Tracking the Pulse of MENA Economies.

Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair: Inside the Fortune of a UAE Banking Billionaire

Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair is one of the United Arab Emirates’ most prominent banking and family-business figures, a

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Miloud Chaabi: Inside the Fortune of Morocco’s Self-Made Businessman

Miloud Chaabi was one of Morocco’s most important self-made businessmen, a founder who rose from rural poverty to

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Onsi Sawiris: Inside the Fortune of Egypt’s Orascom Patriarch

Onsi Sawiris was the founder of Orascom and the patriarch of one of the most powerful business families in Egypt.

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Taha Mikati: Inside the Fortune of a Lebanese Telecom Billionaire

Taha Mikati is one of Lebanon’s wealthiest businessmen and a central figure behind the Mikati family’s telecom and investment fortune.

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Najib Mikati: Inside the Fortune of Lebanon’s Richest Businessman

Najib Mikati is one of the most influential figures in modern Lebanese business. Known internationally as a billionaire investor and

7 mins read

Naguib Sawiris: Inside the Fortune of an Egyptian Telecom Billionaire

Naguib Sawiris is one of Egypt’s most recognizable business figures, a telecom billionaire who turned the Orascom name into a

10 mins read

Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair: Inside the Fortune of a UAE Banking Billionaire

Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair is one of the United Arab Emirates’ most prominent banking and family-business figures, a billionaire businessman whose name is closely

9 mins read

Miloud Chaabi: Inside the Fortune of Morocco’s Self-Made Businessman

Miloud Chaabi was one of Morocco’s most important self-made businessmen, a founder who rose from rural poverty to build Ynna Holding, a private conglomerate

7 mins read

Onsi Sawiris: Inside the Fortune of Egypt’s Orascom Patriarch

Onsi Sawiris was the founder of Orascom and the patriarch of one of the most powerful business families in Egypt. His fortune began in

7 mins read

Taha Mikati: Inside the Fortune of a Lebanese Telecom Billionaire

Taha Mikati is one of Lebanon’s wealthiest businessmen and a central figure behind the Mikati family’s telecom and investment fortune. Alongside his younger brother

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Columnists

Duncun Misoi

Y A S Developers Unveils Casa Altia: A New Luxury Residential Project in Al Furjan

Sayed Quadri

Masayoshi Son Reclaims Title as Japan’s Richest Person as AI Boom Lifts Billionaire Wealth

Business

China Willing to Strengthen U.S. Economic and Trade Relations, Promote Stability

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A large Maersk container ship, such as the Cornelia Maersk, navigating the turquoise waters of the Suez Canal with the Egyptian desert in the background.

Business·World

Maersk Restarts Trans-Suez Canal Shipping on MECL Service

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News·Arabia·Billionaires·Business·Economy·Opinion

Saudi Arabia’s Investment Mirage: When Vision 2030 Collides With a Harsh Global Reality

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High-angle view of a bustling container terminal at an Omani port, featuring large orange gantry cranes loading a cargo ship alongside rows of stacked shipping containers under a clear blue sky.

Business·Arabia

Oman Logistics Sector Booms with $8.8 Billion Investment in 2025

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Arabia·Business·News

Deyaar Breaks Ground on DWTN Residences, Dubai’s Future Landmark

1 min read

Arabia·Business·News

Saudi Arabia Opens Property Market to Foreign Buyers with New Law

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World

Iran, US Split on Sanctions Relief Ahead of March Talks

TEHRAN: Iran and the United States remain divided over the scope and sequencing of sanctions relief in renewed negotiations aimed at curbing Tehran’s nuclear programme, a senior Iranian official told WorldAffairs on

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Trump and Rubio Warn Iraq Against Reinstating Nouri al-Maliki

Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, former US President Donald Trump has issued a stern

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China’s Strategic Support for Iran Amid Israeli Intelligence Threats

China is closely monitoring the growing threat posed by Israeli intelligence operations, particularly after the Israeli

3 mins read

Trump to Use Global Stage at WEF to Launch ‘Board of Peace,’ Stirring Gaza Controversy

