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11 Aug 2026. Stevi Lowmass publicly admitted The Camel Soap Factory might not survive, then launched a campaign to sell 25,000 bars. Three months on, she’s almost there. We hear how it went. Plus, earnings season continues. Spinneys reveals its first half numbers with CEO Sunil Kumar, and e7 Group posts a bumper six months on the back of its secure identity business. We speak to Group CEO Esteban Gómez Nadal. And it’s a big week for inflation data, with UAE demand holding up better than expected. Nick Stadtmiller of Emirates NBD unpacks it.
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10 Aug 2026. ADNOC Gas has beaten its own guidance with a $665 million second quarter, despite the Strait disruption, and greenlit $8.2 billion of new contracts. We speak to CFO Peter van Driel. Plus, a container of classic Ferraris is stuck off Khor Fakkan for another week. Ryan Hughes of RMA Motors on how shipping delays are reaching Dubai’s luxury car market. We also get an exclusive look at July’s Dubai property numbers with Haider Tuaima of ValuStrat, as the market edges towards stability. And oil is caught between diplomacy and disruption. Robin Mills of Qamar Energy on where the market goes next.
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08 Aug 2026: Luxury watches, fine art, rare collectibles and classic cars are increasingly being considered alternative stores of wealth as investors look beyond traditional safe havens. But protecting these assets is not always straightforward. Kapil Sharma, Senior Vice President of Sales at Continental Group, joins us to discuss how high-value collectibles are insured, the challenges surrounding valuations and the coverage gaps owners may not realise exist. Meanwhile, Wynn Resorts is pressing ahead with plans to hire 2,500 employees for its $5.7 billion UAE resort, despite its opening being pushed back to September 2027. Nathan Kearney, Managing Director of Executive Search, joins us to discuss what the recruitment drive says about confidence in the UAE hospitality sector and the growing divide in the wider jobs market. Plus, we look at some of the weird and wonderful ways businesses are trying to beat the summer slowdown, including a rooftop sauna, ice baths and unlimited ice cream. Emilie Hill from Context Studio takes us through some of the offers and considers whether these summer deals are here to stay or are simply a way for businesses to get customers through the door. And finally, DIFC is opening up its special purpose vehicle regime, removing previous eligibility restrictions and making the structures available to a much wider pool of applicants. Jacques Visser, Chief Legal Officer at DIFC Authority, tells us what the regulatory changes involve.
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06 August 2026. The Japanese yen has strengthened sharply following the first coordinated US-Japan currency intervention since 1998. It has recovered from a 40-year low of almost 164 yen to the dollar in July to around 156 to 157 this week. Josh Gilbert of eToro explains what the intervention involved, why the US stepped in, and whether the yen’s recovery can last. Also, tourist arrivals to the UAE are projected to fall by more than 30% in 2026 following the regional conflict earlier this year, while visitor spending dropped by more than 40% during the height of the disruption. Akshay Jayaprakasan of RedSeer Strategy Consultants discusses when arrivals could recover to 2025 levels and what the coming years could hold for the tourism sector. Plus, the RTA has completed a series of improvements on Latifa bint Hamdan Street, including a one-kilometre service-road expansion and two new U-turns. Hamad Al Shehhi of the RTA discusses the immediate impact on motorists and the longer-term plans for one of Dubai’s key transport corridors. And finally, a career-pivot success story. From Google executive to award-winning restaurateur, Lynn Hazim discusses the story behind Middle Child and the realities of building three food concepts under one roof.
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Saudi Aramco reported a 33 per cent jump in quarterly profit after oil prices surged above $100 a barrel during the disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. Amena Bakr, Head of Middle East Research at Kpler, unpacks the numbers and tells us what drove the rise in earnings, what it means for energy markets, the Gulf economy and consumers, and whether the market is returning to normal. Meanwhile, ADNOC Distribution posted record first-half earnings as fuel demand remained strong across the region. CFO Ali Siddiqi joins the Business Breakfast to discuss what is driving the company’s next phase of growth beyond fuel. Plus, we examine how UAE recruitment trends shifted in the first half of 2026, with data pointing to cautious hiring among employers and growing candidate frustration over recruitment ghosting. Luke Collins, Managing Director of Collins Search, joins us to launch Matchly, a new AI-powered job platform designed to promote fair hiring and tackle ghosting. And finally, while many restaurants slow down during summer, Chef Sperxos turns his attention to private dining, luxury events and high-end clients. The Business Breakfast Summer Strategy series continues, looking at how Dubai businesses adapt during the traditionally quieter months and why summer can be one of the smartest times to grow. This time, we explore the business of summer dining with Chef Sperxos.
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04 August 2026. Middle East Film & Comic Con returns to Abu Dhabi in September with an expanded programme and ambitions to surpass last year’s attendance of more than 46,000. Show Director Loy Pinheiro discusses the move from its traditional April slot, the business of staging a major event amid regional uncertainty, and the new attractions aimed at drawing record crowds. Also, the Business Breakfast can reveal that Thrifty Car Rental UAE has secured an exclusive five-year partnership with Etihad Rail, investing more than AED 10 million in first and last mile transport across all 11 stations. General Manager Amit Kumar discusses the initial fleet of 500 vehicles, digital integration with Etihad Rail’s booking platform and how the service will scale as the national passenger network expands. Plus, Alpha Dhabi Holding reported its strongest half-year performance yet, with net profit surging 48% to AED 9.8 billion. CFO Derek Nicholson discusses the AED 3.7 billion boost from investments including SpaceX, Cerebras and Anthropic. Finally, our Summer Strategy series continues with a look at how sport can help Dubai businesses overcome the traditionally quieter summer period. Stuart Gibb, General Manager of JA Sports & Shooting Club, discusses the growing sports-tourism economy and how combining training facilities, hospitality and lifestyle experiences can attract professional teams, corporate groups and families throughout the year.
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03 August 2026: Abu Dhabi’s property market continues to record strong annual gains—but is momentum beginning to slow? Sean Swinburn, Director of Valuations at ValuStrat, gives us a first look at its Q2 2026 data, with quarterly capital value growth easing to 2.1%, its weakest pace in two years. UAE petrol prices have risen for August as renewed geopolitical tensions push Brent crude back above $100 a barrel. Rustin Edwards, Head of Sales at VKG, examines the volatility driving global oil markets and what it could mean for prices at the pump. Plus, UK barrister Byron James has become the first foreign lawyer admitted to the UAE Roll of Advocates. He joins us to discuss what the milestone means for foreign lawyers, international law firms and the UAE’s position as a global legal hub. And Samsung has unveiled its lightest Galaxy Z Fold yet, weighing just 201 grams. Fadi Abu Shamat, Vice President and Head of Mobile Experience at Samsung Gulf Electronics, takes us through the Fold8’s biggest upgrades and discusses what a price tag above $2,000, or around AED 8,000 could mean for demand in the GCC.
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Economic growth in the US unexpectedly slowed in the second quarter, despite an increase in consumer spending. Dan Richards of Emirates NBD explains what caused the slowdown and what it means for the US economy. Plus, football’s biggest tournament could soon attract private equity investment, and the team shares its thoughts on what that could mean for the sport. ADNOC Drilling reports record first-half revenue of $2.46 billion, with CFO Youssef Salem discussing what drove the results and the company’s growth strategy. We also examine the renewed disruption facing Gulf aviation as major international carriers extend flight suspensions, with some routes not expected to resume until 2027. Plus, Montenegro is emerging as a new holiday destination following the introduction of temporary visa-free entry for eligible UAE residents. DW Travel’s Emily Jenkins talks us through the conditions and costs.
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Iran's Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) could extend its remit beyond merchant shipping to include subsea cable installation and maintenance in the Strait of Hormuz, requiring permits or fees for cable-laying vessels that can remain stationary for extended periods. Baker Botts partner Joshua Cole explains the potential impact on international connectivity and costs. Meanwhile, Nigel Green of deVere Group discusses UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham's priorities, what his government could mean for investments, and the implications for British nationals living in both the UK and the UAE. Plus, Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD breaks down the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate decision. Finally, one week after the UAE's first national payment card, Jaywan, went live, Andrea Cianchetti of Al Etihad Payments explains how it works, how to get one, and the different card tiers available.
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29 Jul 2026. We continue the earnings conversation following SK Hynix's results and ahead of updates from the hyperscalers. Monte Safieddine of Capital.com explains what has been moving the tech sector and what could drive markets in the coming sessions. Also, Dan Richards of Emirates NBD looks ahead to the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision, the factors policymakers are weighing and why the decision has become so politically charged. We also looked at Aster Clinics’ AED 100 million plan to expand its UAE primary-care network to more than 100 facilities by 2030. Plus, Lara Ewing, Head of Dubai Opera, discusses the recovery of the live-events industry as more international performances are lined up in Dubai. And with some UAE residents reconsidering European holidays due to visa delays, Jatin Sharda of Tunz Travel explains how early travellers should apply and what to do if a visa does not arrive before a booked flight.
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28 Jul 2026. Longer stays now account for nearly 70% of booked nights in Dubai’s short-term rental market. We speak to Luis Santos of First Class Property Management about what is driving the shift towards flexible monthly living. Plus, a quarter of junior employees surveyed say poor onboarding has made them more likely to leave, while two-thirds say they did not feel supported. Is this down to generational expectations? We ask Megan Prosser of Robert Walters about “lily padding” and whether it is happening in the UAE. Peter Willmott of AtkinsRéalis takes us inside the plans for Abu Dhabi’s $1.7 billion Sphere. And Meerah Ketait of dnata Travel explains why Asia is having a breakout summer with UAE travellers.
