Tracking business & economy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Business & Economy · PoliticsRussia's halal certification agreements and new trade corridors threaten UAE exporters. Learn what Central Asian market shifts mean for your business now.
Business & Economy · LifestyleAjman confirms May 25-29 Eid Al Adha holiday for government workers. Nine-day break details, private sector updates, travel tips & what UAE residents should do now.
Lifestyle · Business & EconomySevere dust and winds hit UAE today. Protect your health, secure your home, and drive safely. Essential precautions for residents.
Business & Economy · TechnologyUAE banks achieve record 1.7% bad-debt ratio. New SWIFT board seat means $5-10 savings per remittance transaction for millions of residents sending money abroad.
Energy · Business & EconomyOil prices dip in UAE markets after 60% yearly surge. What Wednesday's drop means for fuel costs, inflation, and household budgets across the Emirates.
Business & EconomyAgthia's Q1 2026 net profit jumped 12.5% to AED 96.9M with stronger margins. How this operational strength could help absorb future food price pressures in the UAE.
Business & Economy · EnergyRupee hits historic low ₹95.74. What it means for remittances, UAE-India trade, oil prices. RBI takes action as capital outflows accelerate.
Real Estate · Business & EconomySharjah property market report: AED 3.5B April transactions reveal stable buyer confidence, 7-8% rental yields, and expat investment opportunities in UAE.
Business & Economy · LifestyleBurjeel Medical City launches specialized Sleep Clinic in Abu Dhabi with home testing, CPAP therapy, and multidisciplinary care for sleep disorders.