Economic Data and Trends
8 articlesData stories explain what moved, what may be driving the change and which sectors or decisions are most exposed, while avoiding false precision. Company-specific news and personal finance stay separate unless the broader economic signal materially changes their outlook.
Bank Assets in the UAE Reach 5.67 Trillion Dirhams After July Surge
UAE banks recorded a sharp increase in total assets, hitting 5.669 trillion dirhams by the end of July 2026. The latest Central Bank data reveals robust growth in both credit and deposits, with private sector lending and resident deposits leading the expansion.
Dubai Taxi Company and IFA Board Decisions Set to Reshape Market Leadership
Key boardroom decisions and dividend actions by Dubai Taxi Company, IFA, and major Abu Dhabi firms will directly impact shareholders and market direction in Dubai and Abu Dhabi this week, with board elections and cash distributions taking centre stage.
Dubai Market Rises as Emaar and Al Rajhi Lead Regional Gains
Dubai's financial market closed higher today, with Emaar Properties topping trading activity and a 0.4 percent gain. The rally in Dubai was mirrored by modest advances in Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi, as investors responded to strong performances from leading stocks and sector-specific news.
UAE transforms oil wealth into a future ready economic powerhouse
The UAE has shifted from relying on oil revenues to building a diversified economic base, investing heavily in infrastructure, advanced industries and future technologies. This transformation is reshaping the country's role in global trade and securing long-term prosperity for future generations.
AIM Investment Summit to Drive Record Foreign Capital into Dubai
Dubai will host the fifteenth AIM Investment Summit from 7 to 9 September 2026, as the UAE cements its position as a top global destination for foreign direct investment and non-oil trade, attracting record-breaking capital and international projects.
UAE credit rating remains at AA as financial reserves drive stability
Standard & Poor's has reaffirmed the UAE's sovereign credit rating at AA/A-1+ with a stable outlook, citing robust financial reserves and sovereign wealth assets. The decision signals continued confidence in the country's ability to withstand external shocks and maintain fiscal surpluses.
Dubai Financial Market rises as investors await Q2 earnings deadline
Dubai Financial Market closed up 1 percent at 5844 points, while Abu Dhabi's main index edged higher by 0.2 percent. Investors are now watching for Q2 2026 financial results, with the official reporting deadline set for 15 August.
Jebel Ali Port faces historic cargo collapse after regional conflict
Jebel Ali Port, the engine of Dubai's non-oil economy, has seen cargo volumes plummet by over 90 percent as war disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The crisis exposes the city's reliance on a single maritime gateway and triggers urgent investment in alternative ports.