Tracking business & economy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Politics · Business & EconomyDiscover how UAE mediated 23 prisoner exchanges, freeing 7,100+ people. Learn why this neutral diplomacy matters for residents and the region's stability.
Politics · Business & EconomyUN warns Syria's recovery window closing as 2026 aid appeal reaches only 16% funding. Refugee returns strain systems while Israeli border tensions escalate.
Energy · Business & EconomyOil prices jump above $109 as Strait of Hormuz closure disrupts global supply. UAE residents face rising fuel prices, mortgages, and living costs.
Business & EconomyGold falls 2.3% to $4,541. Why the dip offers UAE investors a tactical entry point, and what experts forecast for precious metals through 2026.
Sports · Business & EconomySaudi Arabia's Dunes T20 League launches October 2026 with $100K player contracts. How this new cricket hub affects UAE residents, fans, and regional competition.
Business & EconomyAl Ansari's Q1 2026 profits fall 29% despite operating income gains. BFC integration costs and competition squeeze margins for UAE's largest remittance provider.
Energy · Business & EconomyADNOC and India formalize crude oil, LNG, and LPG storage agreements. Discover what this means for UAE residents and regional energy security through 2028.
Business & Economy · TechnologyChinese manufacturers are building production capacity in UAE. Learn how this industrial shift impacts jobs, salaries, and investment opportunities for residents.
Business & Economy · TechnologyDubai Press Club's 40-hour creator training: storytelling, AI tools, media access. UAE residents 20-35, bilingual Arabic-English. Starts June 8.