Tracking business & economy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Business & Economy · LifestyleNew orforglipron pill for diabetes launches UAE mid-2026. No fasting required, better weight loss than Rybelsus. Expected pricing Dh550-1,465 monthly.
Business & Economy · LifestyleTadweer's Ramadan campaign connects cultural values to waste sorting, targeting 80% diversion rates by 2031 and recognizing 500 essential workers.
Business & Economy · Real EstateNearly half of Dubai's new companies in 2025 are Asian-based. Discover what this means for jobs, housing, and business opportunities in the UAE.
Energy · Business & EconomyFujairah's marine fuel sales hit four-month highs in January. Discover how Red Sea routing changes and fuel price shifts impact shipping costs and UAE maritime economics.
Business & Economy · Real EstateDubai parking fees surged 51% to AED 3.03/hour in 2025. Learn how tariffs, enforcement fines, and subscriptions impact your monthly costs.
Business & Economy · TechnologyEDGE-EM&E $1.5B defence venture launches 2027. 150–250 jobs for engineers, systems integrators. Entry salaries AED 15K–20K. Local manufacturing hub for Gulf exports.
Energy · Business & EconomyBrent crude surges to $71 amid US-Iran tensions. Learn how rising oil prices affect UAE fuel costs, businesses, and the Strait of Hormuz trade route.
Business & EconomyGold hits $5,191 as US tariffs drive safe-haven demand. What UAE investors and expatriates need to know about precious metals in 2026.
Business & Economy · EnergyUAE-Brazil leaders advance FTA talks to cut tariffs on food, green energy. $13.5B biofuel project, strategic minerals deal. What residents should know.