The decision forms part of the ministry’s ongoing efforts to support small businesses and start-ups, and strengthen the business environment …
AED 10,000 in free value for UAE startups — if you stop running your business on a personal card
Dubai Founders HQ and Mastercard, with Pemo, give eligible UAE startups and SMEs more than AED 10,000 in first-year savings and benefits.
UAE introduces minimum tax price for liquids used in e-cigarettes effective Sept.1
The Ministry of Finance has announced the issuance of a Decision on the minimum Excise Price for Tobacco Products and Liquids used in Electronic Smoking …
HSBC Private Bank appoints Feras Al Jaramani to lead its UAE Market
The UAE remains a strategically important market for HSBC, attracting more net inflows of millionaires than any other country in the world …
UAE’s Islamic Bank Ruya Goes Live With Agentic AI In Production, Partners With Magure To Build An AI-Native Bank
UAE’s Islamic Bank Ruya Goes Live With Agentic AI In Production, Partners With Magure To Build An AI-Native Bank. [6 August 2026] Dubai and Ajman, UAE. ruya, the UAE’s digital-first Islamic community …
UAE sets new minimum excise price for vape liquids
The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced a new minimum excise price for liquids used in electronic smoking devices and tools. The new rule will start on September 1, 2026.The ministry said the decisi …
UAE well positioned to connect Islamic capital with high-growth markets, says Standard Chartered
Standard Chartered says the country can connect nearly $6 trillion in global Islamic finance assets with opportunities across Asia and Africa …
UAE announces minimum tax price on e-cigarette liquids from September
Under the decision, a minimum excise price of Dh1 per millilitre will apply to liquids used in electronic smoking devices and tools …
Al-Futtaim Flex Drive: New UAE Car Finance Plan Cuts Toyota and Lexus Payments for Two Years
Al-Futtaim’s Flex Drive lowers Toyota and Lexus monthly payments for the first 24 months, then raises them for the final three years. Here’s the trade-off.
Ajman Bank supports Al Ain Class Motors’ expansion with new financing facility
Ajman Bank, being committed to supporting the growth of local businesses, has enhanced its relationship with Al Ain Class Motors with an aim to facilitate such well established businesses within the …
Bankers bake in the Dubai heat to avoid visa cancellation
Bankers are having to endure Dubai’s baking-hot summer in order to maintain their residence visas, which are automatically cancelled after long periods outside the United Arab E …
Edenred UAE receives in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE for Stored Value Facility license
Dubai, UAE – Edenred UAE, part of the global Edenred Group and a long-standing provider of payroll solutions in the UAE, today announced it has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of …
UAE GDP hits $132 billion in Q1 2026 as 3% growth confirmed
UAE real GDP grew by 3% year on year in Q1 2026, reaching $132.1 billion (AED485 billion). Non-oil GDP grew by 4.8% and generated 79.4% of national output, according to the UAE Media Office. The total …
UAE freezes Desi Bling star Satish Sanpal’s accounts amid financial probe
The UAE Financial Intelligence Unit has ordered the attachment of Satish Sanpal and his wife Tabinda’s assets and the freezing of their bank accounts. The move has triggered scrutiny of his records …
‘Uncertainty is almost worse than war’: In Dubai’s financial sector, fear of drawn-out conflict grows
The emirate remains particularly attractive to the shadow banking system. But since the US-Israeli offensive began in Iran in February, it has no longer been a safe haven for the world’s richest.
UAE economy built to withstand global shocks as UK trade ties top $30bn, leaders say
UAE leaders say the country’s diversified economy and UK trade relationship, now worth more than $30bn annually, position it for continued growth …
UAE government adds new payment options for federal fees and fines
The UAE Ministry of Finance has adopted Aani and Jaywan as new payment channels for federal fees and fines in a push to expand digital payments …