Tag: Economy

Dubai Leads Global Creative FDI as Investment Reaches $3.76bn

Dubai attracted 754 creative-industry FDI projects worth $3.756bn in 2025, creating 19,304 jobs and strengthening its position as a global investment hub.

Dubai Office Boom Reshapes Commercial Property Investment in 2026

Dubai office transactions nearly triple to AED 15.81bn in H1 2026 as investors shift toward premium, income-generating commercial assets.

Dubai Opens New Paths to Property Ownership for First-Time Buyers

Dubai widens property access through first-time buyer incentives, flexible rent payments and policies supporting long-term residential demand.

UAE-based Sidara in talks to takeover Wood Group

FTSE 250-listed engineering and consulting firm John Wood Group has given Dubai-based Sidara an extension to submit a formal takeover bid, Bloomberg News has reported. Wood Group said it has until April 17 to make a final move under...

White House says UAE plans to invest $1.4 trillion in U.S.

The UAE will invest $1.4 trillion in the U.S. over 10 years, focusing on AI infrastructure, semiconductors, energy, and manufacturing through major sovereign partnerships.

Moody’s affirms UAE’s high rating

Moody’s reaffirms UAE’s high credit rating, citing low debt, fiscal strength, and robust non-oil sector growth driven by reforms and investment-friendly policies.

Sheikh Tahnoon Meets BlackRock, Microsoft, Nvidia CEOs

Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed met with top U.S. tech leaders to deepen AI collaboration, expand data center infrastructure, and explore global innovation opportunities.

Mubadala sells part of Du stake worth $1 billion

Mubadala plans to sell part of its Du stake for $1 billion, signaling momentum in Gulf equity offerings and supporting UAE market liquidity and reform goals.

Dubai to introduce regulatory changes to attract Hedge Funds

Dubai is set to ease capital requirements and streamline approval processes for money managers, aiming to become a top global hub for hedge funds.

Abu Dhabi’s Lunate launches new venture Axight

Lunate, Abu Dhabi’s $105 billion asset manager, has launched Axight, a new private equity fund targeting the Asia-Pacific region, strengthening its presence in high-growth markets.

Zapp to launch in Dubai

Zapp aims to enter the UAE market in 2024, eyeing partnerships with Talabat and Careem as it expands its premium delivery service in the Middle East.

UAE deepens influence in Crypto World

Abu Dhabi’s MGX acquires a stake in Binance as the UAE deepens its crypto footprint, with major investments in Bitcoin ETFs, blockchain firms, and Web3 innovation.

Ninety One’s Top Fund Buys UAE Stocks

Ninety One's Emerging Markets Equity Fund increases UAE stock holdings, favoring real estate, banking, and tech sectors as investors seek stability away from U.S. tariffs.

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