Tracking business & economy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Politics · Business & EconomyUAE intercepts Iranian missiles and drones targeting Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Defense system details, regional escalation, economic impact, and what residents are experiencing now.
Politics · Business & EconomyAbu Dhabi missile defense intercepts Iranian strike but shrapnel kills Pakistani national in Baniyas. What residents need to know about debris risk.
Politics · Business & EconomyOne million Lebanese displaced as Israel launches ground offensive in southern Lebanon. Critical analysis of humanitarian gaps, regional spillover risks, and implications for Gulf states.
Politics · Business & EconomyKuwait intercepts 600+ missiles and drones since late February. Airport delays, debris risks, insurance hikes affect Gulf expats. Latest safety updates and impact.
Business & Economy · EnergyBitcoin surges past $71,000 amid Middle East tensions and rising oil prices. Discover how UAE residents can leverage crypto as an inflation hedge.
Business & Economy · TourismBrent crude hits $105/barrel as Middle East conflict drives 10-50% Thai Airways fare hikes. Thailand refuses fuel tax cuts. What UAE residents traveling to Thailand need to know now.
Energy · Business & EconomyScenario analysis: How a Strait of Hormuz blockade would spike UAE petrol 30-50%, disrupt supply chains, and why US oil can't fill the gap. Risk assessment.
Business & Economy · EnergyGold trades at $5,000 after recent retreat. Expert analysis on support levels, Fed rate policy, and allocation strategies for UAE wealth managers.
Energy · Business & EconomyHormuz blockade halts 20% of global oil. UAE fuel costs up 25%, airline tickets rising, supply chain delays mounting. How residents and businesses are affected.