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GCC-US trade hits $93.6 billion in 2023, but investment flows show mixed signals

According to the Statistical Centre of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, the GCC exported goods worth $57.5 billion to...

Crypto’s No. 2 token Ether, posts best week since 2021 amid trade thaw, tech optimism

Ether surged nearly 33% this week, marking its strongest rally in over three years, as easing global trade tensions and a major network upgrade boosted investor confidence in the digital asset market.

U.S. Dollar on the course for worst two-month slide since 2002

After a turbulent March and April, the dollar was set to fall 7.7%, marking its biggest two-month drop since May 2002. Although the dollar...

UAE businesses plan hiring surge despite global economic uncertainty

A recent recruitment consultancy Robert Half survey reveals that 63% of UAE businesses plan to increase their workforce in the next 12 months.

Interest rate drop set to spark MENA investment boom in 2024

Investment activities in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region are set for a significant boost in 2024.

ATM 2024: Tourism projected to account for 12% of UAE GDP this year

For 2024, the forecast is set even higher, with an anticipated contribution of 12% to the UAE’s GDP, equating to AED 236 billion, says Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy.

A recent survey shows Indians showing decreased interest in working abroad

A recent Boston Consulting Group (BCG) study reveals a significant shift in the preferences of Indian professionals seeking opportunities abroad.

PIF acquires majority stake in Tawal, creating telecom powerhouse in Saudi Arabia

The Public Investment Fund (PIF), has made a substantial move by acquiring a 51% stake in Tawal, the largest telecommunications infrastructure company in Suadi Arabia.

Humpback Whales suffer 20% population decline amid record pacific heatwaves

A new study has unearthed distressing data revealing a significant decline in humpback whale populations.

Dubai Taxi’s market share up to 46%, with the total number of taxis rising to 5,660

DTC forecasts upswing in the company's total revenues for 2024, strengthening its financial position in DFM.

Oman, India close to signing free trade deal

For India, Oman is the third largest export destination among the GCC countries.

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National Life and General Insurance Company: Delivering value beyond insurance to customers

Oman’s largest insurer NLGIC is on course to become a regional multi-line, multi-country giant delivering value beyond insurance to the customers.

AI central to UAE’s economic diversification, says COP28 President-Designate

AI will contribute to the UAE’s net zero strategic initiative by 2050 and help unlock advances in climate progress, says H.E. Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology.

Economic growth in GCC to more than halve in 2023: World Bank report

However, the GCC growth will still outperform the wider Middle East and North Africa region, forecast to grow by 3% in 2023, down from 5.8% growth in 2022.

KitchenomiKs aims to transform on-demand food economy in Oman

KitchenomiKs cooks up dainty on-demand delicacies, tossing in emerging technologies, yummy multi-brand choices and seamless delivery.

Real estate sector in GCC experiencing ‘profound transformation’: Expert

The real estate sector in the GCC region is...
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