The Bank maintained strong balance sheet growth, with total assets reaching AED55 billion (+13%), net loans and advances increasing to AED35 billion (+14%), and customer deposits rising to AED36 …
Singapore tops global crypto rankings as UAE, Portugal gain
Singapore has claimed first place in both Henley and Bybit global crypto adoption rankings, overtaking the U.S. with its combination of regulatory clarity, institutional trust, and strong industry …
UAE condemns Iranian statements about ‘military solution to a political crisis’
Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday condemned Iran’s statements warning against a “military solution” as talks with the U.S. to end hostilities in the Middle East “progress.” Iranian Foreign …
Surexo Expands Market Presence and User Base
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 5th, 2026, FinanceWireThe global fintech market is experiencing unprecedented growth, …
32 offices in Business Bay sold for Dhs646 million in Dubai
Dubai’s real estate market saw the sale of 32 offices in the Business Bay area for Dhs646 million during midday trading on Wednesday. According to data …
Al Ain defeat Sharjah, clinch ADNOC Pro League title
Al Ain were officially crowned champions of the ADNOC Pro League for the current season after defeating Sharjah 5-0 in their 24th-round match played today at Sharjah Stadium.Al Ain increased their …
Bank of Sharjah delivers record performance with net profit of AED151 million
SHARJAH, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — Bank of Sharjah today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended 31st March 2026, reporting exceptional performance and reinforcing the strong …
UAE tells Iran that its ties and defense partnerships are a ‘sovereign matter’
May 6 (Reuters) – The United Arab Emirates said on Wednesday that its ties and its international and defense partnerships were a “purely sovereign matter,” rejecting an earlier statement by Iran …
UAE economy to grow more than 3.1% in 2026, minister says
UAE economy projected to grow more than 3.1% in 2026 as non-oil sectors contribute 78% to GDP and company numbers exceed 1.4m …
Dubai’s Oraseya Capital ranked UAE’s most active investor for second year with 25 startup deals in 2025
Dubai-based Oraseya Capital completed 25 investments in 2025, ranking as the UAE’s most active investor for a second year …
Dubai food giant IFFCO Group moves toward liquidation amid $2 billion debt
Known for brands such as London Dairy, Tiffany and Noor, the conglomerate is facing a financial crisis after months of failed debt restructuring negotiations …
Sharjah Space and Astronomy hub successfully tracks Haumea
SHARJAH, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Space and Astronomy Hub (SSAH) has achieved a major scientific milestone by successfully tracking the occultation of the dwarf planet, Haumea. In a rare …
Gulf’s fragile trade lifeline hangs on two eastern UAE ports
By Sarah El Safty, Federico Maccioni and Amr Alfiky FUJAIRAH, May 6 (Reuters) – At the UAE port of Fujairah, conveyor belts offloaded grain from bulk carriers on Wednesday, while crude oil flowed …
Digital Riyal and the Start-Up Nation: MENA’s Fintech Revolution and Israel
Israel, with over five hundred fintech companies and the densest per-capita technology ecosystem on the planet, sits at the geographic centre of this transformation. Whether it participates in it, or …
UAE economy remains strong, robust, capable of facing geopolitical changes: Minister
Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, affirmed that the UAE economy remains strong and resilient, continuing to achieve sustainable …
Abu Dhabi doctors uncover hidden cancer risk across entire family after one blood test
Specialists say one of the most powerful aspects of genetic screening is that it often identifies high-risk individuals long before any disease develops …
Disney Confirms Abu Dhabi Theme Park Plans Remain ‘Unchanged’
Disney has confirmed in a letter to shareholders that its plans to develop a theme park in Abu Dhabi are on track one year after the groundbreaking project was announced.