Tracking business & economy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Business & EconomyDubai private schools close May 25-29 for Eid. Cambridge, IB, and A-Level exams continue. KHDA mental health safeguards in place. Travel planning tips for exam-sitting students.
Business & EconomyRecord 30,697 Dubai Chamber membership renewals in April 2026 signal unprecedented business confidence. Discover what this growth wave means for expats, investors, and job seekers in UAE.
Tourism · Business & Economy150 passengers evacuated after deadly hantavirus kills 3 on MV Hondius cruise. Essential health protocols and travel safety tips for UAE residents abroad.
Energy · Business & EconomyBritain deploys HMS Dragon to Strait of Hormuz. Multinational escorts could cut maritime insurance 2-4%, lowering costs for UAE businesses and consumers importing goods.
Sports · Business & EconomyThe UAE President's Cup returns to Paris Longchamp with €350,000 prize money as Arabian racing's premier international series continues its 33rd season in Europe this Sunday.
Politics · Business & EconomyBahrain arrests 41 suspected Iranian operatives in major security sweep. Discover how counterintelligence operations affect UAE expats, investors, and cross-border business.
Business & EconomyUNCTAD 2026 report: Non-tariff barriers cost LDCs 10% of G20 exports, directly impacting UAE ports and logistics. Key insights for traders navigating compliance.
Energy · Business & EconomyOil prices climb to $101.29 as US-Iran tensions escalate. Discover what rising energy costs mean for UAE residents, businesses, and daily expenses in 2026.
Business & Economy · PoliticsUAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour tours Istanbul's SAHA EXPO 2026, reviewing cutting-edge defense technology as UAE pavilion showcases national military capabilities.