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27.07.2026 Ras Al Khaimah welcomed a record 670,000 plus visitors during the first half of 2026, driven by strong domestic tourism despite regional tensions disrupting international travel. We asked Phillipa Harrison, CEO of the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA), how they achieved it. Earnings season continues, with Union Properties reporting a 68% year-on-year surge in H1 2026. As the Dubai developer transitions from financial restructuring to sustainable growth, CEO Eng. Amer Khansaheb told us more. Plus, we looked at whether the conflict is making SMEs more aware of credit insurance—and whether it should. Roopesh Punjabi of Earnest Insurance tells us more. And finally, our Summer Strategy series continues, examining how Dubai businesses are pivoting during the typically quieter months. Ekaterina Gorbacheva from Udora reveals the latest summer shopping trends and explains how the company keeps customers engaged throughout the slow season.
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24 Jul 2026. Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) saw revenue and net profit fall as tourism and airport demand weighed on earnings, though Group CEO Mansoor Rahma Alfalasi says the company is seeing early signs of normalisation. Plus, with pressure on both the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz, we look at how the crisis is changing what a good contract looks like, with Amir Kordvani of PwC Middle East. And rising coffee prices mean more of us are making our own, apparently says FT. Are we seeing the same here. we asked Garfield Kerr of Mokha 1450.
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23 Jul 2026. Dubai inflation rose to 5.7% in June on the back of higher fuel and food costs, although monthly gains came at their slowest pace in several months. We get the reaction from Emirates NBD’s Nick Stadtmiller, and find out why he thinks the Fed might start cutting next year. Plus, 2025 was the year of funds and family offices moving to the UAE. Has the conflict put paid to their expansion? We speak to the man who finds them their CEOs, Oscar Orellana-Hyder of Cordell Partners. And Aramex has a new CEO. We speak to Amadou Diallo about where he’s taking the business.
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22 Jul 2026. Betterhomes says the conflict is actually bringing some clarity to Dubai’s real estate market. We ask how, with Richard Waind. Plus, a major new sovereign AI data centre has just gone live in Ras Al Khaimah. We find out what it tells us about the UAE’s AI ambitions with Jimi Ibrahim of IOPn. We also get the latest read on oil, trade and tariffs with Nick Stadtmiller of Emirates NBD. And a seven-bed villa on Dubai’s Billionaire Row has just been leased for AED 17 million a year, a new record. We find out more with Abdullah Alajaji of Driven Forbes Global Properties.
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21 Jul 2026. Warehouse demand is rising in Dubai, and prices with it, despite the conflict. We speak to Sean Swinburne of ValuStrat about why. Plus, with the Strait of Hormuz disrupted, Gulf oil has leaned on the Red Sea and overland pipelines. Now that backup is under pressure too. We get the analysis on what it means for supply and prices with Robin Mills of Qamar Energy. And gold was the UAE’s leading non-oil trade commodity in the first half of the year, new numbers show. We find out more about how it’s been moving with Aliasgar Tambawala of the Klay Group.
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20 Jul 2026 Some Gulf flights are being rescheduled, but airlines are keeping the region moving. We find out how with Kashif Khalid of IATA. Plus, TikTok has been taking stock of its operations here in the UAE, and we speak to one of its regional GMs, Shadi Kandil. We also look at why financial services growth is outpacing much of the UAE’s private sector, with Aakash Bassi of Grant Thornton. And Treo Homes has posted another record month for sales and rentals despite the headwinds. We find out how with Aron Lomax.
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17 Jul 2026. Spain against Argentina in the final on Sunday. But behind the football, has the first 48-team World Cup actually paid off? We get the commercial verdict from Abigail Carpenter of Greenberg Traurig. Plus, Dubai has handed over its biggest batch of new homes in years. Is the market finally shifting towards buyers? We ask Andrew Cummings of Savills. India has issued guidance for its sailors in the Strait of Hormuz, and we look at the implications for shipping with Captain Zarir Irani (yes, we have a Captain!). And opening a business bank account in the UAE could soon take minutes, not days. We find out how CBD’s new mobile bank for small businesses works with Dhiraj Kunwar.
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16 Jul 2026. Dubai’s GDRFA issued more than one million new residence permits and 66,000 Golden Visas in the first half of 2026. We discuss what does that tell us about the emirate’s ability to attract talent, investors and businesses, and what could it mean for economic growth. Plus, if conflict is driving oil higher, why isn’t gold behaving like a traditional safe haven? We ask Marex. And the UN’s maritime body has raised concerns over shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. We discuss the impact on global trade and shipping with maritime security expert Christopher Long.
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15 Jul 2026. Parkin reveals its first expansion outside Dubai, into Sharjah. Naveed Khawaja joins us with the details and what it means. Plus, US inflation has cooled sharply, the biggest monthly fall in six years, but with oil surging again, can it last? Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD breaks it down. Oil is climbing after fresh tanker attacks, and the FT reports DP World is in talks to build a new port that bypasses the Strait of Hormuz entirely. Robin Mills of Qamar Energy has the analysis. And our Summer Strategy series continues. When business slows, do you discount, collaborate or expand? Bart Misztal of Naughty Pizza did all three.
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14 Jul 2026. Oil is surging and Kpler’s own data shows tanker traffic has halved in a week. We get the latest with Matt Stanley. Plus, GCC hiring has contracted for the first time in seven quarters. Dr Trefor Murphy of Cooper Fitch has the Q2 numbers. Taaleem’s revenue is up 19% and profits are climbing even through the turmoil. We speak to CEO Alan Williamson. And we meet the gym chain behind the world’s first muscle thobe.
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13 Jul 2026. Mortgage enquiries fell off a cliff when the conflict began. Now they’re almost back. Sam Amidi of Mortgage Finder has the first half numbers. Plus, Tabby is moving beyond buy now pay later, and Zarik Nabi reveals what’s next right here on the Business Breakfast. DIFC Courts has just had its busiest six months ever. Registrar Ayesha Bin Kalban has the exclusive figures. And Ryan and Calvin Smith on opening what they believe is the world’s largest bespoke tailoring showroom.
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10 Jul 2026. We find out how Dubai's original value clothing chain has reacted to the arrival of a 100 pound gorilla. We've got the new-ish CEO of Landmark's Max Fashion, Hani Weiss. Plus, what has June meant for Dubai property valuations and transactions? The team at ValuStrat are seeing some interesting new movements. We speak to their Head of Research, Haider Tuaima.
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09 Jul 2026. We find out more about the Dubai vertiport that the aviation regulator has just signed off, with the people who built it, Damian Kysely of Skyports. Plus, we’ve got Malina Ngai, Global CEO of beauty retailer AS Watsons, in the studio during her one day visit to the UAE. And we’re kicking off a new series today, Summer Strategy, asking what businesses are putting in place for the hotter months. First up, Abdulla Al Shaibani of Axeed.
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08 Jul 2026. In an extended interview, Ramesh Cidambi, MD of Dubai Duty Free, tells us what the conflict has meant for one of the world’s busiest travel retail hubs, from holding onto staff to how shoppers have changed and what’s next for the summer. Plus, Dubai’s most expensive school is at it again. Joshua Levenson of GEMS SRI on the launch of the region’s first school-based Motorsport Academy, where the idea came from and what it costs.
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07 Jul 2026. With container ships starting to make it through the Strait of Hormuz, we speak to Ahmad Yousef Al-Hassan, CEO of DP World GCC, about how they kept logistics moving through the conflict. Plus, ADNOC Distribution is buying South African petrol station company Shell Downstream South Africa in a deal worth a billion dollars, including 580 fuel stations, and they’re making the announcement right here on the show, with Athmane Benzerroug. Microsoft and Inception42 have teamed up to make building agentic AI agents easier. We find out more from COO Ibrahim Aljallaf. And we meet the Dubai teenager running his own AI start up, Jainam Jain of Mengo Engine.
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06 Jul 2026. In an exclusive, we speak to Air Arabia CEO Adel Ali about those new cheap flights to London Gatwick and the impact of the conflict on the budget carrier. Plus, UAE banks increased their lending in Q1. Is that likely to continue? We go through the numbers with Sam Gidoomal of Alvarez & Marsal. And one month after Abu Dhabi’s rent freeze, we look at the effect it’s having on market movements with Ben Crompton of Crompton Partners
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03 Jul 2026. As Taylor and Travis tie the knot, we ask what the conflict has actually meant for the UAE’s wedding industry. Arun Bablani, Owner and Founder of Vivaah Weddings and The Event Group, says there’s a silver lining. Plus, another Chinese EV brand is making its move into the UAE. We speak to Lucas Bellieud of Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility about what DENZA’s arrival says about the electric car race here. And Dubai has just approved a new 15km elevated road running parallel to Sheikh Zayed Road. Roger Cruickshank of AtkinsRéalis on what it means for your commute.
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02 Jul 2026. Dubai inflation rose to 5.5% in May, on the back of higher energy and therefore transport and food costs. We find out if this is more than just a high oil price story with our economist on call, Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. Plus, we speak to the Dubai jewellery designer who’s just landed a major write-up in the FT, Ashna Mehta of Bag Bijoux. What does the summer mean for the restaurant business? We speak to chef Reif Othman and restaurant operator Gabrielle Mather to find out what contingencies they’re putting in place for slower summer footfall. And with H1 done and dusted, Cosmin Ivan of Platinumlist tells us what the entertainment landscape looks like going forward.
