Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Investors eye ‘retiring 3 years earlier’ than non-investors

Tue, 21 Mar 2023

People who invest their wealth expect, on average, to retire 3 years earlier than non-investors, a survey by global market research firm YouGov commissioned by private market exchange ADDX has found.

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Why now is the right time to start preparing for Corporate Tax in UAE – DgTx

Mon, 20 Mar 2023

The Corporate Tax regime in the UAE will begin from June 1, 2023; however, as per leading UAE digital taxation company DgTx, businesses must start prepping for the Corporate Tax now.

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6 macro factors reshaping business this decade: Gartner

Mon, 20 Mar 2023

The threat of recession, a systemic mistrust, poor economic productivity, sustainability, a talent shortage and emerging technologies are the six macro factors that will reshape business this decade, says Gartner.

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Investors in Bahrain expect economic stability during Q1

Tue, 14 Mar 2023

More than 94% of investors in Bahrain expect the stability of business and economic environment during the first quarter of 2023, recording lower rate by 1.66% compared to previous quarter, according to the Business Confidence Index (BCI) .

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Silicon Valley Bank failure ripples through market

Mon, 13 Mar 2023

In light of the recent Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) failure, Stephen Dover, Chief Market Strategist and Head of Franklin Templeton Institute, shares his thoughts on the situation, the causes for this fallout and its economic repercussions.

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Be warned … fake ChatGPT domains, extensions abound

Thu, 09 Mar 2023

The growing popularity of ChatGPT has led to the emergence of numerous fake domains, APKs, and browser extensions that claim to be associated with ChatGPT. It is important for users to stay vigilant and informed, says can expert.

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Azerbaijan 'an ideal destination for Gulf tourists'

Thu, 09 Mar 2023

Azerbaijan, which is just a short flight away for Gulf travellers, is a perfect year-round destination for tourists from the region who are seeking newer experiences, says the country's tourism chief in an interview with Sree Bhat of TradeArabia.

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Saudi firms see women at the helm in future: survey

Tue, 07 Mar 2023

Half of Saudi residents recently surveyed by leading management consulting firm, Kearney, see the future leader of their current organisation to be a woman, with 54% highlighting that more women in leadership roles will positively impact the business.

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How ESG investing made sustainable finance mainstream

Mon, 06 Mar 2023

Exposed to the environmental, social, and economic effects of climate change, it is critical that MEA nations accelerate sustainable financing through ESG principles, says Joel Van Dusen, Group Head of Corporate & Investment Banking, Mashreq.

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Tours providers must use ChatGPT/AI opportunity: expert

Mon, 06 Mar 2023

Tours and activities providers should start using generative AI like ChatGPT, Bing and soon-to-be-launched Google’s Bard now or risk their online marketing strategies becoming obsolete, an expert has warned.