Dubai partners with HSBC to accelerate global investment flows
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has signed a strategic partnership with HSBC Bank Middle East Limited to attract international corporates,
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ADX profits surge to AED 200bn as governance drives market confidence
Companies listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) reported a 17% year-on-year increase in net profits, exceeding AED 200 billion ($54.46 billion)
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IHC expands global footprint with USD 1.4bn hospitality acquisition
A unit of International Holding Company (IHC) has acquired a majority stake in British businessman Richard Caring’s hospitality empire in a deal valued
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Sobha expands into Abu Dhabi with AED 40bn master development
Dubai-based Sobha Realty has launched a AED 40 billion residential project in Abu Dhabi, signalling sustained confidence in the emirate’s long-term property market.
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UAE to host 2029 World Bank and IMF Annual Meetings in Abu Dhabi
The UAE has secured hosting rights for the 2029 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the IMF, marking a major milestone
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UAE financial system surges as banking assets hit AED 5.4 trillion in 2025
The UAE’s financial system delivered standout performance in 2025, with the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) reporting strong growth across banking, insurance,
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DAE and Blackstone launch USD 1.6bn aircraft leasing venture
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has partnered with Blackstone Credit & Insurance to launch a new aircraft leasing platform, Equator, targeting USD 1.6 billion
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Al Habtoor to invest AED 5bn in new Dubai commercial tower
Al Habtoor Group will invest more than AED 5 billion (USD 1.36 billion) in a new commercial tower at Al Habtoor City, signalling
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UAE and Bahrain sign AED 20bn currency swap deal to boost bilateral trade
The central banks of the UAE and Bahrain have signed a five-year currency swap agreement with a nominal value of AED 20 billion
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Mubadala assets under management rise 17% to USD 385bn in 2025
Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund Mubadala Investment Company grew its assets under management by 17% to USD 385 billion in 2025, up from