Growth

Construction & Real Estate

Saudi construction activity grows for fifth month as new orders rise

Wed, 07 Oct 2026

Saudi Arabia’s construction activity expanded for a fifth consecutive month in September, although the pace of growth eased from August, according to a report. The activity increased across the key sectors of residential, non-residential structures and infrastructure supported by new orders.

IT & Telecommunications Lifestyle

Global robotaxi fleet to exceed 1.5m vehicles in 2036

Tue, 06 Oct 2026

The emerging robotaxi market is one of the most dynamic segments of the automotive industry today and is poised to reach 1.53 million vehicles in 2036.

Finance & Capital Market Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Sharjah’s 45% growth in FDI projects ‘reflects UAE’s strength’

Mon, 05 Oct 2026

Sharjah's 45% growth in foreign direct investment (FDI) projects in 2025 reflects the competitiveness of the UAE economy.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping IT & Telecommunications

UAE’s AI market set to hit $46bn by 2030, says report

Wed, 29 Oct 2025

The Artificial Intelligence market in UAE is poised for solid growth over the next few years and is set to hit AED170 billion ($46.3 billion) by 2030, thanks to the backing from sovereign funds and policies like Strategic Plan 2031 leading the way, said a new report.

Analysis, Interviews, Opinions Analysis

Innovation, AI reshaping the GCC’s economic future, says study

Mon, 27 Oct 2025

Amid a rapidly shifting global landscape defined by geopolitical uncertainty, climate change and tech disruption, Generative AI and innovation-led 'Engine 2' business models are emerging as major drivers of resilience across the region, says a new study.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping IT & Telecommunications Analysis

Innovation, AI reshaping the GCC’s economic future, says study

Mon, 27 Oct 2025

Amid a rapidly shifting global landscape defined by geopolitical uncertainty, climate change and tech disruption, Generative AI and innovation-led 'Engine 2' business models are emerging as major drivers of resilience across the region, says a new study.

Finance & Capital Market Industry, Logistics & Shipping

UAE economy set to grow 4.8% this year: IMF

Wed, 22 Oct 2025

The UAE’s economy is expected to grow by 4.8% in 2025 and the growth rate will rise to about 5% in 2026, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Finance & Capital Market Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Middle East economy set for strong 6.6pc rebound in 2027: IMF

Fri, 16 Oct 2026

The Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan are poised for a sharp economic recovery in 2027, with growth projected to reach 6.6 per cent after a war-induced contraction this year, although the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the rebound will be uneven and depend heavily on the restoration of energy production and trade.

Finance & Capital Market

UAE’s net wealth to hit $6trn by 2030: BCG

Mon, 12 Oct 2026

The UAE’s net wealth is forecast to reach $6 trillion by 2030, with a CAGR of 10.6%, according to Boston Consulting Group’s (BCG) Global Wealth Report 2026: The Great Reordering.

Finance & Capital Market Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Global economy set for 2.7% growth; trade tensions cloud outlook

Fri, 09 Jan 2026

Global economic output is forecast to grow by 2.7 per cent in 2026, slightly below the 2.8 per cent estimated for 2025 and well below the pre-pandemic average of 3.2 per cent, according to the World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026, released by the United Nations on Thursday.