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AI MBA Is Preparing Managers For A New Business Order
As AI advances rapidly, leadership, judgment and strategy matter more than ever. Today’s MBA is evolving to shape leaders for an AI-led world.
How Dubai’s PRYPCO is riding the real estate high
Co-founder Essa Ibrahim talks about the idea behind the proptech, its ongoing momentum and the popular tokenization pilot with the Dubai Land Department.
Why Saudi Arabia is fully opening up its stock market now
After a weak 2025, the kingdom is betting on new liberalization efforts to attract foreign capital and revive its stock market.
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FirstCry’s Mideast conundrum
The Indian mother and baby products retailer has been slow to grow in the two largest markets of the Gulf. What gives?
25 Feb 2026
UAE outgrows its emerging-market label
JPMorgan will phase out the country from its emerging-market bond indices by June. Separately, Al Habtoor Group preps for a fight against Lebanon and Saudi makes a new gaming play.
25 Feb 2026
It’s Getir founders vs Mubadala, once again
The founders of the Turkish company have filed a suit against the Abu Dhabi sovereign fund, proptech Stake has raised new millions and there is a new financial giant in town.
18 Feb 2026
Talabat slows down in December quarter, plans new investments
Delivery Hero-owned food delivery giant is seeing aggressive competition in multiple markets and has unveiled a new spending roadmap.
16 Feb 2026
Uber’s new buy in Turkey
The American tech company is buying Getir’s delivery operation, a16z invests in a new proptech and Dubai’s real estate can now be traded.
11 Feb 2026
The Career Upside Of Global Realignment
The new world order is going to redirect capital, careers, and growth. This sets the stage for a generation of young professionals looking to build a bright future.
30 Jan 2026
Can Temu gain ground in the UAE?
The relatively new online marketplace seems to be doubling on its UAE momentum. We take a look at what is at stake.
25 Jan 2026
How Ras Al Khaimah became the UAE’s next big thing
After Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the quiet emirate is emerging as a new engine—powered by tourism, real estate and a landmark Wynn casino.
07 Jan 2026
Asia takes lead as global business hub
The region's growth is fuelled by compelling fundamentals: a young population, rapid digital adoption, and a surging class of HNIs creating powerful internal consumer markets.
07 Dec 2025
MBA Job Market Revival Signals New Opportunities
The MBA job market is seeing an uptick in hiring after some years of slowdown. Here’s why this recovery signals not just a return to normal, but a chance for graduates to align with emerging opportunities amid a changing business landscape.
28 Oct 2025