Economy

Bank of Sharjah Reports Exceptional Nine-Month Performance with 28.5% Profit Growth

Bank of Sharjah reports net profit of AED 558 million for nine months ended 30 September 2026, reflecting 28.5% year-on-year growth and…

UAE Commands 61% Share of Gulf Sustainable Debt Issuance in First Nine Months of 2026

The UAE has established commanding leadership in Gulf sustainable debt issuance, accounting for 61% of regional issuance in the first nine months…

Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi Inaugurates Ethraa Career Fair, Unveiling 1,350 Financial Sector Opportunities

Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi inaugurates Ethraa Career Fair 2026, bringing together 70+ financial institutions offering 1,350 employment opportunities for UAE nationals.

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone and Beehive forge partnership to enhance SME financing

SPC Free Zone partners with Beehive to enhance SME access to digital financing solutions and capital growth opportunities.

IMF Projects UAE Economic Growth of 7.7% in 2027

The IMF has projected UAE economic growth of 7.7% in 2027, reflecting the nation's formidable financial resilience and technological capabilities.

Ras Al Khaimah and Guangzhou Tianhe CBD forge strategic commercial alliance

Ras Al Khaimah Chamber and Guangzhou's premier business district establish a framework for deepened trade, investment and commercial cooperation.

Robinhood establishes regional headquarters in DIFC to serve Middle Eastern investors

Robinhood receives DFSA authorisation to establish regional headquarters in DIFC, launching its trading platform across the Middle East in 2027.

UAE Achieves Top 10 Global Position in IMD Government Support Index

The UAE has achieved 10th place globally in the IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook's 2026 Government Support Index, advancing six places from 16th…

etisalat money and Visa forge strategic partnership to revolutionise cross-border payments

etisalat money and Visa announce a strategic partnership to expand international money transfer capabilities, introducing four new cross-border payment options.

DMCC Convenes Global Precious Metals Conference with World Bank Distinguished Speaker

Distinguished World Bank official to deliver keynote at November conference examining global precious metals markets and central bank reserve strategies.