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Dubai issues new law to ensure quality and safety of buildings

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

A new to ensure the quality and safety of buildings in the emirate of Dubai has been issues by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, in his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai.

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151 HOTELS IN THE PIPELINE

Azizi begins rollout of $20bn hospitality portfolio with debut 5-star hotel in Dubai

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

UAE-based Azizi Developments said it has laid the foundation for its first five-star hotel, marking the beginning of the rollout of its AED75 billion ($20.4 billion) hospitality investment plan for Dubai under which it will develop 151 hotels, including 100 four-star and 50 five-star hotels as well as a seven-star property.

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'WELL-POSITIONED FOR FUTURE'

Aramco reports strong 2025 results with $104.7bn net income

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Aramco reported strong 2025 results with adjusted net income of $104.7 billion, including $25.1 billion in Q4. Operating cash flow reached $136.2 billion for the year and $40.8 billion in Q4, with free cash flow of $85.4 billion.

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ANALYSIS

Markets pricing end of Iran war before it happens: deVere

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Markets are already beginning to trade as if the Iran conflict will de-escalate — even though there is no formal resolution yet, says the CEO of one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory and asset management organisations.

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INSIGHT

War raises oil, inflation risks but equity outlook remains intact

Mon, 09 Mar 2026

Recent geopolitical developments involving Iran have heightened market sensitivity to oil prices, inflation, and interest rate expectations, according to Lale Akoner, Global Market Analyst.

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Top This Week

India-bound tanker with Saudi oil sails through Hormuz, says report

Mon, 09 Mar 2026

A Greek-operated oil tanker has sailed through the Strait of Hormuz with a 1 million barrels cargo of Saudi Arabian crude and its destination listed ​as India, reported Reuters citing the data from ship tracking platforms Kpler and Lloyd's List Intelligence.

Amlak Finance net profit jumps to $400m in 2025

Mon, 09 Mar 2026

Amlak Finance has reported a net profit after income tax of AED1.47 billion ($400.7 million) for the year ended 31 December 2025, compared to a net profit of AED12 million for the same period in 2024.

Savola Group delivers solid 2025 results; revenue soars to $7bn

Mon, 09 Mar 2026

The Savola Group, a leading strategic investment holding group in the regional food and retail sectors, has announced solid results for FY 2025 with a 13% jump in its revenue which soared to SAR26.1 billion ($7 billion) mainly driven by growth in its retail, food processing and frozen foods segments.

Bapco Energies declares force majeure

Mon, 09 Mar 2026

Bapco Energies, Bahrain’s integrated energy company, hereby serves notice of force majeure on its group operations which have been affected by the on-going regional conflict in the Middle East and the recent attack on its refinery complex.

32 Bahraini citizens injured in Iran drone attack, 4 in serious condition

Mon, 09 Mar 2026

Bahrain's Ministry of Health has confirmed that an Iranian drone attack early this morning in the Sitra area has resulted in 32 civilian injuries so far, including 4 in serious condition.

1,400 missiles and drones targeted UAE

Mon, 09 Mar 2026

The United Arab Emirates affirms that it is in a state of defence in response to the brutal and unprovoked Iranian aggression, which included the launch of more than 1,400 ballistic missiles and drones targeting infrastructure and civilian sites, resulting in civilian deaths and injuries.

Oil prices soar 30% to $119 a barrel as ​producers cut supplies

Mon, 09 Mar 2026

Oil prices surged nearly 30% to more than $119 a barrel on Monday, hitting levels not seen since mid-2022, as some major ​producers cut supplies and fears of prolonged shipping disruptions gripped the market due to the expanding US-Israeli war with Iran.

Several homes damaged in Bahrain after Iranian drone attack, many injured

Mon, 09 Mar 2026

A number of houses in the Sitra area of Bahrain were damaged as a result of Iranian drone attack late last night which left many injured, according to the kingdom's Ministry of Interior. Earlier in the day, a water desalination plant and a university building were targeted.