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01 Jul 2026. UAE commuters will pay less at the pump this month as local petrol prices fall to reflect dips in global oil markets. Super and Special are both down around 14%, while diesel is nearly 17% lower for July. We find out what lower fuel prices mean for inflation with economist Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. Plus, we speak to Viva Supermarket CEO Andy Adcock about what the supermarket put in place to keep its low prices low during the conflict. Enrolment is up 13% in a single year. We find out what’s pulling so many students into UAE universities and what it means for the economy with Dr Sameera Al Mulla. And what if governments could make policy at the speed of AI? A UAE firm just put $15 million behind that idea. We find out more with Omar AlYawer of Ruya Partners.
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30 Jun 2026. dnata comes in to prove, or disprove, Tom & Brandy's summer travel theories, with Meera Ketait. Plus, what does summer travel mean for safe space demand? We speak to vault owner Jafer Rashid of MySafe about what we’re stashing away when we go abroad. Private sector hiring grew in the first quarter, so where is the UAE jobs market actually heading for the rest of the year? Sonam Haider of Aethra Advisory joins us. And history in motion. Andrew Hosie reports live from the very first Etihad Rail passenger train from Fujairah to Abu Dhabi.
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29 Jun 2026. Tasha’s, the restaurant group, is about to undergo the biggest expansion in its history, with more than 75 million dirhams being invested in new restaurants. We speak to founder Natasha Sideris. Plus, how often does your luggage actually go missing? A new global report is out, and the Middle East is leading the way. More with Selim Bouri, President Middle East, Africa and Türkiye at SITA. The UAE’s electronic invoicing scheme is now in its pilot phase. We find out how it’s going to work with John Casey of Virtuzone. And we speak to a man who has just started construction on several dozen new villas despite the conflict, Moustafa Elsaid of Swank Development.
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26 Jun 2026. Tickets for the first Etihad Rail services between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah have sold out, with more than 5,000 seats snapped up in just two days. Speaking on The Business Breakfast, Etihad Rail’s Adhraa Al Mansoori said the company’s free booking app is already number one in the UAE. Georgia Tolley takes us on board ahead of the big day. Plus, we look at where Standard Chartered is telling its customers to put their money in H2 with regional Chief Investment Officer Manpreet Gill. ADNOC Drilling has a new AI rig. We asked CFO Youssef Salem exactly what it is and what it means for the company and its shareholders. And why your electronics are about to cost a lot more. We find out with Jacky’s Retail.
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25 Jun 2026. That’s according to a new report by Kearney, which says a conflict resolution is not a business condition recovery. Valentin Lavaill of Kearney joins us to explain what they’re telling clients to put in place now. Plus, Ramn Kumar of Al Futtaim Logistics shares the contingency plans and workarounds that have got them through the last four months. How have months of regional uncertainty changed what we insure and what it costs? Hitesh Motwani of InsuranceMarket.ae gives us the picture. And airline profits are set to halve this year, with Gulf carriers taking the biggest hit. Kashif Khalid of IATA on what’s behind it.
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24 Jun 2026.Dubai has introduced a new flexible rent initiative, tying up with a dozen property firms to offer monthly payments and grace periods to renters, as well as direct debit and credit card payment options. We find out how it works with Khalid Al Shaibani, head of the rental affairs department at the DLD. Plus, most landlords can’t tell you which of their units is under-earning. A UAE fintech says its AI can. We find out how with Rentify. We also get a first look at new research into how expats currently feel about life here in Dubai with Nigel Owen, Strategic Communications Director at ARCET Global. And Britain looks set for a new Prime Minister, which could mean big changes for anyone with UK property. We find out what it means for expats and UAE nationals with Knight Frank.
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23 Jun 2026. Transguard has posted record results, with revenue past AED 4 billion and a workforce over 78,000. CFO Nick Beer joins us. Plus, what's really happening to UAE hiring right now? Nathalie Spree of Seven Level Consulting breaks down the numbers. Adel Alderi of Marsh on the new workforce resilience challenge facing UAE employers. And Saurabh Tiwari of Taj Hotels on whether the Q4 travel rush is materialising.
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22 Jun 2026. In his first UAE interview since the start of the regional conflict, Etihad Airways Group CEO Antonoaldo Neves discusses the impact of the conflict, passenger demand, and the airline's outlook for the months ahead. Plus, a number of countries have now relaxed their travel advisories to the UAE. What could this mean for inbound tourism? We speak to Musafir.com. And Sharjah Airport recorded a record-breaking 2025. We find out what's driving the growth and where passenger numbers are heading next with His Excellency Sheikh Faisal Saoud Al Qasimi, Director of the Sharjah Airport Authority.
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19 Jun 2026. We're out on location this morning with Alef Group as they launch Linar, the last residential plot on the Al Mamzar Corniche. Senior VP Adham Karroum tells us what's behind it. Plus, the Ruler of Sharjah's AED 750 million plan to fix one of the UAE's toughest commutes. Roger Cruickshank of AtkinsRéalis on what it means for drivers. The UAE's first ever retail T-Sukuk with Thomas Christie of Shuaa Capital. And HSBC Private Bank's Georgios Leontaris on where to invest as the region turns a corner.
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18 Jun 2026. The Central Bank of the UAE has decided to maintain its base rate at 3.65% following the US Federal Reserve’s announcement to keep its rates unchanged. Last night saw the first rate decision announcement from new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh. Nick Stadtmiller of Emirates NBD joins us to rate his performance. Plus, think you know where Dubai property is heading? Stake has just launched a new tool that lets you predict the market and win actual property. Rami Tabbara, Co-Founder of Stake, tells us how it works. The conflict interrupted a Sharjah hotel market that was in a state of transition, according to a new report from Cavendish Maxwell. Ali Siddiqui joins us with the detail. And turning desert land into fertile soil. UAE climate-tech firm HyveGeo has just won Dubai Holding’s flagship sustainability accelerator. CEO Abdulaziz Redha tells us what they’re building.
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17 Jun 2026. Oil to a three-month low and gold has surged. Guy Wolf from Marex on what the US-Iran deal means for markets. DMCC's Future of Trade 2026 report is out with the UAE ranking second globally in commodities trade. CEO Ahmed Bin Sulayem joins us live on location. We also speak to Michael Lawrence from Asia House, the think tank behind the analysis in DMCC's new report. And Oxford Economics has revised its global outlook in light of a potential peace deal between the US and Iran. Azad Zangana joins us with the details.
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16 Jun 2026. With the potential opening of the Strait of Hormuz, we look at what it would take to get shipping flows back to normal with expert Captain Zarir Irani of Constellation Marine Services. Plus, we look at what it could mean for oil, shipping and prices with Matt Stanley of Kpler. And phase one of the mega $35 billion Al Maktoum International Airport project will open on time in 2032. With that major update, we speak to Dubai Airports boss Paul Griffiths.
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12 Jun 2026. Short stay hotel company Vacationer says the winter rates it’s booking Dubai apartments for are higher than last year. We find out more with Harrison Moore. Abbas Sajwani’s company AHS has bought the Shangri-La for more than a billion dirhams. We find out why. Two CEOs in studio, property and hospitality. Guido De Wilde of Wasl Hospitality and Jonathan Emery of Aldar Development on how their sectors are bouncing back, and why they’re hopping on bikes this summer. And we speak to cables giant Ducab and CEO Charles-Edouard Mellagui about the strategies they’ve put in place to deal with a still shut Strait of Hormuz.
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11 Jun 2026. Harrow International School Dubai opens this September despite the regional conflict. We find out what’s behind the launch of one of the UK’s most iconic schools in the UAE with Simon O’Connor, Head Master of Harrow International School. Dubai Holding Real Estate has partnered with Commercial Bank of Dubai to launch a new home financing programme for buyers across Nakheel, Meraas and Dubai Properties. We find out more with Dhiraj Kunwar, General Manager of Retail and Business Banking at CBD. And it’s FIFA-nomics. The 2026 World Cup is expected to add $41 billion to global GDP. UBS joins us with the numbers.
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10 Jun 2026. With the World Cup kicking off tomorrow, Cahal Altman from Five Iron on what fans can expect at one of Dubai’s mega venues, and Duncan Walkinshaw from beIN Sports on where and how the region will be watching. Plus, Manish Jain from Aster Clinic on Dubai’s new smart medical visa and what it could mean for the medical tourist dirham. And it’s day 103 of the Strait of Hormuz situation. China appears to be weathering the storm better than many expected. Georgia Tolley reports from Hong Kong, speaking to Cameron Johnson of Tidalwave Solutions, on how China’s response is reshaping global supply chains.
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09 Jun 2026. Gulf airlines are facing $4.3 billion in regional losses, but Riyadh Air is launching, Etihad is ordering and Qatar is doubling routes. We find out what’s really going on with aviation expert Nick Humphrey. Plus, three decades of Dubai history. Sunset sessions, sporting moments and weekend traditions. Barasti is closing on June 21 and we find out what’s coming next. How is the region’s tech sector actually performing on the stock market? MAGNiTT has just launched the first proper scorecard and we find out what it reveals. And Middle East tensions are reshaping global fuel markets in real time. We get inside the trading floor with Gulf Transport and Trading.
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08 Jun 2026. Riyadh Air will officially start widescale commercial operations to London on Wednesday 10 June, after taking delivery of its first three Boeing 787-9 aircraft. That's according to Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air, speaking on The Business Breakfast. World Cup fever is here, and so are the scams. 4,300 fake ticket sites are already targeting fans. Nick Palmer of Group-IB tells us how to stay safe. And SpaceX's $1.77 trillion IPO is days away. The biggest in history. But history says the biggest IPOs often come right at market tops. Razan Hilal from Forex.com by StoneX on what to watch for.
