BUSINESS

Research shows that high-quality early childhood programs can deliver a 13% annual return on investment through improved education, employment, health and social outcomes.

The launch of the international tender for the Caio Deep-Water Terminal on April 9, 2026, opens the project to global companies, which will bid to run it. The terminal is a clear indicator of the expansion of regional trade and economic growth in Central Africa.

As global financial regulation tightens and wealth becomes increasingly international, high-net-worth individuals are reassessing how they manage banking relationships and structure their financial affairs. According to Kevin Crowther, Founder of KC Private Wealth, these shifts are not temporary market reactions but part of a broader structural change in global wealth management.

Flash, leveraging Europe's deep industrial market expertise, is now advancing into the United Arab Emirates (UAE) through a model that flips the traditional script: scaling trust not by building offices but by empowering entrepreneurs.

Dubai's aesthetic surgery market has matured rapidly over the past decade. Patients today are informed, internationally mobile, and outcome-focused. In this environment, technical credibility and operational discipline matter more than marketing visibility. Dr. Vardan Khachatrian has built his practice around exactly that premise.

Property investor Samuel Leeds offered an Uber driver a full-time position after the driver impressed his wife with exceptional service. The role includes accommodation at the family's Dubai home and a luxury vehicle, turning a routine journey into a life-changing opportunity.

A major transition is taking place across the U.S. small-business landscape as millions of longtime owners approach retirement. Interpreting this shift from the inside is Khaled Abu-Suud, co-founder and investment partner at Kodiak, a firm dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs acquiring businesses from retiring owner‑operators.

At a time when global investors are navigating market volatility, shifting economic cycles, and an ever-expanding menu of complexity sold as sophistication, one theme continues to stand out: the growing appeal of simple, disciplined investment strategies grounded in real economic activity. This philosophy sits at the core of the Blue Collar Business Fund.

In the fast-paced world of Dubai real estate, growth is often measured purely by the height of a skyline. However, for 7th Key Development, 2025 was defined by something much more fundamental: the establishment of a permanent, high-performance foundation.

Entrepreneurs today are not just searching for markets; they are searching for ecosystems. The choice of where to relocate is rarely about cost alone; it is about where ambition will be matched by infrastructure, regulation, and vision. In this global recalibration, Dubai is the defining choice for a generation of founders and professionals.

For years, families and commuters across the UAE have defaulted to Dubai when they thought about property investment and urban living. But as prices in Dubai have surged and yields start to show signs of pressure in some segments, more buyers are widening their map, and Ajman is increasingly on their radar. At the heart of this shift is Tiger Downtown Ajman.

Financial education is becoming increasingly essential to everyday Malaysians, and Louis Limited is introducing its new app, poised to reshape how Malaysians approach personal finance.

Professional services can no longer rely on focusing solely on strategy; today's firms, and regional powerhouses, such as PwC Middle East, Accenture, and others, are being asked to deliver, implement, and embed themselves at the heart of government transformation.

There is a heritage link between Jim "Jimmy" McCaughey's late-1970s and early-1980s racing and breeding ventures in Britain, especially his purchase and sale of Gainsborough Stud, and how that sale to Sheik Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum has contributed to the UAE's modern racing powerhouse.

When Ankur Bagga founded Qrated Events over 15 years ago, he set out to master one specific craft: creating moments so perfect they would be remembered for a lifetime. Now, his event planning company has found a natural partner in The PartyPlatform.

Companies are investing not just in strategy but in the human capacity to guide and inspire. Few have shaped this field more visibly than John Mattone, ranked the world's number one executive coach six times in seven years by Global Gurus.

EG&A Capital Investments launches in the UAE, focusing on luxury fashion, cosmetics, logistics, oil and gas, and digital marketing. Led by CEO Emma Garic, the firm aims to foster global partnerships, innovation, and sustainable growth.

Understanding how to measure, manage, and adapt risk disciplines is the foundation upon which profitable and sustainable trading careers are built.

Chef Ayşenur Molu has announced the launch of her new restaurant, which promises to offer a refined dining experience reflecting her Turkish heritage and classical French culinary training. The esteemed chef and culinary artist's forthcoming restaurant is named À la Molu.

How Steven Looije built a trusted real estate brand in Dubai by offering stability in a time of economic unpredictability

NueWay Studios, a US-based branding and communications agency known for its culture-first approach to business, is officially deepening its footprint by expanding in the Middle East.

The start of President Donald Trump's term earned rave reviews at the world's leading crypto conference Wednesday, but top industry lawyers said digital platforms wanted regulatory clarity while the Republicans control Congress.

The deal is expected to last at least until 2027, with the possibility of being extended to 2030. Under the draft terms, 100,000 chips per year would go to UAE-based tech company G42.

Danny Sebright, President of the US-UAE Business Council, called Trump's visit a major milestone, marking the start of deeper cooperation in AI, advanced tech, energy, and defense.

Chinese internet giant Tencent on Wednesday reported a better-than-expected increase in first-quarter revenue, propelled by growth in gaming as the firm's strategic drive into artificial intelligence deepens.

The French interior minister said Wednesday he will meet with cryptocurrency professionals to discuss how to prevent future kidnappings for ransom following several such high-profile cases in France.

Japan's Nissan posted an annual net loss of $4.5 billion on Tuesday while saying it plans to cut 15 percent of its global workforce and warning about the possible impact of US tariffs.

Economic growth in Central Europe and the Balkans is expected to be strained this year by US President Donald Trump's tariff policies, Europe's development bank forecast Tuesday.

The signing ceremony took place during the Dubai FinTech Summit at the Dubai International Financial Centre, marking a key development in Dubai's digital finance sector.