Investment

Construction & Real Estate

RAK Crown Prince reviews key Mina Al Arab projects

Tue, 07 Apr 2026

Ras Al Khaimah is pushing ahead with its ambitious projects that meet the highest standards of quality and sustainability in a bid to cement its status as a leading global destination for investment, tourism and quality living, said its Crown Prince after reviewing the projects in Mina Al Arab area.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Dubai Chambers, Indian Ambassador discusses plans to strengthen trade ties

Fri, 03 Apr 2026

Dubai Chambers recently organised a meeting with the Ambassador of India to the UAE to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations and advance trade and investment ties between Dubai and India.

Construction & Real Estate

Saudi Arabia expands its public green spaces by 6m sq m

Sun, 26 Apr 2026

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has developed approximately 6 million sq m of public parks across the kingdom between 2023 and 2025 through private sector investment models, generating an estimated financial impact of SAR2.4 billion ($639 million).

Industry, Logistics & Shipping IT & Telecommunications

Google plans $40bn investment in AI rival Anthropic, says report

Sat, 25 Apr 2026

Google is planning to invest up to $40 billion in Anthropic, the AI firm confirmed, expanding a long-standing alliance between the two companies. The investment builds on a partnership in which Anthropic will use custom Google chips and cloud computing services to power its technology.

Finance & Capital Market

Arab region remains a 'stable destination for long-term capital investment'

Tue, 21 Apr 2026

The Arab region possesses strong fundamentals, including robust sovereign balance sheets, clear growth drivers and supportive political will, said Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi, Chairman of the Arab Federation of Capital Markets (AFCM) and Group Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX).

Education, HR & Training Finance & Capital Market

Bain Capital opens new regional office in Abu Dhabi

Wed, 15 Apr 2026

Bain Capital, a leading global investment firm, has opened its new office at ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi. The key facility will serve as a regional hub supporting deeper engagement across the Middle East, while also boosting connectivity with the firm’s global footprint.

Finance & Capital Market

GFH Financial Group rebranded GFH Bank

Wed, 01 Apr 2026

In a strategic move, Bahrain-based Islamic wholesale bank GFH Financial Group (GFH) said it has rebranded as GFH Bank, in a move that reflects a shift in its business model and aims to sharpen its identity as an integrated banking and investment institution.

Finance & Capital Market

Amlak Finance net profit jumps to $400m in 2025

Mon, 09 Mar 2026

Amlak Finance has reported a net profit after income tax of AED1.47 billion ($400.7 million) for the year ended 31 December 2025, compared to a net profit of AED12 million for the same period in 2024.

Finance & Capital Market

Investcorp's second GP staking fund closes with $1.25bn in commitments

Fri, 06 Mar 2026

Investcorp, a global alternative investment firm, has announced that its GP staking arm, Investcorp Strategic Capital Group (ISCG), has closed on commitments of over $1.25 billion to Investcorp Strategic Capital Partners II and associated vehicles (together, ISCP II).

Construction & Real Estate

Mace Consult launched as standalone firm after Goldman Sachs Alternatives investment

Fri, 06 Mar 2026

Mace Consult, a leading independent company focused on delivering impactful infrastructure and capital programmes, on Friday announced the completion of the majority private equity investment by Goldman Sachs Alternatives and carve-out from Mace Group.