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05 Jun 2026. The UAE has ranked second globally for net AI talent migration, ahead of Saudi Arabia, Switzerland and Singapore, according to Stanford University. Samuel Huber, CEO of Napster, joins us with the picture. Plus, Orbitworks is launching the region's first AI-powered satellite constellation this October. Dr Hamdullah Mohib on why it matters. Madhur Kakkar from Elevate Financial Services on global markets at record highs. And Amit Malhotra on how ADIB just simplified WPS salary payments.
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04 Jun 2026. Abu Dhabi has surprised the market with a temporary rent freeze. Is there any realistic prospect of Dubai introducing a similar measure? We asked Thomas Anderson, Sales Manager of Espace Real Estate. Plus, it’s been a busy week for the global economy with new UAE PMI data, new US trade tariffs and an on-again off-again ceasefire. Emirates NBD’s Chief Economist helps make sense of it all. Majid Al Futtaim has just launched a new program backing UAE homegrown brands. We find out which creative businesses get the first call up. And Binance is launching a regulated dirham transfer service to make it easier to move money between bank accounts and crypto wallets. Could this be a turning point for crypto adoption?
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03 Jun 2026. Abu Dhabi is freezing all rent hikes until further notice. Tenants signing new leases will pay the same rent as the preceding contract, with residential, commercial and industrial rents all frozen. We get analysis on what that means for the market. The Wegovy weight loss pill is here, with the UAE only the second country in the world to greenlight it. The country is also set to become a hub for Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy production, serving up to 70 countries across the Gulf, Africa and Central Asia. We hear from Executive VP Emil Larsen. Plus, with UAE fuel prices up nearly 66% since February, it’s getting more expensive to transport goods. Could the cost of food go up? We find out with the CEO of Choithrams. And DXB saw a welcome revenue boost from Eid Al Adha travel. We find out what families planning summer travel can expect at the world’s busiest airport.
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02 Jun 2026. With the conflict showing no signs of resolution, we ask whether the Strait of Hormuz blockade could fast-track major new pipeline investment across the region with Omar Albusaidy of Future Pipe Industries. Plus, stocks or bonds? Where should investors actually put their money in June? Steve Brice, Global Chief Investment Officer at Standard Chartered, joins us with the monthly outlook. The 2026 World Cup kicks off in days. What does that actually mean for restaurants and bars in the UAE? Naim Maadad, CEO and Founder of Gates Hospitality, joins us with the expectation. And tech giants Nvidia and Intel are both designing new chips to make AI more powerful and more practical, but they’re taking very different approaches. Andreas Hassellöf of Ombori on what it means for the future of AI.
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01 Jun 2026. Huge changes in Dubai from today, including petrol prices rising around 8% while diesel drops by over 7%. Global oil prices are falling, so why are UAE fuel prices going up again in June? We find out with Kpler. Plus, air passenger demand in the Middle East almost halved in April due to the conflict. We discuss the global impact and the search for green shoots of recovery with Kashif Khalid from IATA. And hoteliers across the UAE are celebrating a surge in staycations over Eid. But will local demand be enough to see them through the summer? Kym Barter, MD of Atlantis the Royal and Atlantis the Palm.
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28 May 2026. We find out what Eid has meant so far for those selling popular gifts like flowers and chocolates, that’s with the team from Udora. Plus, forget flight prices, what does the private jet market look like over Eid? We speak to VistaJet. And in a region obsessed with tech, one UAE startup is selling something very different. Human presence. We find out how loneliness has become a business opportunity.
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26 May 2026. The Business Brunch: We speak to the head of a short term accommodation network that opened just one month before the conflict but is growing regardless. Raw Coffee has taken on a new partner as it heads into a new stage of growth. What stage is that? We find out. And foreign nationals in the US now have to go home to apply for a green card. We find out what that could mean for UAE.
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25 May 2026. President Trump says he’s close to a deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Economist Nick Stadtmiller of Emirates NBD joins us to break down what that could actually mean for the UAE economy. Plus, the closure of the Strait means moving companies haven’t been moving as much. We find out what they’ve been doing instead with the CEO of Easytruck. And the UK just closed a £3.7 billion trade deal with the GCC, the first G7 country to do so. Deyana Cherneva, Regional Head of Global Trade Solutions at HSBC Bank Middle East, on what the agreement actually unlocks.
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22 May 2026. The Executive Council of Dubai has put together a second package of economic incentives, this one worth 1.5 billion dirhams. The support measures include the delay or exemption of various fees and fines, as well as different types of rent relief, across sectors including tourism and education. Economist Dan Richards of Emirates NBD joins us to dig into the detail. Plus, strategy consultancy Kearney on how the Gulf can emerge from the conflict stronger. Mashreq has a bold new SME promise. Open a business account in one day or get 1,000 dirhams back. The UAE rolls out one health insurance system across all seven emirates for Emiratis. And Imagine Dragons, Lewis Capaldi and Zara Larsson are heading to Yas Marina Circuit this December for the Abu Dhabi GP, more details with Ethara.
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21 May 2026. The UAE’s new crude oil pipeline bypassing the Strait of Hormuz is now 50% complete, as the country accelerates delivery towards 2027. That’s according to Dr Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology. Plus, Primark opens its third set of doors in the UAE today and we speak to Alshaya boss John Hadden. We find out what the Dubai real estate hiring situation actually looks like, who’s getting hired and for how much, with one of the largest real estate recruitment agencies in the region. Dubai’s property market is still moving but buyers and tenants are behaving very differently right now. Espace tells us what’s actually transacting and how the leasing market is shifting. And how are advertisers actually behaving in this market right now? The ARN Business Club event is coming up and we find out why radio still works when budgets get tight.
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20 May 2026. The focus now turns to how the trains will fast-track tourism and transform the surrounding area. Georgia Tolley has been talking to Etihad Rail’s Executive Director of Commercial about how it’ll be a catalyst for growth. Plus, AED 62 billion. 22 million square feet. Right next to what will become the world’s largest airport. We find out what’s being built with the CEO of Dubai South. ADNOC Distribution is tying up with Americana to bring 200 quick-service restaurants to its service stations - we find out more with Jacqueline El Boghdadi, CMO at ADNOC Distribution. And finally, still thinking of a staycation for Eid? We find out what’s left, where to go and what it’ll cost you up north with Phillipa Harrison, CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority.
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19 May 2026. Etihad Credit Bureau has launched a new service to help landlords make sure their tenants are creditworthy. Brandy speaks to Director General H.E. Marwan Lutfi. Plus, Dubai-founded GymMation has secured a 100 million dollar private credit facility from HPS Investment Partners - which is part of asset management giant Blackrock, the founder and CEO tells us more. Bond markets are flashing warning signs with Treasury yields at 15-month highs and a Fed rate hike now on the table. Emirates NBD’s Chief Economist Nick Stadtmiller joins us on what it means for the region. And the Indian rupee just hit a fresh all-time low against the dollar. The Continental Group on what that means for the expats living here.
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18 May 2026. ADNOC has announced it is accelerating construction of its West-East pipeline. The project, now expected online in 2027, will run from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah and double export capacity, allowing the UAE to bypass the Strait of Hormuz entirely. But with the UAE now out of OPEC, what does it also mean for expanding production capacity? Economist Daniel Richards with his view. Plus, three years of free fuel and cars moving by rail - two big moves from Al Masaood Automobiles. Why buy a car when you can subscribe to one? Swapp on the $20 million bet behind car subscriptions in the UAE. And after the Trump-Xi summit and with the Strait still under pressure, CSC Commodities on where oil markets actually go from here.
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15 May 2026. Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism and Sphere Entertainment Co. have announced Yas Island as the location for Sphere Abu Dhabi. Plus, we look at what happened to Dubai real estate values in April after March’s decline, with the head of research at ValuStrat. UAE insurers are filling the gap for war risk insurance to keep cargo moving and Orient Insurance joins us. We speak to the telecom boss who just wrote a book about UAE tenacity during the conflict: VEON founder and chairman Augie Fabela. Eight global financial firms managing $4.4 trillion in assets have committed to Abu Dhabi in a single month and ADGM tells us what’s making the capital so attractive. And half of UAE shoppers are ready to let AI buy things for them, but do they actually trust it? New research from Checkout.com joins us.
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14 May 2026. Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) has agreed to acquire National Taxi, adding 2,500 licence plates, a 12% jump in Dubai market share and a first foothold in Abu Dhabi. The deal is expected to complete in Q3 pending regulatory approvals. Group CEO Mansoor Rahma Alfalasi joins us on why they’re doing this and what comes next. Plus, Trump is in Beijing meeting Xi for the first time since 2017, the EIU joins us on what to realistically expect. The IEA’s latest oil report is out and Gulf Intelligence breaks down what it means for prices. And Eid is coming, is it staycation or vacation for UAE residents this year? Travel expert Emily Jenkins of DW Travel has the answer.
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13 May 2026. Earning season: ADNOC Distribution on how the petrol station business is holding up, strong results across the board. Presight on being an AI company that’s actually making money. EmSteel on a profitable start to 2026. Plus we meet the new CEO of Emirates Investment Bank, Michel Longhini, in his first studio interview since taking the role.
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12 May 2026. Spinneys, ADNOC Drilling, ADNOC Gas and e7 Group all release their Q1 2026 numbers on The Business Breakfast. We speak to the C-suite of each company on what's driving performance, how the regional situation has affected operations and what the outlook looks like for the rest of the year.
