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DXB welcomes 68.6 million travelers in nine months, up 6.3 percent over last year

In Q3, over 111,300 flights were managed, totaling 327,700 flight movements for the first nine months

UAE overtakes U.K., becomes second-largest gold hub with over $129 billion in trade

Major shifts in the global gold trade will likely propel an 'Asian Century' for gold, with new gold economic corridors among BRICS nations

Cityscape Global 2024 offers attendees access to entire real estate ecosystem

Future of Living Stage reveals 135km "green spine" to enhance quality of life in Riyadh for both tourists and residents

Bank of England lowers interest rates to 4.75 percent, anticipates gradual cuts ahead

This marks the second reduction by the central bank this year, following the initiation of its easing cycle in August

Emirates boosts U.K. network, returns to Edinburgh with daily service

Emirates serves the U.K. with 133 weekly flights across eight gateways including London Heathrow and London Gatwick

Ras Al Khaimah, U.K. Government strengthen partnerships across key trade, investment sectors

The partnership aims to enhance industrial cooperation and facilitate two-way trade between Ras Al Khaimah and the U.K.

Aldar net profit surges 52 percent to $1.25 billion as development sales reach $6.53 billion

Overseas and expat resident customer base now accounts for 76 percent or AED15.3 billion of Aldar's UAE sales

UAE attracts $16 billion in greenfield FDI capital inflows in 2023

The UAE expects these investments to generate nearly 50,000 jobs from 1,332 projects

UAE drives regional economic growth: Insights from LSE Deputy CEO

The country has successfully completed 37 bond issues amounting to a total of $18.51 billion 

Abu Dhabi’s Modon Holding, U.K. Candy Capital announce JV partnership in ultra-luxury real estate

The joint venture will deliver upscale residential, commercial, and hospitality projects

Etihad, DCT Abu Dhabi ‘stopover’ initiative sees 242 percent surge in travelers

The initiative's relaunch has surpassed expectations and significantly boosted the emirate's tourism industry

GCC sovereign wealth funds deploy $55 billion in first 9 months of 2024: Report

The region now has seven active stock exchanges that host 877 listed companies with an aggregate market capitalization of $4.3 trillion

Abu Dhabi-based ADQ’s $2 billion bond issuance to list on London Stock Exchange

Dual-tranche offering includes a $1 billion seven-year bond due in 2031 and a $1 billion 30-year bond due in 2054

Dubai’s Emirates launches luxurious new lounge at London Stansted Airport 

This new lounge is Emirates' sixth in the U.K., alongside those at Heathrow, Gatwick, Birmingham, Glasgow, and Manchester 

Gold price hits new all-time high at $2,589 on larger rate cut bets, UAE prices steady

The U.S. dollar index fell 0.25 percent to 100.86, making gold less expensive for other currency holders

Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 welcomes 21 startups with $134.9 million in funding

Seven startups will join Hub71+ ClimateTech, gaining tailored resources for their sustainability missions

Travel industry set to add record $11 trillion to global GDP in 2024

The industry's contribution to global GDP is expected to rise by 12.1 percent year-over-year

Kuwait Warba Bank’s $500 million sukuk issuance on London Stock Exchange draws $1.8 billion in 3.5x demand

These five-year sukuk support projects advancing ESG goals aligned with sustainability objectives

Global video game market expected to reach $257 billion by 2028: Key trends and insights

Over 25 percent of revenue invested in marketing by companies under $1 billion

UAE’s AD Ports climbs to 19th place in 2024 global rankings: Report

The port operator expanded to 33 terminals across 8 countries in 2024

Top 10 cities captivating social media audiences worldwide, led by Dubai

Dubai has amassed 30 million-plus TikTok videos and 123 million Instagram posts

Visa-free travel to Sri Lanka: UAE, Saudi Arabia, and 33 other countries granted access

Saudi Arabia ranked third as a potential market for Sri Lankan tourism in June 2024

Falling interest rates drive 87 percent of GCC investors to eye U.K. in 2024: Survey

73 percent of Saudi investors have considered investing in U.K. property and 75 percent are eyeing Birmingham or Manchester