's demand growth estimate to 1.78 million bpd from the previous 1.85 million bpd

Abu Dhabi, Dubai ranked top liveable cities in Middle East and Africa

Among the top-ranking GCC cities were Kuwait City, Doha and Bahrain in the 3rd, 4th and 5th places, respectively