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11 May 2026. Saudi Aramco saw net profit rise 26% in Q1 despite the conflict. Robin Mills of Qamar Energy joins us to explain how the East-West pipeline is keeping oil flowing despite the Strait closure. Plus, two landmark court decisions have just made dispute resolution in Dubai faster and cheaper. Jonathon Davidson, Managing Partner at Davidson and Co Law Firm, breaks down what changed and what it means for businesses right now. The Dubai World Trade Centre road project got a new road this weekend. Ahmed Al Khzaimy, Director of Traffic at the RTA, tells us how it fits into the bigger plan for the city. And Dubai’s homegrown camel collectible sold out instantly, now it’s become chocolate. We find out how Dabubu went from plushy to confectionery brand.
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08 May 2026. Emirates Group and Emirates Airline have both reported record profits and revenues for the financial year ending March 2026, despite the disruption of the conflict. Aviation expert Nick Humphrey joins us to break down the numbers. Plus, DP World is offering war risk insurance, filling a gap for companies unable to get coverage. Insurance expert Sanjay Babur from Cosmos Insurance Brokers joins us on what the market needs right now. Parsons is taking a key role in getting the Dubai Loop started and we speak to their regional infrastructure president Pierre Santoni. Abu Dhabi's $57 billion infrastructure pipeline stays on track despite regional uncertainty. H.E. Mohamed Husain Khalifa Alsuwaidi from ADPIC joins us on which major projects are still moving. And Etihad WE has just signed an AED 1 billion deal to build a new desalination plant in Fujairah. Eng. Mohammed Al Shehhi, CEO of the development and investment arm of EtihadWE, tells us what that means for the Northern Emirates.
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07 May 2026. Reports of a potential US-Iran agreement sent oil prices tumbling and stock markets surging. Matt Stanley from Kpler joins us on what the latest means for energy markets and how businesses are dealing with the volatility. Plus, the Dubai property market is moving fast with viewings up 160%, buyer registrations up 119% and deals up 31% in April versus March. Espace Real Estate's broker of the week tells us what he's seeing on the ground. And Wyndham is launching branded residences at Dubai Islands - mid-scale, affordable and 68 units only. We find out why the affordable end of the market and how affordable!
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06 May 2026. The Emirates Growth Fund (EGF) has launched the National Champions Programme to identify, prepare and lend to UAE manufacturers with the potential to become local and international leaders. CEO Khalifa Al Hajeri joins us on what he’s looking for. Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) on a new car assembly facility and Emirati talent programmes at Make it in the Emirates. G42 company Inception has launched InceptionClaw - an agentic AI super assistant built for enterprises and governments, and we speak to the CEO. And Mercer on when to activate remote work, when to restrict travel and how UAE employers should be making those calls right now.
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05 May 2026. Dubai has announced a two year action plan to bring agentic AI into the private sector through the Dubai Chamber of Commerce. Jessica Constantinidis, Innovation Officer EMEA at ServiceNow, joins us on what that means for businesses on the ground. Plus, Alpha Dhabi reports an 81% surge in net profit with revenue hitting AED 18.8 billion, Derek Nicholson breaks down the numbers. And the Dubai popsicle maker that shipped a million homemade treats to Walmart China tells us how they pulled it off.
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04 May 2026. Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, releases the Q1 earnings exclusively on The Business Breakfast. 18.6 million guests, 32,000 aircraft movements and 213,000 tonnes of cargo kept moving through the most constrained period DXB has ever faced. IATA’s Kashif Khalid on what the full resumption of UAE airspace actually means on the ground. Plus JA Resorts on hotels gearing up for summer, GEMS Founders School on the new academic year and Paradigm Holdings on gold as a strategic asset right now.
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01 May 2026. Two restaurant stories: EatX founder Tom Arnel joins Georgia Tolley at The Guild in ICD Brookfield Place on adjusting their model for more resident repeat visits and what expansion looks like from here. Nando’s is aggressively opening new locations across the UAE in 2026 and the MD tells us why. Plus, luxury retail took a hit during the conflict. We find out what recovery actually looks like and how long it takes. And end of service gratuity is ever changing. More UAE employers are moving toward structured savings solutions and we find out what that means for employees.
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30 Apr 2026. The Fed kept rates on hold and Jay Powell confirmed he's staying on as Governor. Economist Jeanne Walter and Keith Fitz-Gerald break down what it means for the region. Plus Euromonitor on a very different Gulf travel market ahead. Dubai Tourism's Hoor Al Khaja on whether the hospitality sector is seeing the first green shoots of recovery. RAKBank CEO Raheel Ahmed on record profits and careful provisioning. And BlackRock's Ehsan Khoman on what it would take to call a turning point for the regional economy.
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29 Apr 2026. The UAE Energy Minister called it a policy driven evolution aligned with long term market fundamentals. But what does leaving OPEC after more than five decades actually mean for the UAE's oil production and revenues? Matt Stanley and economist Daniel Richards join us with the analysis. Plus, three Primark stores in under two months - we speak to the Vice President of Primark at Alshaya Group ahead of the Mall of the Emirates opening on May 21. Dubai Taxi Company is growing its fleet and we find out why. And luxury restaurants are struggling amid a dip in tourist numbers - but could this conflict actually be the reset the sector needed? We get analysis from the founder of Il Borro and Josette.
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28 Apr 2026. Day 2 of The Business Breakfast broadcasting live from ICD Brookfield Place.
The Arts Club Dubai opened during a pandemic and is still going strong through a conflict. Lulu & The Beanstalk is back to business after six tough weeks - thanks to their loyal customers. Two ICD Brookfield resilience stories told live from the building. Plus, DMCC launches two new Grade A office towers and we ask CEO Ahmed Bin Sulayem what the timing tells us. And Professor Dame Heather McGregor, Provost and Vice Principal Heriot-Watt University on women on boards across the UAE and GCC.
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27 Apr 2026. The Business Breakfast broadcasting live from ICD Brookfiled place this morning - and premium office space is holding firm despite everything, we find out why with the man behind one of the city’s most sought after addresses. Plus, Goldman Sachs warns global oil inventories could hit record lows even if the Strait reopens. Kuwait goes to the bond market and more Gulf states could follow, a bond expert joins us. And Haus & Haus says an overdue property correction is underway in Dubai. Is it a buying opportunity?
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24 Apr 2026. One commercial landlord joins us to talk about what his tenants are asking for and what he's prepared to offer. Plus, Allianz Trade is projecting over 15,000 global business insolvencies because of the crisis - senior economist Lluis Dalmau on how they got to that number. Sustainable aviation fuel is back in the spotlight as oil volatility bites, Karl Feilder joins us. And Dubai Holding backs a homegrown Hatta startup in a show of support for Emirati entrepreneurship.
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24 Apr 2026. One commercial landlord joins us to talk about what his tenants are asking for and what he's prepared to offer. Plus, Allianz Trade is projecting over 15,000 global business insolvencies because of the crisis - senior economist Lluis Dalmau on how they got to that number. Sustainable aviation fuel is back in the spotlight as oil volatility bites, Karl Feilder joins us. And Dubai Holding backs a homegrown Hatta startup in a show of support for Emirati entrepreneurship.
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23 Apr 2026. Commercial Bank of Dubai is out with its Q1 numbers and the CFO joins us to break them down. The IEA is warning of jet fuel shortages in Europe - IATA's regional boss on what that means for routes and travel from here. And schools are back in Dubai, we speak to Espace on whether that's translating into activity in the property market on both the residential and commercial side.
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22 Apr 2026. Dubai is shifting toward a renters market with rents down 12.5% year on year, but office space tells a completely different story, with rents up 14% and occupancy at 95%. Rupert Simmonds from Betterhomes and Matthew Green from CBRE join us with the full picture. Plus, 55 events crammed into H2 and the events and PR industry is bracing for one of the busiest periods it has ever seen. Natalie Crampton from TEC Event Management and Pete Jacob from Current Global discuss how they’re planning for it. And work from park is coming to Dubai! we speak to the people building and operating the outdoor workspace pods.
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21 Apr 2026. Several Dubai hotels have closed for renovation. STR, a hospitality data company, joins us to explain what that means for the city’s room stock and what the sector will look like upon reopening. Plus, JW Marriott Marquis is undergoing its first refurbishment in 13 years while staying fully open - we find out how you pull that off. Ras Al Khaimah has doubled its domestic visitor numbers year on year through the RAK Moments campaign. And Dubai property valuations fell for the first time since 2020, ValuStrat’s head of research joins us with the data.
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20 Apr 2026. The Strait of Hormuz opened on Friday and closed again on Saturday and the impact on oil prices and shipping insurance costs was immediate. We look at what that volatility means on the ground. Plus, the UAE is easing tax penalties and encouraging companies to come forward and fix mistakes, we speak to the FTA directly on how to use this window. And could UAE residents who worked from home abroad during the conflict find themselves liable for tax in another country? We get some legal advice.
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17 Apr 2026. The world's first commercial vertiport is ready next to DXB, with air taxis potentially flying before the end of 2026. We speak to Skyports CEO Duncan Walker. The RTA joins us on 13 kilometres of new road connections reducing journey times by up to 40% across 18 residential areas. Miral Destinations on Yas Island's push to win over UAE residents with all-inclusive offers. And Taj Hotels on resilience, staff welfare and holding the line on service standards during one of the toughest periods the hospitality sector has faced.
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16 Apr 2026. UAE children are returning to classrooms but has the move come fast enough to ease financial pressure on schools? Education consultant Shaun Robison, CEO of BBD Education and GSM Middle East, tells us. Art Dubai is revealing more details of its 20th edition, one of the few major events still going ahead in May amid the conflict. Executive Director Benedetta Ghione on what will feel different this year and how the conflict is shaping it. And Stellantis on a new initiative giving UAE small businesses free access to Jeep, RAM, Peugeot and Citroën vehicles to help them stay operational right now.
