Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Supreme Space Council, attended the signing of a major agreement for the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt (EMA). The deal focuses on developing a lander that will explore the asteroid Justitia, the seventh and final target of the...
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Airfare Prices Drop by Over 40% After Holiday Peak
Airline ticket prices have dropped by more than 47% for some major destinations, according to travel industry officials. The significant decrease comes after a sharp rise of up to 100% during the New Year and holiday season, as demand for travel has slowed following the end of the first semester break and holiday period. Salah...
FAB Sukuk Company to Issue $600 Million Sukuk on London Exchange
FAB Sukuk Company, a unit of First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), has finalized pricing for its $600 million five-year sukuk, set to be issued on the London Stock Exchange next week. The sukuk, part of a $5 billion trust certificate program, has seen strong interest, with an order book reaching $1.2 billion. The profit rate...
Shuaa Capital Offloads Stake in Saudi Hospitality Portfolio
Dubai-listed investment bank Shuaa Capital has sold its stake in a Saudi hospitality portfolio as part of its strategy to streamline investments and reduce liabilities. The portfolio, managed by Shuaa Capital Saudi Arabia, included three properties located in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam. Shuaa, which owned a 33% stake in the portfolio, finalized the sale to...
Saudi Arabia’s PIF Invests $200 Million in First Globally Listed Saudi ETF
The Public Investment Fund (PIF), Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund, has invested $200 million in the first internationally listed exchange-traded fund (ETF) centered on Saudi Arabia. The fund, known as the SPDR J.P. Morgan Saudi Arabia Aggregate Bond UCITS ETF, is managed by State Street Global Advisors. The announcement was made during a bell-ringing ceremony...
ADGM Employers to Hire Remote Workers from April with New Law
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) firms will be allowed to hire remote workers starting April 1 under new employment regulations issued by the ADGM Registration Authority (RA). The updated rules aim to provide clearer guidelines for employers and employees, focusing on flexibility and adaptability in the workplace. The new regulations expand the definition of an...
Dubai Unveils First Flying Taxi Station, Named DXV
Dubai has officially named its first flying taxi station as Dubai International Vertiport (DXV). Located near Dubai International Airport (DXB), DXV is the first of four planned stations under the emirate’s initial air taxi infrastructure network. Operations are expected to begin in 2026, marking a significant step forward for urban mobility in the UAE. The...
Saudi Arabia Eyes IPO Boom with 56 Listings in Two Years
Saudi Arabia is set for a surge in initial public offerings (IPOs) over the next two years, with up to 56 new listings expected, according to Al Rajhi Capital. Dr. Sultan Altowaim, Head of Research at Al Rajhi Capital, shared that seven IPOs have already been approved or closed, with two scheduled for listing this...
Ajman to Host Etihad Golf Championship This January
Ajman’s Department of Tourism Development (ATDD) has announced plans to host the Etihad Ajman Golf Championship on January 24 and 25. The event, sponsored by Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE), aims to promote sports tourism in the emirate, while also encouraging community engagement and youth participation. The announcement was made during a press conference at...
UAE President Appoints New Assistant Attorney General
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a federal decree appointing H.E. Sultan Ibrahim Abdullah Al-Juwaid as the Assistant Attorney General at the Federal Public Prosecution. H.E. Al-Juwaid brings three decades of experience to this significant role, having served in various key positions within the Federal Public Prosecution. Previously, he was...