Tracking business & economy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Business & Economy · PoliticsAbu Dhabi Labour Court settles AED309M in worker claims in 2025. New two-year filing window and salary protection during disputes benefit expatriates and residents across UAE.
Business & Economy · EnergyNMDC Group's AED 6.6B Q1 revenue and AED 55.4B backlog guarantee construction work through 2027. New water and energy divisions open roles for engineers and contractors.
Technology · Business & EconomySamsung's record profits from AI chips mean higher smartphone prices and supply shortages hitting UAE residents in 2026. What you need to know.
Energy · Business & EconomyMay 2026 fuel prices in UAE: petrol rises AED 0.27–0.28/litre, diesel frozen at AED 4.69. What it costs residents and why.
Politics · Business & EconomyAli Al Zaidi's appointment impacts UAE-Iraq ties and regional security. How 30 days of cabinet formation affects stability and the Emirates' strategic interests.
Tourism · Business & EconomySharjah's 17th Biennial brings 109 global artists across 4 cities Jan-June 2027. Explore socialist legacies & infrastructure themes. Free admission.
Business & Economy · TechnologyUAE Circular Economy Council meets to advance food security through local production, vertical farming, and waste reduction initiatives. Learn what this means for residents.
Business & Economy · TechnologySharjah Taxi's eastern expansion brings 23,000 daily rides. Compare metered rates vs Uber surge pricing, book via Yango, ride hybrid cabs at no extra cost.
Real Estate · Business & EconomyEmirates Stallions posts AED370M Q1 revenue as Rotana Residences sells out pre-launch. What this means for UAE real estate investors in 2026.