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15 Apr 2026. The ceasefire is holding but the legal questions aren't going away. Chris Bailey-Gibbs from Hadef and Partners breaks down what UAE Labour Law actually says about workplace safety and your right to work from home. Plus, the IMF has cut its UAE growth forecast from 5% to 3.1% this year - economist Ed Bell tells us what that actually means. Sobha Realty launches a Dh40 billion waterfront city in Abu Dhabi, and SITA on why record aviation technology investment isn't delivering the results it should.
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14 Apr 2026. Bit of a theme today on trade! Oil prices are swinging as hopes for peace talks jostle with realities on the ground in the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf Intelligence gives us the latest. The ceasefire raised hopes of the Strait reopening but supply chain leaders are still navigating a very uncertain environment and Sam Achampong, Regional Director of CIPS, tells us what that looks like on the ground. As the world waits to see how Iran responds to the new US blockade, we have an exclusive interview with the UN’s International Maritime Organization. And Fadi Ghandour of Wamda Capital on what the crisis is teaching Gulf businesses about resilience.
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13 Apr 2026. Q1 job numbers are up. Economic zone fees are coming down. Dubai property is holding steady. And one UAE company is posting 19 percent revenue growth by staying local. Today on The Business Breakfast we look at what’s keeping the UAE economy moving with Cooper Fitch, DIEZ, Fairmont The Palm, Bayut and more.
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10 Apr 2026. David Cook, CEO of Contractors Direct, discussed a four-way business collaboration making home renovation easier for UAE residents. Harrison Moore, CEO of Vacationer, discussed rising holiday home occupancies and who’s actually staying. Amit Malhotra, Global Head of Retail Banking at ADIB on what the banking sector is doing to support SME cash flow six weeks into the regional uncertainty, And NESR, one of the region’s biggest oilfield services companies, discussed why the MENA energy sector could be on the verge of a major investment surge.
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09 Apr 2026. IATA is warning that even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens and traffic returns to normal, jet fuel prices will take considerably longer to follow. Aviation expert Nick Humphrey joins us to explain why the lag exists and what it means for airlines and passengers in the months ahead. Plus, gold hit record highs during the conflict as investors rushed to safety, so what does that mean for the jewellery sector? We speak to the Dubai Jewellery Group about how the industry is adapting to shifts in visitor patterns right now. And our property pulse with Espace Real Estate - covering what both buyers and sellers are actually seeing on the ground right now.
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08 Apr 2026. How easy (or not) will it be for energy companies to get oil flowing again through the Strait of Hormuz, and what has five and a half weeks of closure actually done to global energy markets? We speak to economist Jeanne Walters and energy expert Matt Stanley. Plus, Union Properties pays its first dividend in 11 years, we speak to the CEO. And the company that drew up a 'conflict plan' in week one tells us how it’s played out
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07 Apr 2026. Majid Al Futtaim has launched Ma’an in partnership with Dubai SME, giving UAE small businesses direct access to Mall of the Emirates, VOX Cinemas and Carrefour. CEO of Majid Al Futtaim Asset Management Khalifa Bin Braik tells us exactly what is on offer and how to get involved. Hotels in Deira are rolling out 'work from hotel' packages and Yann Decaix, Cluster General Manager of the Dubai Gold District and Dubai Deira Cluster of Hotels, tells us how the hospitality sector is reinventing itself to keep locals coming through the door. Dubai Customs on what the deferral of customs clearance fees means for importers, with Nadia Ibrahim AlMaazmi, Director of Legal Affairs. And Standard Chartered discusses where investors should actually be putting their money right now.
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06 Apr 2026. The UAE Minister for Economy and Tourism HE Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri says authorities are in daily contact with the sector and a new tourism support package is coming very soon. He also made clear that a forty day conflict would not determine the future of the UAE economy. Moody’s has reaffirmed the UAE’s Aa2 credit rating and economist Jeanne Walters tells us what that means in practical terms right now. Better Homes on the March performance for the off-plan sector. And visa renewals are holding up but new applications took a hit when the conflict began. Six weeks in, Smart Salem tells us what the numbers are saying about expat confidence in the UAE.
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03 Apr 2026. Dubai has added more fee deferrals to its billion dirham economic support package. Three month deferrals on local services fees, accommodation fees and licence amendment fees are now in play and we break down why it matters and what it is trying to do. Media One on how hotels are getting creative to keep occupancy up and what the hospitality picture looks like on the ground right now. Grandiose on how they are keeping shelves stocked and supply chains stable as regional uncertainty puts pressure on food imports and shipping routes. And it started as a WhatsApp group of 60 chefs. Now 200 strong and pumping real money into Dubai’s independent restaurant scene. Chef Kelvin Cheung, Chef and Partner at Jun’s, tells us the story.
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02 Apr 2026. Dubai announced a billion dirham economic support package. We speak to a hotel owner about what this will actually mean on the ground and for their cash flow. Energy expert Matt Stanley on how the oil market is reacting to President Trump’s address to the nation. Emirates Growth Fund invested 45 million dirhams into Carnistore this week and CEO Khalifa Al Hajeri tells us who might be next. And Dubai South discusses how one of the emirate’s largest urban developments is holding up, after a Dh2 billion residential contract was just signed.
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01 Apr 2026. Fuel prices in the UAE jumped sharply for April. Super and Special are up around 30%, while diesel is up by more than 70%. Energy expert Matt Stanley and economist Ed Bell put the numbers in context and tell us what higher prices mean for the cost of living amid a global energy shock. SMEs across Dubai are rethinking their corporate structures, and Virtuzone explains what businesses are doing to protect themselves and stay flexible. And Christopher Long, Head of Intelligence and Compliance at Neptune P2P Group, discusses how the shipping industry is navigating the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz and what that means for global trade routes.
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31 Mar 2026. The events and conferences industry is adjusting to a very different landscape right now and Mohammed Tayem, CEO of Entourage, tells us how. Emirates Growth Fund has invested 45 million dirhams in Carnistore and we get co-founder Daniel Wanies in to talk us through the timing. AtkinsRealis on how the UAE’s construction sector is keeping projects on track and managing supply chain pressures five weeks into the conflict. And real estate boss Lewis Allsopp has just launched a new business in the ticketing space, seatsy.com.
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30 Mar 2026. Companies are rereading their contracts. Liability and risk around project delays are top of mind right now, one lawyer tells us. Plus, Deal Drive on the shifts in the UAE’s second hand car market and whether fuel volatility is pushing buyers towards EVs. And Cooper Fitch on whether the post-Eid recruitment bounce is happening. Finally, our Exec Reporter Georgia Tolley goes behind the scenes at the FII summit in Miami, where organiser Richard Attias hosted a heavyweight guest list led by President Trump.
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27 Mar 2026. Primark has officially opened its doors in Dubai. We cross live from the store (PJs section!) with Alshaya Group CEO John Hadden. Plus, how supplier payment terms are shifting and what it means for business cash flow, with Sam Achampong of CIPS, and former talabat CEO Tomaso Rodriguez on his new role as chairman of Flyby.
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26 Mar 2026. Dubai’s property sector isn’t blinking despite regional uncertainty. Katralnada Binghatti, CEO and Managing Director of Binghatti Holding, tells us how operations and sales are holding up on the ground. John Lyons of Espace Real Estate takes stock of the broader market and how the conflict is and isn’t shaking things up. And AES International on why now is the time to stay calm and stay strategic with your investments.
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25 Mar 2026. Sarah Brooks, founder of Fikrah HR, shares the advice she’s giving companies as they navigate the current situation. Employment partner Rachel Hill of Addleshaw Goddard talks us through the UAE Unemployment Insurance scheme - what it covers and why every worker should know it. And Dubai Customs joins us on the new Green Corridor, designed to speed up the flow of goods into the UAE through Oman.
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24 Mar 2026. Airlines worldwide are changing routes and raising prices due to rising jet fuel costs. We look at how high ticket prices could go with aviation expert Nick Humphrey. Emirates NBD has also revised its oil forecast - economist Dan Richards breaks down what that means for the UAE economy. Plus, hospitality push through the uncertainty: Andre Gerschel has recently opened Barrafina in DIFC, and Dennis McGettigan joins us on his latest acquisition.
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23 Mar 2026. With salary deductions making headlines, we get the legal reality from Luke Tapp of Pinsent Masons. Regional tensions are driving up shipping, freight, and insurance costs - and it’s landing on your supermarket shelf. The CEO of Choithrams tells us what they’re doing to shield your grocery bill. Friday brunch isn’t dead, it’s just moved! we talk to Leonardo Maltese, Group Executive Sous Chef at Roberto’s Catering Experiences, on how Dubai’s restaurant scene is reinventing hospitality. And this Eid, 73% of UAE residents didn’t travel, but when they did go out, they were choosy. Platinumlist breaks down what that means for the entertainment industry.
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19 Mar 2026. We get the latest on oil markets with Matt Stanley of Kpler. Plus, Careem’s Shaden Khallaf on its Ramadan tip-matching campaign and the impact it’s had, Dubai Autodrome’s CEO on adapting during disruption, and how companies are turning to AI as a resilience tool with Shaffra.
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15 Nov 2024. We go through Etihad's financial results with the Group Chief Executive Officer Antonaldo Neves. Plus, as we celebrate Eid Al Etihad we are on the road across the Emirates, and today we kicked off in Dubai - broadcasting LIVE from Union House, Etihad Museum, the very place where the UAE was founded in 1971. We’re joined by Neel and renowned photographer Ramesh Shukla and talked about the striking new 50-meter portrait at DIFC Gate honouring the UAE’s founding fathers.
