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Saudi Aramco CEO Courts Investors
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai In a strategic move to woo international investors, Amin Nasser, CEO of Saudi Aramco, the state-owned oil giant, embarked on a whirlwind transatlantic roadshow. Nasser defied his advisors’ suggestions to prioritize New York and i...
Property developers raise US$4.3 bn in debt issuance
By Saifur Rahman Property developers in the UAE and the GCC countries have raised US$4.3 billion (Dh15.48 billion) utilising debt market instruments such as bonds and Islamic sukuks to fund existing and future real estate projects, according to latest ann...
Middle East Takes Center Stage in Uber’s Long-Term Growth Strategy
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Following Uber’s first year of profitability since its 2019 IPO, CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has identified the Middle East as a key driver of the company’s long-term growth strategy. In an exclusive interview with The National’s Edito...
Abu Dhabi Real Estate Reels in Foreign Investors
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai The Abu Dhabi real estate sector is experiencing a surge in foreign investment, buoyed by a record-breaking first quarter (Q1) of 2024. According to the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (Adrec), the custodian and regulator of the emi...
Oil Producers Lock In Supply Limits
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its non-member allies, a group known as OPEC+, reached an agreement on Sunday to extend current oil production cuts into 2025. This move signifies a continued effor...
Aramco’s Share Offering: Guidance for ADNOC, Others
Arabian Post Special The announcement of Saudi Aramco’s plan to sell shares on the public market has generated significant buzz in the financial world. This highly anticipated initial public offering (IPO) comes after years of speculation and strategic ma...
Dubai’s ICD reports Dh60.8 billion net profits on Dh310 billion revenue
By Saifur Rahman Investment Corporation of Dubai, an investment arm of the Government of Dubai, reported a 68 percent jump in net profits to a new record of Dh60.8 billion on Dh310.2 billion in revenue for the year ended 31 December 2023. This growth has...
Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Push Raises Stakes for Dubai
Arabian Post Staff – Dubai Dubai, the long-reigning champion of Middle Eastern tourism, has a new contender vying for the crown. Saudi Arabia, embarking on an ambitious plan to transform itself into a global tourism destination, is pouring billions into d...
Airbus Soars at Riyadh Conference as Saudia Group Places Mega-Order
Arabian Post Staff – At the Riyadh conference this week, Airbus secured a major victory after the Saudia Group, which owns both Saudia Airlines and budget carrier flyadeal, announced a record-breaking order for 105 Airbus narrow-body aircraft. This move c...
Long-Term UAE Residency Visa for Environmental Champions
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced a new visa program designed to attract and retain individuals who significantly contribute to environmental protection. The 10-year Blue Residency visa aims to solidify the UAE’s commitment to sustainability,...
Emirates Reports 71% Jump in Profits to $5.1 billion
By Saifur Rahman Emirates Group that includes the world’s largest international passenger carrier Emirates Airline and its ground handling and ticketing arm Dubai National Air Travel Agency (Dnata) reported a 71 percent jump in net profits exceeding Dh18....
Chinese Hospitality Giant Sets Sights on Gulf Expansion
Arabian Post Staff – A rising Chinese hotel brand, Ji Hotels, is poised to make its mark on the Gulf region with its first properties planned for Dubai and Saudi Arabia. This move signifies China’s growing ambition to establish a foothold in the lucrative...
Dubai’s Maktoum airport move is a bold statement
Arabian Post Special Dubai, the emirate synonymous with audacious ambition, has unveiled a new chapter in its relentless pursuit of innovation. The centerpiece? A staggering $35 billion investment in transforming Dubai’s Maktoum Airport into the world’s l...
Nakheel, Meydan debt refinancing by Dubai Holding to free up cash
Arabian Post Special Dubai Holding, the investment arm of Dubai’s ruler, has made a strategic move by refinancing a hefty US$8.2 billion loan. This debt consolidation replaced older facilities held by Nakheel and Meydan, two state-backed developers that w...
Abu Dhabi Luxury Homes See Price Boom Fueled by Foreign Investors
Arabian Post Staff – Abu Dhabi’s property market is experiencing a surge in interest, particularly for luxury apartments and villas. This trend is being driven by an influx of global investors seeking a foothold in the Emirate’s thriving real estate secto...