A number of infrastructure and development projects worth over AED 780 million have been approved in Abu Dhabi. The bulk of the funds have been set aside for the construction of a traditional market at Khor Al Maqta, near Mussaffah Bridge. Contracts have also been awarded for road maintenance, water networks, sewage lines and waste water management. The projects are mainly designed to benefit the capital’s suburbs and parts of Al Ain city.
Investors wipe $2.5 trillion off Nasdaq as blue tsunami prompts AI fears
Tech-led Nasdaq has notched its deepest one-day drop since ‘Liberation Day’ in April 2025, wiping out trillions in market value on fears of more AI scrutiny, particularly on data center construction, after Democrats won big in US midterm elections.
Emirates Groups announces AED4.1 billion pre-tax profit in H1 2026
The Emirates Group has posted a profit before tax of AED 4.1 billion ($1.1 billion) for the first six months of 2026-27, despite disruptions and high fuel prices due to the regional conflict.
Disney's Pixar names Jonathan Garson president as Jim Morris steps back
Pixar Animation Studios announced on Wednesday that veteran Jonathan Garson will become president on January 4, replacing Jim Morris, who will step back from day-to-day leadership ahead of his eventual retirement.
DIP Holding places final IPO price
The final offer price for DIP Holding’s initial public offering (IPO) has been set at AED 1.12 per share following stronger investor demand.
Gulfood Manufacturing brings global industry leaders to Dubai
Food security, domestic production and supply chain resilience are taking centre stage in Dubai as Gulfood Manufacturing 2026 brings together manufacturers, technology providers and industry leaders from around the world.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has attended a ceremony honouring government entities, leaders and professionals for their distinguished performance.
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the latest regional developments in separate phone calls with his Iranian and Qatari counterparts.
The UAE is marking the third anniversary of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, launched on November 5, 2023, under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to provide humanitarian assistance to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
