Economy News

Etihad posts record AED 2.6 bn profit, unveils AED 80 bn growth plan

Etihad Airways delivered a record AED 2.6 billion profit in 2025, up 47% year-on-year, as passenger numbers surged 21% to 22.4 million – making it the fastest-growing full-service network carrier globally.

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UAE Central Bank tightens AI governance in financial sector

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has issued new guidelines directing licensed financial institutions on the responsible use of artificial intelligence and machine learning.

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Economy News

UAE launches first 7-year dirham Islamic T-Sukuk, draws USD 1.6 bn in bids

The UAE Ministry of Finance, in coordination with the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), has issued its first-ever seven-year UAE dirham-denominated Islamic Treasury Sukuk, valued at AED 550 million.

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News

arbitrateAD and Abu Dhabi Family Business Council sign MoU to bolster governance framework

Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre (arbitrateAD) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council to enhance governance standards and long-term sustainability for family-owned enterprises across the UAE.

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Opinion

Avoid these global property investment pitfalls

It’s 2026, and the global real estate investment landscape is more competitive than ever before. While opportunities abound, building a multi-country portfolio requires a clear vision and a willingness to adapt.

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Opinion

Early detection works – healthcare systems just don’t prioritise it

We wouldn’t dream of skipping an annual car service, knowing that catching a small mechanical rattle now could save us from a breakdown later.

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News Real Estate

Aldar secures USD 1bn from Apollo as profit and sales surge

Aldar Properties has raised USD 1 billion through subordinated hybrid notes issued to Apollo Global Management, taking Apollo’s total investment in the developer to USD 2.9 billion since 2022.

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Mashreq launches USD 500 m AT1 bond in first UAE bank capital deal of 2026

Mashreq has opened the UAE banking capital markets for 2026 with a USD 500 million Additional Tier 1 (AT1) bond, attracting strong global investor demand.

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UAE and Bahrain launch pilot “One-Point” air travel system for citizens

The United Arab Emirates and Bahrain have launched the pilot phase of the One-Point Air Travelers project, enabling citizens to complete entry procedures at their airport of departure.

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Economy News

Oman’s economic zones attract USD 3.6 bn in new investment, create 4,467 jobs in 2025

Oman recorded more than USD 3.6 billion in new investment across its free zones, industrial cities and special economic zones in 2025.

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