Tracking business & economy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Energy · Business & EconomyAbu Dhabi's Borouge plant halts operations after air defense debris ignites fires. UAE residents may face product shortages and price hikes—here's what to expect.
Politics · Business & EconomySyria's breach of UAE Embassy compound signals deeper security crisis. Gulf investors signal billions in reconstruction funding now at risk for Damascus.
Real Estate · Business & EconomyDiscover why Al Hudayriyat Island attracts foreign buyers with AED 1,300/sq ft waterfront villas—75% cheaper than Dubai Palm projects with 2028–2029 delivery dates.
Energy · Business & EconomyTrump's 48-hour ultimatum expires April 6 as Iran's Hormuz blockade threatens UAE energy, food security. Oil hits $120. How residents are affected.
Politics · Business & EconomyTerrorist attacks in DR Congo claim 43 lives, highlighting Central Africa's security crisis. Essential insights for UAE nationals and expat businesses operating in the region.
Business & EconomyICO's 'Their Health is a Trust' 2026 campaign: AED 6M funds permanent clinics across 23 nations, treating 200 patients with dialysis & chronic care.
Business & EconomyUAE faces unstable weather until April 10, 2026. Expect port delays, dust hazards, rough seas, and flight disruptions. Prepare now.
Business & Economy · EnergyIranian attack on EGA's Abu Dhabi facility shuts 4% of global aluminium supply. 12-month reconstruction ahead as prices hit $3,500/ton, impacting UAE industries.
Politics · Business & Economy12 workers injured by intercepted missile debris in Abu Dhabi. Learn what residents need to know about falling fragments and compensation gaps for expatriates.