Tracking business & economy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Business & Economy · TechnologyOil prices fall 4% as Bitcoin rallies. Discover how currency shifts, inflation, and crypto trends impact UAE residents' purchasing power.
Energy · Business & EconomyUS Navy blockade of Iran ports drives rising fuel costs, 15-30% shipping premiums, and supply delays affecting UAE residents through autumn 2026.
Business & Economy · TechnologyDubai's smart customs system clears cargo in hours instead of days. AI, blockchain & real-time tracking cut import costs & boost business competitiveness for UAE traders.
Technology · Business & EconomySouth Korea lands $950B AI chip deals with Samsung, SK Group. How rising memory prices through 2027 will impact UAE cloud infrastructure costs.
Business & Economy · Real EstateEgypt receives €1.5B EU aid, improving economic stability. UAE investors can explore infrastructure and energy opportunities in North Africa's largest market.
Business & Economy · TechnologyGlobal tech trade surged 12.5% in 2026, but scarce chips and higher costs hit UAE businesses hard. What you need to know about supply chains and pricing.
Energy · Business & EconomyJapan examines restoring naphtha reserves after Hormuz crisis disrupted supply. UAE's Fujairah emerges as strategic Asian energy hub. What it means for Gulf economies.
Lifestyle · Business & EconomyDubai's Community Development Authority launches free parenting workshops teaching evidence-based techniques for managing modern family challenges. Learn practical strategies today.
Tourism · Business & EconomyWadi Wurayah in Fujairah nominated as UAE's first natural UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the biodiversity, tourism impact, and what this recognition means.