Construction companies in the UAE could benefit from research and development (R&D) tax credits of between 15 per cent and 50 per cent under the country’s new tax framework, although many firms have …
Dubai retail property sales jump nearly 50 percent to AED4.6bn as tenants cling to prime locations
More than half of all transactions were off-plan sales, reflecting growing investor appetite for new retail developments …
Asha Bhosle’s Dubai restaurant closes in tribute after iconic singer dies
As news of the legendary singer’s passing spreads, Asha’s Restaurant in Dubai shuts its doors for the day, honouring a legacy that extended beyond music …
Exclusive-Luxury brands face profits squeeze as Iran conflict shrinks Dubai Mall sales
By Tassilo Hummel and Helen Reid PARIS, April 13 (Reuters) – Sales at Europe’s biggest luxury brands have shrunk in Dubai and Abu Dhabi as the Iran conflict https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/ hit the …
Dubai property market surges as transactions hit AED252 bn in Q1
Dubai’s real estate sector reported AED252 bn in transactions in Q1 2026, a 31% year-on-year increase, driven by robust foreign investment and luxury demand …
UAE instant payments platform Aani tops 12.5 million users amid digital shift
Aani has gained traction among businesses, with about 774,000 merchants across the UAE adopting the platform as a payment solution.
Dubai: Open for business, under fire
Dubai’s tourism chief has urged the world to follow only trusted media outlets and insisted the emirate remains safe and open for business.
UAE bank reserves at central bank rise to $119.5bln amid resilience push
Reserves held by UAE banks with the Central Bank of the UAE rose to AED439 billion ($119.5 billion) in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring strong liquidity buffers in the banking system as …
UAE mother who gave birth in coma faces worsening health, lung transplant urgency
Her treatment is complicated by high costs and insurance constraints, which have affected her ability to consistently access specialised care, medications and follow-ups …
Dubai firm announces real estate auction service with real-time bidding
YallaValue’s new auction platform targets shorter sales timelines as the ‘gap between buyer and seller expectations widens’ …
SEWA completes eight 33/11 kV substations in Sharjah
He also noted that within major strategic projects, the Al Matar 220 kV substation has been commissioned, which is the largest electricity transmission substation in the Emirate of Sharjah. This …
Abu Dhabi crown prince in Beijing to boost UAE-China strategic ties
Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has arrived in Beijing for an official visit. The trip aims to enhance UAE-China’s comprehensive strategic partnership, …
Sharjah Chamber, Shopping Malls Sector Business Group representatives explore boosting SME sustainability
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) held an expanded meeting with the Shopping Malls Sector Business Group operating under its umbrella …
Dubai, the second home of legendary singer Asha Bhosle
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle, celebrated for her unique voice and entrepreneurial spirit, expanded her restaurant brand across the Gulf after opening her first outlet in Dubai in 2002. As a mark of …
Crypto News: Pepeto Launch Update While Markets Ask If XRP Price Prediction Can Ever Reach $10
Pepeto is on the edge of a full launch, with a preview page now live on CoinMarketCap and multiple reports confirming a Binance listing is locked in next. What makes this moment impossible to ignore …
World current affairs this week: US-Iran peace talks fail, UAE-Bahrain currency swap pact, and Artemis II returns
The second week of April 2026 saw key international developments with geopolitical shifts in West Asia, major financial agreements, bilateral visits, and more. Among other key developments was the …
UAE minister warns of global supply risks as Hormuz disruptions deepen
Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and CEO of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), said on the social media …