Tracking the Pulse of MENA Economies.

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JP Morgan Reshuffles EMEA Investment Banking Leadership

JPMorgan Chase has announced a major leadership reshuffle across its investment banking operations, appointing new executives to oversee

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GCC Debt Markets Slow as Geopolitical Risks Rise

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

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Credit Agricole Egypt Profit Falls 2.9% in Q1

The Credit Agricole Egypt profit declined 2.9% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, as the bank reported net earnings

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Dubai Financial Market Profit Jumps 43% in Q1

The Dubai Financial Market profit rose 43% in the first quarter of 2026, as the exchange reported net profit before

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Shahriar Shahir Barzegar Launchs UAE’s “Hayat” Initiative, Positioning Obesity as a System-Level Health Challenge

Dubai: Shahriar Shahir Barzegar has launched the “Hayat” initiative in the UAE, introducing a structured medical framework designed to shift

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51Talk Aligns with UAE Ministry of Education Mandate to Support English-Medium Transition

The UAE Ministry of Education’s (MOE) directive to introduce English as the language of instruction for science and mathematics from

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JP Morgan Reshuffles EMEA Investment Banking Leadership

JPMorgan Chase has announced a major leadership reshuffle across its investment banking operations, appointing new executives to oversee the Europe, Middle East and Africa

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GCC Debt Markets Slow as Geopolitical Risks Rise

GCC debt markets have slowed sharply after recording their strongest start to a year on record, as geopolitical tensions and investor caution reshape issuance

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Credit Agricole Egypt Profit Falls 2.9% in Q1

The Credit Agricole Egypt profit declined 2.9% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, as the bank reported net earnings of EGP 1.80 billion

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Dubai Financial Market Profit Jumps 43% in Q1

The Dubai Financial Market profit rose 43% in the first quarter of 2026, as the exchange reported net profit before tax of AED 193.3

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Columnists

Duncun Misoi

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

Sayed Quadri

Shahriar Shahir Barzegar Launchs UAE’s “Hayat” Initiative, Positioning Obesity as a System-Level Health Challenge

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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Arabia·Billionaires·Business·Economy·News·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.

Arabia·Business

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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

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Unique Properties, one of the UAE’s most influential real estate agencies, has announced a strategic joint

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

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

WhatsApp to Introduce Voice and Video Calling on Web Browser Soon

UAE Leads MENA in E-Commerce Growth 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

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

Nepal Tourism Recovery After Riots

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

ALA Properties Debuts in Dubai Backed by Award-Winning Success

by Wallstreet Editorial

Companies

Dubai National Insurance & Reinsurance Co PSC

December 23, 2025

Invictus loses US$90m as Qatari deal collapses

Invictus Energy Faces Major Setback After Partnership Collapse

January 28, 2026

Depa PLC

December 24, 2025

Arabian Shield Cooperative Insurance Company Profile

September 14, 2025

Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC | CBD | Dubai Financial Market

September 19, 2025

Al Masah Paper Industries LLC

January 5, 2026

Adnoc Murban Sukuk Ltd

December 30, 2025

Vis Mundi Advisors DMCC

December 28, 2025

Brooge Petroleum and Gas Investment Company FZE

December 30, 2025

Abu Dhabi National Company for Building Materials Pjsc

December 23, 2025

DUBAI INVESTMENTS PJSC

October 11, 2025

Astrarizon Ventures

December 29, 2025

ICICI Bank Limited (Dubai Branch)

December 29, 2025

COP16 Riyadh

September 15, 2025

Swvl Holdings Corp

December 24, 2025

Sobha Developers LLC (Dubai Branch)

December 24, 2025

Lifestyle

Best Watches of 2025 From the GPHG Awards

The 2025 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), often called the Oscars of watchmaking, highlighted the

Nojoud Al-Rumaihi at Paris Fashion Week

October 7, 2025

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

Finanshels & ShopDoc Host UAE Founder Wellness Event

November 20, 2025

May 14, 2026

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

September 29, 2025

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

JP Morgan Reshuffles EMEA Investment Banking Leadership

JPMorgan Chase has announced a major leadership reshuffle across its investment banking operations, appointing new executives

GCC Debt Markets Slow as Geopolitical Risks Rise

May 14, 2026

Credit Agricole Egypt Profit Falls 2.9% in Q1

May 2, 2026

Dubai Financial Market Profit Jumps 43% in Q1

May 2, 2026

Shahriar Shahir Barzegar Launchs UAE’s “Hayat” Initiative, Positioning Obesity as a System-Level Health Challenge

April 29, 2026

51Talk Aligns with UAE Ministry of Education Mandate to Support English-Medium Transition

April 21, 2026

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

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

October 22, 2025

by Wallstreet Editorial

May 14, 2026

CAPITAL MARKETS

GCC Debt Markets Slow as Geopolitical Risks Rise

May 2, 2026

EARNINGS

Credit Agricole Egypt Profit Falls 2.9% in Q1

May 2, 2026

EARNINGS

Dubai Financial Market Profit Jumps 43% in Q1

April 29, 2026

Healthcare

Shahriar Shahir Barzegar Launchs UAE’s “Hayat” Initiative, Positioning Obesity as a System-Level Health Challenge

April 21, 2026

EdTech

51Talk Aligns with UAE Ministry of Education Mandate to Support English-Medium Transition

March 15, 2026

News

Iran War Live: Trump Not Ready for Deal While US and Israel Bomb Isfahan

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

March 10, 2026

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