Tracking business & economy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Business & Economy · EnergyDubai-Africa trade surged to $146B in 2025, creating 70,000 jobs. Explore investment opportunities, employment prospects, and what this boom means for UAE residents.
Politics · Business & EconomyIran-U.S. framework deal could reopen Strait of Hormuz and ease UAE shipping costs, but nuclear talks ahead remain uncertain. Key impacts for residents explained.
Energy · Business & EconomyUS-Iran agreement ends 3-month conflict. Brent crude drops sharply, Strait of Hormuz reopens Friday. UAE fuel prices expected to fall within weeks.
Technology · Business & EconomyMeet Saeed, Dubai's new AI municipal assistant offering 24/7 support in Arabic, English, Urdu, and Chinese. What residents need to know about government service changes.
Politics · Business & EconomyLearn how UAE's diplomatic approach balances regional security concerns with economic stability. What residents should understand about current strategy.
Business & Economy · EnergyUAE-Mozambique partnership expands with renewable energy deals, port access, and trade agreements creating new opportunities for Emirati investors in Africa's growing markets.
Energy · Business & EconomyKuwait crude fell $6.20 to $94.84 per barrel Friday as Brent and WTI benchmarks also dropped sharply. Explore what the global oil price retreat could mean for the region.
Tourism · Business & EconomyEtihad launches June 2026 nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi to Kraków and Palma de Mallorca. Premium cabins, thrice-weekly service, direct access for UAE travelers.
Business & Economy · TechnologyGlobal central banks diverge on rates. Learn how ECB, BoJ, BoE decisions impact your portfolio, cryptocurrency holdings, and currency exposure in UAE in 2026.