DAVOS, Switzerland: U.S. President Donald Trump is set to use the global stage of the World

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Politics

Iran, US Split on Sanctions Relief Ahead of March Talks

TEHRAN: Iran and the United States remain divided over the scope and sequencing of sanctions relief in renewed negotiations aimed at curbing Tehran’s nuclear programme, a senior Iranian official told WorldAffairs on

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Turkey and Saudi Arabia back Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity

Turkey and Saudi Arabia Reaffirm Support for Syria’s Sovereignty

Turkey and Saudi Arabia have once again underscored their shared position on the importance of safeguarding Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The reaffirmation came as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan concluded his

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Xi Jinping Calls for Strengthened China-Britain Cooperation and Multilateralism

During a key meeting in Beijing on Thursday, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with visiting British

1 min read

Trump to Use Global Stage at WEF to Launch ‘Board of Peace,’ Stirring Gaza Controversy

DAVOS, Switzerland: U.S. President Donald Trump is set to use the global stage of the World

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Videos

How to Import from China to Kenya: A Step-by-Step Guide

Top 12 Import and Export Companies in Kenya: A Complete Guide

Op-Ed: Gaza at Two Years – Scarred by War, Clinging to Hope

Opinion

Saudi Arabia’s Investment Mirage: When Vision 2030 Collides With a Harsh Global Reality

by Wallstreet Editorial

What Founders in MENA Should Prepare for in 2026

by Sayed Quadri

India and China: The Fragile Art of Moving from Conflict to Cooperation

by Dr. Shahid Siddiqui

Technology

Sony Transfers Majority Control of TV Business to TCL in New Joint Venture

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In a major shift within the television industry, Sony is ceding majority control of its television

WhatsApp to Introduce Voice and Video Calling on Web Browser Soon

UAE Leads MENA in E-Commerce Growth in 2025

Unique Properties Partners with AIR to Launch AI-Powered Real Estate Platform

Yutong Link+ Boosts Fleet Efficiency With AI-Powered Intelligent Management

Nebius to provide AI infrastructure to Microsoft under $17.4B deal

WhatsApp to Allow Chats Without Phone Numbers in Major Privacy Update

LG Expands Middle East B2G Business with Expo City Dubai

Saudi Arabia Venture Capital Growth Leads Middle East in 2025

From Business Tycoon to President: The Many Phases of Donald J. Trump

by Dr. Shahid Siddiqui

Donald Trump Sues BBC for $5 Billion, Citing Alleged Editing Manipulation in ‘Panorama’

by Wallstreet Editorial

A Biography That Tracks the Many Reinventions of Donald J. Trump

by Sayed Quadri

Saudi Exchange Top 5 Gainers in 2025

by Sayed Quadri

Dubai RTA Pedestrian Bridges Plan

by Patricia Renee

Hussain Khansaheb: UAE Construction Pioneer Passes Away

by Patricia Renee

Nepal Tourism Recovery After Riots

by Patricia Renee

Saudi PIF Acquires MBC Majority Stake

by Patricia Renee

National Industries Park Dubai new projects

Dubai’s National Industries Park Secures AED 1 Billion

by Patricia Renee

Saudi Pro League’s Media Rights Deal with IMG Extended to Boost Global Football Reach

by Patricia Renee

French Montana Engaged to Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra

by Obwana Jordan Luke

NYU Abu Dhabi Launches Executive MBA for MENA Leaders

by Patricia Renee

Companies

Modon Holding PSC | Real Estate, Hospitality & Investment Services in UAE

9 months ago

EMIRATES CENTRAL COOLING SYSTEMS CORPORATION PJSC

8 months ago

Vis Mundi Advisors DMCC

5 months ago

Ambitions Enterprise Management Co LLC

6 months ago

Aerotranscargo FZE

5 months ago

AL ANSARI FINANCIAL SERVICES PJSC (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES)

