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April 6, 2026

Dubai Markets Rise on Hopes of Conflict De-escalation

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Dubai’s stock market led gains across the Gulf region as optimism grew around potential de-escalation of regional tensions. The main index rose by approximately 2%, driven by strong performance in banking and real estate sectors. Government support measures, including a 1 billion dirham stimulus package, have helped stabilize business sentiment and encourage investor participation. Analysts […]

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UAE Non-Oil Business Growth Slows to Four-Year Low

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The UAE’s non-oil private sector growth has slowed to its weakest level in nearly four years, reflecting the economic impact of regional tensions. The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) dropped significantly, indicating reduced business activity. Sectors such as tourism, logistics, and retail were among the hardest hit, with new orders and output showing noticeable declines. Supply

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Saudi Vision 2030 Faces Financial Pressure Amid Regional Instability

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Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Vision 2030 program is facing growing financial pressure due to regional conflict and economic challenges. Oil export disruptions and rising costs have led to revenue losses exceeding $10 billion, impacting large-scale development projects. Mega projects such as NEOM and other infrastructure initiatives are being scaled back or delayed as the government reassesses

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Gulf Sovereign Funds Back $81 Billion Global Media Mega Deal

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Major Gulf sovereign wealth funds are stepping into one of the world’s largest media deals, committing nearly $24 billion to support an $81 billion acquisition in the global entertainment industry. Funds from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi are participating in the deal, highlighting the region’s growing influence in global investment markets. The investments are

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Gulf Stock Markets Remain Subdued Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions

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Stock markets across the Gulf region remained subdued as escalating geopolitical tensions continued to weigh on investor sentiment. Major indices in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain showed mixed or declining performance as investors reacted cautiously to ongoing regional instability. Qatar’s index dropped around 0.7%, while Kuwait and Bahrain also recorded minor losses. Analysts attribute

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