Khamenei's hardline son Mojtaba named Iran's new supreme leader

Mon, 09 Mar 2026

Iran on Monday named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed ​his father Ali Khamenei as Supreme Leader, signaling that hardliners remain firmly in charge in Tehran a week into its conflict ‌with the US and Israel, reported Reuters. Meanwhile, the US military confirmed a seventh soldier has died from wounds sustained during Iran's initial counter-attack a week ago,

DIFC announces completion, phased handover of DIFC Square

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has announced the successful completion and phased handover of DIFC Square ahead of schedule. Spanning over 600,000 sq ft, the development forms an ensemble of three interconnected glass façade buildings with dedicated parking facilities and retail spaces.

Aramco warns of 'catastrophic' oil impact if Hormuz shipping doesn’t resume

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Aramco warned the Strait of Hormuz disruption from the Iran war could have “catastrophic consequences” for global oil markets and trigger ripple effects across shipping, insurance, aviation, agriculture and automotive industries.

EMEA carriers have rating headroom to weather short-term conflict: Fitch

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Most EMEA airlines have sufficient rating headroom to withstand aviation disruption if the Iran conflict lasts fewer than four weeks. However the impact will be greater for local Gulf-based carriers, due to direct network disruption, than for more diversified European airlines, according to Fitch ratings.

The tech trends shaping the factory floor

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Manufacturers invest 69% of their IT budget into devices, software, and other technologies used to connect their frontline, gain greater asset visibility, and intelligently automate workflows, says a new research.

Markets pricing end of Iran war before it happens: deVere

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Markets are already beginning to trade as if the Iran conflict will de-escalate — even though there is no formal resolution yet, says the CEO of one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory and asset management organisations.

Imtiaz Developments hands over signature residential project at Dubai Islands

Thu, 05 Mar 2026

UAE-based Imtiaz Developments said it has achieved a key milestone by becoming the first developer in Dubai to complete and hand over a signature residential project at Dubai Islands. This feat was made possible with the successful delivery of Beach Walk by Imtiaz.

TownX ties up with Regeny to operate 29 EV charging spots in Dubai

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Dubai-based developer TownX has partnered with Regeny, a key electric vehicle (EV) charging solution provider, to operate 29 EV charging spots at Luma Park Views in Jumeirah Village Circle. With this, Luma Park Views will now feature the highest number of EV charging slots in the city.

Union Properties joins Massachusetts institute's industrial liaison programme

Thu, 05 Mar 2026

Dubai-based Union Properties has sealed a membership agreement with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) through its globally recognised Industrial Liaison Programme in a move aimed at developing future-oriented models to help accelerate technology-led transformation in real estate.

DIFC announces completion, phased handover of DIFC Square

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has announced the successful completion and phased handover of DIFC Square ahead of schedule. Spanning over 600,000 sq ft, the development forms an ensemble of three interconnected glass façade buildings with dedicated parking facilities and retail spaces.

Oman Investment Bank advises on $130m investment in Uzum by Omani entities

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Oman Investment Bank has completed a $130 million minority investment in Uzum, Uzbekistan’s leading digital services ecosystem, by a consortium of investors led by sovereign entities of Oman.

Zoho Corporation achieves milestone of 150 million users

Fri, 06 Mar 2026

Zoho Corporation, a global technology company, marked its 30th anniversary on Thursday with the announcement that it is now a trusted technology provider to more than one million paying customers and more than 150 million users globally.

TownX partners with Regeny to operate 29 EV charging spots in a single tower

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Dubai-based real estate developer TownX has partnered with Regeny, a leading electric vehicle (EV) charging solution provider, to operate 29 state-of-the-art EV charging spots at Luma Park Views, Jumeirah Village Circle.

Several homes damaged in Bahrain after Iranian drone attack, many injured

Mon, 09 Mar 2026

A number of houses in the Sitra area of Bahrain were damaged as a result of Iranian drone attack late last night which left many injured, according to the kingdom's Ministry of Interior. Earlier in the day, a water desalination plant and a university building were targeted.

Diplomacy cannot succeed under shadow of missiles and drones: HRH Prince Salman

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Bahrain's Crown Prince and Prime Minister His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa has said that hostile Iranian strikes targeting residential areas, civilian infrastructure, energy facilities and water desalination plants are blatant violations of international law and international humanitarian law.

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