8 months ago

Abu Dhabi Financial Group LLC

5 months ago

Amanat Holdings PJSC

6 months ago

Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC

6 months ago

Seven Rivers Capital Ltd

5 months ago

Investcorp Capital Plc

6 months ago

Magellan Capital Holdings Plc

5 months ago

Emirates Reem Investments Company PJSC

6 months ago

Emirates NBD Bank PJSC (EMIRATESNBD) | Dubai Financial Market

9 months ago

MBME Group PJSC | UAE Investment Holding Company

9 months ago

Dubai, Emirate of

5 months ago

Lifestyle

Why Thousands of International Patients Choose Enfield Royal Clinic Dubai Over Local Options

Enfield Royal Clinic Dubai has emerged as the premier destination for international medical tourism, attracting thousands

Best Watches of 2025 From the GPHG Awards

7 months ago

Entrepreneurs speaking at Fitness for Founders wellness event hosted by Finanshels and ShopDoc in Dubai

Finanshels & ShopDoc Host UAE Founder Wellness Event

7 months ago

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CAPITAL MARKETS

GCC Debt Markets Slow as Geopolitical Risks Rise

GCC debt markets have slowed sharply after recording their strongest start to a year on record,

CAPITAL MARKETS

Kuwait Issues Mandate for Multi-Tranche USD Benchmark Bond Amid Budget Deficit

8 months ago

September 29, 2025 — Kuwait City, Kuwait — Kuwait has issued a mandate for a multi-tranche USD benchmark bond, tapping into international debt markets as part of its financial strategy to manage

du to sell 342mln shares in Mamoura stake offering

by Sayed Quadri

Riyad Capital Issues $133M Sukuk for Sumou Global Investment

by Sayed Quadri

H.C. Wainwright Reiterates ‘Buy’ Rating on Phoenix Group with Dh3.00 Target

by Sayed Quadri

Shuaa Capital Appoints New Group CEO to Accelerate Growth

by Sayed Quadri

Lifestyle

Masayoshi Son Reclaims Title as Japan’s Richest Person as AI Boom Lifts Billionaire Wealth

SoftBank Group founder Masayoshi Son has reclaimed the title of Japan’s richest person, ending a four-year

Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair: Inside the Fortune of a UAE Banking Billionaire

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Miloud Chaabi: Inside the Fortune of Morocco’s Self-Made Businessman

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Onsi Sawiris: Inside the Fortune of Egypt’s Orascom Patriarch

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aha Mikati: Inside His $3.8B Telecom Fortune

Taha Mikati: Inside the Fortune of a Lebanese Telecom Billionaire

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Najib Mikati: Inside the Fortune of Lebanon’s Richest Businessman

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Featured·Arabia·Companies·Companies in UAE·News·Properties·Real Estate

Tomorrow World Real Estate unveils its new Sales Experience Center in Dubai.

8 months ago

by Wallstreet Editorial

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Billionaires

Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair: Inside the Fortune of a UAE Banking Billionaire

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Billionaires

Miloud Chaabi: Inside the Fortune of Morocco’s Self-Made Businessman

6 hours ago

Billionaires

Onsi Sawiris: Inside the Fortune of Egypt’s Orascom Patriarch

6 hours ago

Billionaires

Taha Mikati: Inside the Fortune of a Lebanese Telecom Billionaire

6 hours ago

Billionaires

Najib Mikati: Inside the Fortune of Lebanon’s Richest Businessman

6 hours ago

Billionaires

Naguib Sawiris: Inside the Fortune of an Egyptian Telecom Billionaire

This agreement further deepens LG’s long-standing relationship with Expo City Dubai. Image Courtesy: LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Expands Middle East B2G Business with Expo City Dubai

LG Electronics is strategically expanding its Middle East B2G business. This growth is driven by a new partnership with Expo City Dubai. The agreement strengthens LG’s role as a provider of sustainable, high-tech

3 months ago

Aviation

Prince Naif Airport PPP Draws 89 Firms

Prince Naif Airport PPP has attracted 89 local and international firms, underscoring strong investor appetite for

Aviation

Egypt Protests Israeli Airstrike in Gaza that Killed Three Journalists

5 months ago

Egypt Condemns Israel for Targeting Journalists in Gaza; Strike Adds to Growing Tensions Egypt has formally protested Israel over an airstrike that targeted a vehicle in central Gaza, resulting in the deaths

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