Tracking business & economy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Energy · Business & EconomyUS Navy blockade of Iran ports drives rising fuel costs, 15-30% shipping premiums, and supply delays affecting UAE residents through autumn 2026.
Business & Economy · TechnologyGlobal tech trade surged 12.5% in 2026, but scarce chips and higher costs hit UAE businesses hard. What you need to know about supply chains and pricing.
Energy · Business & EconomyJapan examines restoring naphtha reserves after Hormuz crisis disrupted supply. UAE's Fujairah emerges as strategic Asian energy hub. What it means for Gulf economies.
Lifestyle · Business & EconomyDubai's Community Development Authority launches free parenting workshops teaching evidence-based techniques for managing modern family challenges. Learn practical strategies today.
Tourism · Business & EconomyWadi Wurayah in Fujairah nominated as UAE's first natural UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the biodiversity, tourism impact, and what this recognition means.
Business & Economy · TourismMadagascar's mpox outbreak hits 3,022 cases across 39 districts. Neighboring islands impose entry restrictions. What the crisis means for Indian Ocean region travel and logistics.
Energy · Business & EconomyBrent crude tops $100/barrel in July 2026. Discover how rising oil prices impact UAE residents' fuel costs, mortgage rates, and investment portfolios.
Energy · Business & EconomyStrait of Hormuz blockade drives 15-20% cost increases and shipping delays. Learn how the worst energy crisis since 1979 impacts UAE prices, jobs, and business operations.
Technology · Business & EconomyDubai Municipality earns Official World Record recognition for governance excellence. Digital transformation expands resident access to municipal services with streamlined processes and virtual appointments.