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14 Nov 2024. Ted Rafoul of Mercer told Business Breakfast that healthcare and life sciences are seeing the top pay rises. Plus, as work begins on Dubai’s first vertiport for flying taxis, we speak to the CEO of the RTA’s Public Transport Agency - Ahmed Hashem Bahrozyan.
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13 November 2024. The Business Breakfast welcomed His Excellency Ridwaan Jadwat, Australian Ambassador to the UAE, to discuss Australia’s newly signed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the UAE and its impact on trade and bilateral relations. Plus, crossing live to Baku to get the latest on COP29 with journalist Rosanna Lockwood. And, its our ‘Made in the UAE’ series: Brian Johnson, Chairman of Godwin Austen Johnson, a homegrown design firm behind some of the UAE’s most iconic buildings.
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12 Nov 2024. That's after studies showed it can cut rush-hour traffic by 30%. Officials did not give a timeline, but said "The plan aims to balance business productivity and quality of life." Plus, we speak to Talabat CEO Tomaso Rodriguez about the company's upcoming IPO. And, Tanzeed Alam from Earthmatters on the major climate finance challenges at COP29 and how they’ll impact global action.
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11 Nov 2024. We get the details with our market IPO watcher, Sameer Lakhani, Managing Director, Global Capital Partners and the legal part of with Andrew Tarbuck, Partner, Head of Capital Markets, Al Tamimi & Company. Plus, COP29 kicks off today in Baku, energy journalist Amena Bakr discuss what's at stake.
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08 Nov 2024. We talk corporate earnings: the CEO of Spinneys joins us live, while aviation lawyer Nick Humphrey crunches the numbers on Emirates. Plus, as Italy's furniture exports to the UAE hit well over 200 million dollars - we're joined by the Italian Trade Commissioner to the UAE.
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07 Nov 2024. We look at what Trump's presidency means for the global markets, but also for us here in the UAE. We'll also have the latest on the UAEs CEPA trade deal with Australia and Lulu supermarket's heavily oversubscribed IPO. Abu Dhabi food company Agthia – best known for Al Ain water – reported a 24% jump in profit, for the first nine months of this year. Agthia Group CEO, Alan Smith, breaks down their latest results live from Jordan. And, we talk the economics of interiors with one of the world’s leading designers: Kelly Hoppen - star of TV show Dragon’s Den.
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06 Nov 2024. We bring you the latest on our US election broadcast special as it happens. We have a stellar line-up of analysts and commentators including CNN anchor John Defterios who explains what either presidency could mean for trade and tariffs here in the UAE. Plus, we hear from our very own Brandy Scott over in the swing state of Pennsylvania. We also hear from Nikki Brotherson, Democrats Abroad-UAE Chair as well as Joe Beydoun, Chair, Republicans Overseas UAE to find out the mood on the ground. And, we get the latest from Professor Adam Ramey, NYU Abu Dhabi about what a likely Trump presidency could mean for us here in Dubai and the wider Emirates. And, we get word live from Seattle, where we speak to Professor Patrick Schoettmer.
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05 Nov 2024. We speak to Brandy live from Pennsylvania – fresh from a Trump rally – now muscling her way into Kamala’s final public speech. And, with hours to go until the US election, economist Scott Livermore has been crunching the numbers on what Trump – or Harris – means for the UAE. Plus, starting salaries for professional roles are down in the UAE - we find out why with Gareth El Mettouri of Robert Half. And, as part of our new series called "Welcome to the neighborhood" in partnership with Raw Coffee - we're speaking to new residents who've recently moved and look at their plans for business growth here.
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04 Nov 2024. As the US election draws closer - we speak to our very own Brandy Scott who's been at one of Donald Trump's rally's in Pennsylvania. Plus, we speak to office real estate broker Toby Hall – he left Dubai for the bright lights of London, but has boomeranged back to Dubai. And, we find out about the region's first electric mobility experience centre here in Dubai with Kevin Chalhoub of EV lab. And, we're also remembering the late Colm McLoughlin, the visionary force behind Dubai Duty Free.
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01 Nov 2024. We look back on the life and career of Colm McLoughlin, the man who built Dubai Duty Free into a $2 billion global icon. Former colleagues Gerald Lawless and Dave Cattanach. Plus, it’s the ultimate showcase of luxury on the water! The Pre-Owned Boat Show is back at Dubai Creek Marina, Abdulla Ali Al Noon - Director - Special Projects, Dubai Golf revealed the must-see vessels and insider details on this year’s event.
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31 Oct 2024. We talk Diwali-nomics with Andrew Naylor from the World Gold Council as global gold demand surges - why are investors flocking to gold while jewellery demand drops? And we checked whats happening on Gold Souq with Chandu Siroya, Managing Director, Siroya Jewellers & Vice Chairman of Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group. Plus, we discuss the stability of property prices and rents in Dubai, as well as the potential impact of a Trump/Harris White House on interest rates with John Lyons, Managing Director of Espace Real Estate.
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30 Oct 2024. What does it mean for the economy? We ask Daniel Richards, MENA Economist at Emirates NBD. Plus, we broadcast live from the Coca-Cola Arena for the Binance Blockchain Week - we talk all things crypto: Binance CEO Richard Teng joined us live and Dubai blockchain guru Saqr Ereiqat. And, PwC Middle East teams up with OpenAI—what’s next for AI innovation in the region? We’ll get insights from Stephen Anderson of PwC.
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29 Oct 2024. We get the latest on the UAE and Vietnam's Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, or CEPA. Plus, as oil prices plunge following Israel's attack on Iran we look at what's happening in the markets with oil expert Matt Stanley. And, it's BeautyWorld - as fragrance houses gather in Dubai to showcase their latest products we speak to one local perfumer, Ajmal Perfumes. And, as Erik Ten Hag finally gets the sack as Manchester United manager following a run of poor results, we speak to sports business consultant, Marc Archer.
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28 Oct 2024. We talk to the CEO of NMDC Group about their earnings and discuss the latest Lulu IPO price range. Plus, we speak to Pierfrancesco Carino, VP International Sales, ITA Airways about its first flight to the UAE. We also look at the demand for RAK hotels with RAK hospitality. And, we speak to author Dan Pink, who’s had SEVEN business books on the New York Times bestseller list – and one of the most-watched TED Talks of all time.
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With new numbers showing just how much aviation contributes to Dubai's GDP - we speak to airports boss Paul Griffiths. Plus, on the back of that monster Tesla rally, analyst Monte Saffediene crunches the numbers on Elon and the rest of the Magnificent 7. And, on our last day broadcasting from Dubai CommerCity we speak to one of their residents who would like to sell you a pre-loved designer handbag - Luxury Promise.
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Majid Al Futtaim is bringing parking from Parkin into its malls - we get the details with Khalifa Bin Braik, CEO at Majid Al Futtaim Asset Management. Plus, as Gold trades close to record highs, veteran gold trader Jeff Rhodes joins us live. And, Knight Frank expects Riyadh's population to increase by nearly 40% by 2030. What will that mean for the city's real estate? We speak to economist Dr Chris Payne.
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Economist Daniel Richards joins us live with a tale of two summits: IMF in Washington and BRICS in Russia. We also speak to the woman behind a real estate startup that has just raised 10 million in seed funding - Amira Sajwani.
And, we're buying more affordable homes, says Valustrat but has what you’re getting for your money changed? We speak to their head of research Haider Tuami. Plus, as Goldman Sachs warns that US stock markets are set for a slowdown, veteran investor Gary Dugan reveals his long-term strategy.
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We have the latest on the BRICS Summit in Russia today where UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed will meet with several world leaders - China’s Xi Xinping and India’s Narendra Modi are among the delegates. We also speak to the CEO of Lulu Retail about the hypermarket group's hotly anticipated IPO. And, we get the inside story on our home for the week, with Faisal Jassem of Dubai CommerCity. Plus, we’re talking Cypto as bitcoin hit a three-month high in early Asia trading on Monday.
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We cross live to Washington DC, with Economist Rudolph Loymeyer - he explains why Dubai has FALLEN in a ranking of the world’s top cities. Plus, we speak to Sameer Lakhani about the upcoming LuLu IPO. And, as sales transactions hit record highs in Dubai’s property market - we speak to Zhann Jochinke of Property Monitor.
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18 Oct 2024. As ECB cuts rates for the third time, we look at whether the inflation genie is back in the bottle with Ed Bell of Emirates NBD. We also speak to serial entrepreneur Donna Benton of the Entertainer on being a good negotiator and whether an IPO could be on the horizon. Plus, it's Gitex - we find out how virtual reality headsets are changing Dubai's property landscape. And, we find out how Microsoft and its partners are set to contribute over 74 billion-dollars to the UAE economy with market intelligence firm - IDC.
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17 Oct 2024. It's Gitex and we're looking at Dubai's booming demand for businesses to buy and rent robots. We also speak to Abhi CEO Omar Ansari about their new round of credit funding. Plus, we get a sneak peak at the next phase of AI with the CEO of Google-spinout, SandboxAQ. And, we speak to the guys from Espace Real Estate about what their Q3 numbers tell us about Dubai's property market.
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16 Oct 2024. Abu Dhabi has confirmed plans for a ‘Sphere’ music venue. It’s signed a deal with the company that owns the $2 billion Las Vegas Sphere, which opened in 2022 with a residency by U2. We'll discuss that and what it means for the UAE. Plus, it's Gitex week and we've been speaking to a small army of CEO's this morning including Abu Dhabi tech heavyweight - the CEO of AI firm Presight, Thomas Pramotedham. As well as Richard Waind, CEO, Betterhomes who reveals their latest price record for a rental property in Dubai. We also talk aviation with the COO of Emirates: Adel Al Redha on Boeing delays, record profit margins, and lessons from the April floods.
