The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its economic growth forecast for the Middle East and North Africa this year, despite a gloomy global prediction. The regional economy is now expected to grow by 3.4%, up from 3.1% in April. Globally, growth is forecast at 3.1%, compared to 3.2% three months ago. IMF largely blames the negative outlook on Brexit, saying the financial and oil markets started recovering earlier this year, under the assumption that the UK would remain in the EU.
Dubai Land Department signs 11 agreements
Dubai Land Department (DLD) signed 11 agreements with diverse local and international entities during the International Property Show (IPS) 2025.
Trump signals tit-for-tat China tariffs may be near end; TikTok deal on ice
US President Donald Trump on Thursday signalled a potential end to the tit-for-tat tariff hikes between the US and China that shocked markets, and that a deal over the fate of social media platform TikTok may have to wait.
Mubadala announces $600M investment in Nord Anglia Education
Abu Dhabi-based Mubadala Investment Company has signed an agreement to acquire a $600 million (around AED 2.203 billion) minority stake in private school operator Nord Anglia Education.
Shein, Temu to hike prices under pressure from Trump's trade policies
Chinese online marketplace Temu and fast-fashion retailer Shein will raise prices on their products next week as US President Donald Trump's crackdown on low-value imports and sweeping tariffs increase expenses for the companies known for their low-priced offerings.
US issues new sanctions targeting Chinese importers of Iranian oil
The United States on Wednesday issued new sanctions targeting Iran's oil exports, including against a China-based "teapot" oil refinery, as President Donald Trump's administration seeks to ramp up pressure on Tehran.
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