Rabia Khouri
Journalist
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S&P: Strong Financial Flexibility for Major Developers in Dubai Amid Regional Tensions
Major real estate developers in Dubai demonstrate notable resilience despite global geopolitical tensions affecting market dynamics, supported by strong pre-sale momentum, accumulated future revenues, and high liquidity levels, according to a recent report from S&P Global Ratings.The report, released...
German Henkel Signals Price Increases Due to War Impact and Rising Costs
The German company Henkel has issued a warning about a potential increase in the prices of its products in the near future, citing rising pressures from the ongoing conflict, as well as escalating production costs and supply chain challenges.CEO...
Emirates REIT Experiences 20% Growth in Net Property Income
Equitativa Dubai Limited has announced the financial results of the Emirates REIT for the full fiscal year 2025, ending on December 31, 2025.The Emirates REIT achieved record results during 2025, driven by focused portfolio management, careful balance sheet control,...
Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Issue Guidelines on Current Weather Conditions
The Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability Department within the Planning and Development - Licensing Division, part of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation, has issued urgent directives aimed at improving safety levels and ensuring the protection of individuals,...
Dubai Investments Reports 31% Growth with Profits of 1.7 Billion Dirhams for 2025
Dubai Investments, a leading investment firm listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), has reported a pre-tax profit of 1.70 billion AED for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, reflecting a growth of 31% compared to 1.30 billion...
Abu Dhabi Registration Authority Investigates Unjustified Price Increases
The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has initiated an investigation regarding reports of unjustified price increases and inadequate inventory levels in certain enterprises over the past few days.The department has confirmed that it is examining these reports...
Sharjah Chamber Explores Ways to Enhance Resilience and Sustainability in the Industrial Sector
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry convened a meeting with the Industrial Sector Working Group, featuring Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, the Chamber's Chairman, as well as representatives from prominent companies and factories in the emirate. The focus was...
GFH Financial Group Shareholders Approve 10.11% Cash Dividend Distribution
GFH Financial Group has announced the outcomes of its ordinary general assembly meetings for the fiscal year ending on December 31, 2025. The meetings took place at GFH House located in the Bahrain Financial Harbour, allowing shareholders to participate...
Emaar Properties Approves 100% Dividend Distribution Worth 8.8 Billion Dirhams
Emaar Properties held its annual general assembly meeting, during which the board presented the company's financial performance for 2025 and discussed its strategic priorities and growth direction for the upcoming period.At the meeting, shareholders approved a dividend distribution of...
Khalifa Fund Partners with Kita to Empower Entrepreneurs and Accelerate Their Integration into the Digital Economy
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kita, an international on-demand delivery platform supported by Metawan, a technology-focused company. This collaboration aims to empower Emirati entrepreneurs in the food and beverage...
