Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Solution to manufacturers’ workforce woes lies in AI-supported planning

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

For many manufacturers, the workforce challenge is less about having too few people and more about not having the right people, in the right place, at the right time.

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Hybrid microgrids reshaping economics, resilience in modern mining

Thu, 22 Jan 2026

Hybrid power is emerging as one of the fastest environmental, social and governance (ESG) and financing wins in the mining sector. It cuts emissions and costs effectively while mitigating energy security risks, improving an organisation’s bankability and investor appeal.

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Adaptability and attention to detail define private aviation

Thu, 22 Jan 2026

The market for private jet flights is steadily growing – its size is currently estimated at $17.67 billion and is expected to reach $25.79 billion by 2031.

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Why the US dollar is under pressure in 2026?

Thu, 22 Jan 2026

As we move into early 2026, the US dollar is facing growing challenges. Its recent weakness isn’t just part of a normal economic cycle, but it reflects rising political uncertainty and shifting global confidence in the United States.

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Era of the ‘linear career’ in finance is over, says new report

Wed, 21 Jan 2026

By 2035 how, when and where finance professionals work, as well as the nature of the work itself, will look very different, says a new survey by ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants).

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93% of Gulf CEOs see strong economic growth this year

Tue, 20 Jan 2026

Middle East CEOs remain among the most confident globally, with 88% expecting economic growth to strengthen in their own territories, and this is even higher at 93% across the GCC, compared with just 55% of CEOs globally, according to a PwC report.

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Trump’s Davos appearance to put global trade on edge

Mon, 19 Jan 2026

US President Donald Trump’s appearance at Davos this week could have almost immediate and lasting economic consequences for the global economy, warns Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, as tensions over Greenland move toward a decisive phase.

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Off-plan offices, logistics hubs key investment areas in Dubai for 2026: report

Mon, 19 Jan 2026

Off-plan offices, logistics hubs, and community retail remain key focus areas in Dubai's commercial real estate segment as both domestic and international investors refine their strategies in response to evolving demand and market conditions, says global property consultancy Chestertons.

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GCC’s Unified Civil Aviation Authority: A strategic leap forward

Thu, 15 Jan 2026

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has taken a landmark step: the creation of a Unified GCC Civil Aviation Authority. This initiative isn’t just bureaucratic housekeeping — it’s an effort that we all hope will build a stronger, safer, and more efficient air transport system for the GCC.

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Gulf investors' role 'growing as financiers of key AI tech infrastructure'

Wed, 14 Jan 2026

Gulf investors are playing an increasing central role in sustaining AI and private market deal flow, not as speculative entrants, but as strategic financiers of foundational technology infrastructure, a Standard Chartered report said.