Tumbling oil prices could see record budget losses for the UAE and Saudi Arabia this year. Prices have hit lower than $40 a barrel, which has put pressure on GCC governments. However, Marios Maratheftis, Global Chief Economist at Standard Chartered expects prices to come up in 2016 due to a limit in oil supplies.
Lufthansa flights disrupted as cabin crew stage strike
Lufthansa flights were significantly disrupted on Friday as cabin crew union UFO staged a one-day strike, the airline's third work stoppage in two months, impacting operations at its Frankfurt and Munich hubs.
Dubai real estate sector powers ahead with strong Q1 figures
Dubai’s real estate sector has posted a strong start to 2026, with total transactions reaching AED 252 billion in the first quarter — a 31 per cent increase in value compared to the same period last year.
DIEZ unveils flexible economic measures to support businesses
The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) has introduced a package of flexible economic measures to support businesses operating across its zones.
DIFC introduces relief package to support clients
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has announced a package of temporary economic support measures to help its business and retail community navigate the current environment.
Disney plans to cut 1,000 jobs, WSJ reports
Walt Disney is planning to cut as many as 1,000 positions in the coming weeks, many of which will be made in the company's marketing department, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday, citing sources.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
Apple Inc. shares fell Monday after a closely followed analyst warned that demand for the firm’s new iPhone 16 Pro model has been lower than expected. Is this a sign that the AI software just isn’t ready?
Does working from home kill productivity or can it benefit staff by giving them more flexibility and a better work/life balance?
Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?
Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon’s first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!
