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Carl Sykes, CEO, Neptune P2P Group on why GCC ports' security faces risks as trade grows

Insights: Gulf ports face new security challenges as trade ambitions accelerate

Port security should not be seen as an obstacle to trade but as a core pillar of competitiveness, says Sykes

Dominic Raab: Unlocking the GCC’s critical minerals opportunity

Former UK Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary, Dominic Raab, exclusively writes for Gulf Business on how the GCC can play a bigger global role in critical mineral supply chains

Insights: GCC, tariffs and the new world trade order

Insights: GCC, tariffs and the new world trade order

Against the backdrop, public and private-sector decision makers in the GCC must think strategically and leverage their stability and strengths to prepare for the new-look future

Turning challenges into catalysts: EFG Hermes’ Mohamed Abu Basha on the region's resilient economic trajectory

Turning challenges into catalysts: EFG Hermes’ Mohamed Abu Basha on the region’s resilient economic trajectory

The head of Macroeconomic Analysis at EFG Hermes shares an opportunity-driven view of how the Middle East is responding to inflation, diversification, and capital markets development

From idea to impact: How MENA startups can stand out in a global arena

From idea to impact: How MENA startups can stand out in a global arena

Today’s investors are more cautious, prioritising startups with proven track records, scalable business models, and clear paths to profitability

30 new stores across GCC: Inside of Majid Al Futtaim’s expansion

Majid Al Futtaim’s approach to luxury retail is guided by customer preferences for authenticity, craftsmanship, and modern luxury

Huawei strengthens cybersecurity with unified, AI-powered solutions

Huawei’s new Xinghe Intelligent Unified SASE Solution addresses growing cybersecurity threats resulting from cloud migration, branch breakouts, and hybrid working

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GCC board gender diversity rises to 6.8% in 2025, UAE leads with 14.8%

The index shows double-digit growth in every country since 2024, with female representation on boards now at 6.8 per cent across the GCC.

IMF trims 2025 Middle East, North Africa growth forecast to 2.6% as global risks mount

IMF trims 2025 MENA growth forecast to 2.6% as global risks mount

The MENA non-oil importers are now expected to see real GDP growth of 3.4 per cent in 2025, versus an earlier forecast of 3.6 per cent

Majid Al Futtaim to launch over 30 new stores in GCC

Majid Al Futtaim’s expansion in luxury retail builds on a record-setting 2024, which saw a 26 per cent increase in revenue

The 100 most powerful Arabs of 2025

This year’s top 100 most powerful Arab list features a wide array of key movers and shakers from across the GCC and beyond

Too soon to panic? EFG Holding Group CEO urges calm over US tariffs

Speaking at the 19th EFG Hermes One-on-One Investor Conference in Dubai, Awad said global investor sentiment had been shaken by rising uncertainty

Kuwait moves ahead: Gulf rail link design contract signed

The railway will span 111 kilometres within Kuwait, from its southern border with Saudi Arabia in the Nuwaiseeb district to Al-Shadadiya in the north

GCC’s maturing IPO market— and what to expect next

Investor appetite in the region remains strong across local, regional, and international participants

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GCC banks ride wave of economic diversification, poised for robust year

EY’s GCC Banking Sector Outlook predicts sustained growth, driven by resilient economies, transformation plans, and robust demand in 2025

Is car subscription the smarter choice for GCC residents?

Is car subscription the smarter choice for GCC residents?

The car subscription model provides exceptional flexibility, enabling subscribers to switch vehicles based on changing lifestyle needs

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GCC worker remittances dip to $131.5bn in 2023, shows latest GCC-Stat data

According to the latest GCC-Stat data, the total labour force in GCC countries reached 31.8 million, representing 54.2 per cent of the total population

Here’s what GCC’s first smart vehicle testing centre will offer

The state-of-the-art facility marks a leap forward, offering a seamless and efficient vehicle testing experience in the Northern Emirates.

Insights: How to successfully tap the GCC's luxury market

Insights: How global brands can tap GCC’s luxury market

Data shows that 39 per cent of customers in the region strongly value personalised connections with advisors, but there’s significant room for improvement in delivering this consistently

GCC to outpace the global economy in 2025: FAB

GCC to outpace the global economy in 2025: FAB

The UAE’s GDP is projected to rise from 4.5 per cent to 5.6 per cent, outpacing the International Monetary Fund’s global growth forecast of 3.2 per cent

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Designing cities: UK architects support the Middle East’s urban transformation

From sustainable projects like Masdar City and innovative transport systems, the Gulf region is partnering with UK expertise to achieve its urban ambitions by combining modern design with cultural relevance

GCC region remains a significant player in global trade: report

GCC region remains a significant player in global trade: report

The report highlighted the region’s performance in commodity exports, with the GCC ranking fifth worldwide in 2023

Built for protection: NAFFCO rises as a global fire safety leader

Over the last 33 years, UAE-headquartered NAFFCO Group has grown into a global leader in fire safety. This is their story.

Nilesh Ashar, Senior Managing Director & Head of Tax Middle East, FTI Consulting offers insights on the impact of new taxes on the GCC

GCC countries: From tax havens to global business hubs

New tax regimes in the GCC nations will unleash a new era of growth and economic resilience for the region

Most GCC central banks follow Fed lead, lower key interest rates

Most GCC central banks follow Fed lead, lower key interest rates

Saudi Arabia, the region’s biggest economy, cut its repurchase agreement (repo) rate and reverse repo rate by 25 bps each to 5 per cent and 4.5 per cent, respectively

How family businesses can preserve wealth, create legacies

How family businesses can preserve wealth, create legacies

As GCC family businesses transition to second and third generations, seamless leadership changes are essential for business continuity

Renuka Jagtiani on Landmark’s billion-dollar bet on the future

Renuka Jagtiani on Landmark’s billion-dollar bet on the future

The chairwoman of Landmark said the retail conglomerate plans to refresh its existing stores and enhance its online presence and operations

Novartis Gulf's Mohamed Ezz Eldin on the region's key healthcare trends

Novartis Gulf’s Mohamed Ezz Eldin on the region’s key healthcare trends

From leveraging digital health technologies to fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors,  the Cluster Head GCC at Novartis’ insights offer a roadmap for accelerating patient outcomes

Bahrain’s ATME aims transforming regional markets with asset tokenisation

The Bahrain-regulated exchange aims to create a more inclusive and efficient financial system by enabling fractional ownership of high-value asset classes.

How the UK can aid the GCC to harness EdTech for inclusive learning

The UK’s cutting-edge solutions make it an ideal partner for the GCC countries in advancing inclusive and innovative education initiatives