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15 Oct 2024. We speak to Director of Roads at the RTA, Hamad Al Shehhi – who reveals details about their latest plan for Trade Centre roundabout which aims to ease the congestion. Plus, as Dubai's housing boom turns into a renovation boom, we speak to contractors direct about the business of getting things done. And, we're looking at the chemical industry and how it can achieve a net-zero future with the 'Global Impact Coalition'.
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14 Oct 2024. DP World’s GBP1 billion investment in the UK seems to be going ahead. So, how important economically is the UK as a destination for UAE investment? On the first day of Gitex, we speak to Microsoft about its billion dollar investment in G42 and their plan to work on 'responsible AI'. Plus, Boeing is set to axe their workforce by cutting 17,000 jobs as well as delaying production - we find out what it means for us here in the UAE with aviation expert, Ajay Awataney. And, as Tata Trusts appoints their new chairperson following the death of Tycoon Ratan Tata, we look at new laws for family businesses here in the UAE.
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11 Oct 2024. We have the latest from Elon Musks robot taxi launch event in California where he has also unveiled human-sized robots called "Optimus robot". We also speak to Trefor Murphy the boss of Cooper Fitch - he has been measuring job creation in the UAE and Saudi. Plus, we speak to Dr Saeeda Jaffar of Visa to get her take on the new move by the UAE to get more women on boards. And, we preview the UAE sporting season, with music acts like Stormzy getting top billing alongside golfers such as Rory McLlroy.
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10 Oct 2024. We discuss Dubai’s new strategy that would see 90 per cent of all transactions be cashless by 2026. We also look at ticket prices on the back of our discussion about air fares and profits yesterday - industry body IATA breaks it down for us. Plus, as the US government seeks the break-up of the world’s biggest search engine, Google, we speak to UAE law firm Afridi & Angell. And, we speak to the new Dubai boss of Binance, the world’s biggest crypto exchange: Stephanie Emile.
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09 Oct 2024. We've got the latest on the UAE federal budget and what it means for Dubai. We also speak to online travel shop Wego about why travel prices have surged for winter holidays and if there's any way to get around it. Plus, we speak to Sovereign Wealth guru Diego Lopez about Abu Dhabi’s rainy-day fund: all $1.7 trillion of it. And, we speak to Etihad Airways as they plan to double their fleet by 2030.
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08 Oct 2024. As Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai unveils a project to boost the country's agriculture sector and help address food security issues, we speak to Mark Tester, Professor at KAUST + co-founder of Red Sea Farms LLC. Plus, as startups in the UAE see a boom in early stage investment, we speak to Philip Bahoshy of research firm Magnitt. And, we speak to the boss of one of fastest growing low-cost airlines in the Middle East - Steven Greenway, CEO, flyadeal.
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07 Oct 2024. We speak to the man who makes Mounjaro, Ilya Yuffa, President of Eli Lilly’s global operations, who explains why the UAE is such an important market for weight-loss drugs, partly due to the high rate of diabetes and obesity. Plus, as Taaleem sees enrolment in their schools increase by 33%, we speak to CEO Alan Williamson about their expansion plans and what it means for education in the UAE. And, as the UAE offers tax breaks to crypto traders and money managers, we ask tax expert Thomas Vanhee: what about the rest of us?
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04 Oct 2024. Flying taxis in Dubai moved a step closer, after Parkin signed a deal with European company Skyports to build take-off and landing zones. We speak to the man building the take-off and landing zones in Dubai - Daniel O’Neil of Skyports. Plus, it's Zurich's Blue Sofa on the Business Breakfast with the Director of Urban Planning at Dubai Development Authority - Ahmed Bukhash, we discuss about the city's physical development. And, OpenAI secures a massive $6.6 billion investment, potentially boosting its value to $157 billion. We’ll explore how this positions them among the world’s top private companies with Sachin Dev Duggal, Founder & Chief Wizard, Builder.ai.
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03 Oct 2024. That's according to the latest S&P Purchasing Managers Index, with a reading of 53.8. We crunch those numbers with economist, Ed Bell of Emirates NBD. Plus, with travel disruption across the region, we speak to aviation expert Vinamra Longani about the logistics and costs of cancelled flights. And, there's a massive port workers strike in the US - what could that mean for us? We speak to the editor of Ship and Bunker.
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02 Oct 2024. As oil jumps several dollars following a sharp escalation in regional conflict - we have analysis from Ed Bell of Emirates NBD. We also speak to the man who’s just raised Dhs700 million, by selling an office block in Dubai Internet City - the CEO of Emirates REIT joins us live. Plus, as part of our new "Made in the UAE" series we hear from one scientist who is keen to manufacture here in Dubai and why. And, Dubai's first ever Chipotle opens today - we speak to AlShaya Group CEO, John Hadden.
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01 Oct 2024. On the back of our petrol price drop, we find out more about what shapes fuel pricing with oil economist Paul Hickin, live from Fujairah and Ed Bell, Senior Director, Emirates NBD. Plus, as global car makers issue a series of warnings of slow sales - we speak to Sebastian Fuchs, Managing Director, AutoData Middle East. We also speak to the CEO of ADNH Catering, as they announce plans for an Abu Dhabi IPO. And, on international coffee day we kick off our new series of interviews - from the lounge at Raw Coffee.
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30 Sept 2024. We preview tonight’s petrol price decision with oil expert Matt Stanley. Will lower crude prices make it cheaper to fill up YOUR car? And ADNH catering is set to offer 40% of shares in IPO - we get the latest with IPO watcher Sameer Lakhani. We also speak to the CEO of IKEA - how much more INGATORP could see in this region? Plus, we speak to Matthew White, CEO, VARA about their new marketing regulations. And, we speak to PWC about how AI is changing the legal industry.
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27 Sept 2024. We cross live to Wellington to discuss the UAE- NEW Zealand CEPA that's just been agreed with New Zealand Trade Minister Todd McClay. Plus, as Abu Dhabi's hotels hike prices by 375% for the Coldplay concert - we'll ask a hotelier if it's fair! And, we talk the economics of cricket, with West Indies batting legend Richie Richardson.
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26 Sept 2024. We look at why Dubai agri-farmer Sky Kurtz wants another hundred thousand dollars and whether going public could be on the horizon. We also catch up with PR supremo Sunil John about his new gig. Plus, we look at the office rental market with the team from Knight Frank - we find out what occupiers are looking for and what they're willing to pay for it.
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25 Sept 2024. President Mohamed meets the CEOs of Microsoft and Nvidia on his America trip - we cross live to Washington, for the latest on that US visit, with Afshin Molavi of Johns Hopkins University. And, we talk lanyard-nomics - asking an event organiser and a badge producer why we're still hanging a piece of paper in plastic round our necks in 2024. We also speak to the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism about their latest collab with Amazon. And, we continue our ‘Made in the UAE’ series with a man who runs a chocolate factory in Dubai. Martin van Almsick of Al Nassma camel milk chocolate joins us in studio.
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24 Sept 2024. We look into the 10 billion dirham expansion plan that has been approved for the Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai -- which will ultimately make it the largest indoor exhibition space in the region with Natalie Crampton of TEC. We're also checking on the falling interest rate environment with Faisal Hasan of Al Mal Capital. And Sean Evers of Gulf Intelligence is helping us dig into the Oil prices increase on Monday.
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23 Sep 2024. We look at the visit of Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the United States and the AI collaboration between the two nations as we chat with Sammy Bousaba, Chairman of AmCham Dubai. Plus the expert who coined the term presenteeism, Sir Cary Cooper of University of Manchester explains why he finds employers who expects staff back in the office as dinosaurs. And find out why more and more Dubai residents are opting to buy a property.
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20 Sep 2024. The iPhone 16 goes on sale today, amid reports of weak demand, but shares fell Monday after a closely followed analyst warned that demand has been lower than expected. Is this a sign that the AI software just isn't ready? Tech analyst Richard Windsor joins us live. Plus, we look at whether some of this week's joint ventures and new companies actually herald IPOs. That's with market watcher Samer Lakhani. And, we discuss the UAE's move to ensure women sit on the boards of joint-stock companies with Dame Heather MacGregor.
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19 Sep 2024. As the Fed – and UAE Central Bank – cut rates by half a percent, we find out what that big rate cut means for the UAE and what happens next with investor Keith Fitzgerald live from Seattle. We also look at what it means for Dubai property with John Lyons of Espace Real Estate. Plus, as Naomi Campbell moves into Dubai Hills Business Park, we look at how the office map is shifting with Bayti Real Estate.
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18 Sep 2024. As Amazon orders workers back to the office five days a week, we dissect the pros and cons with Polly Williams of TishTash and John Butterworth of 10k Solutions. We also speak to recruitment boss David Mackenzie about what this means for talent attraction. Plus, as part of a new series we're looking at companies that make things right here in the UAE and we're kicking off with The Camel Soap Factory.
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17 Sep 2024. We discuss the UAE's new investment campaign with actor Idris Elba and whether we could see a Lulu IPO launch by the end of next month. We also speak to the investor known as ‘Britain’s Warren Buffet’. Terry Smith manages 37 billion pounds and he’s just launched in Dubai. Plus, Oman has big IPO plans - including what could be the biggest energy offering of the year. And, we speak to Oman investment expert Loai Bataineh. And, we speak to the insurance company boss offering car insurance for flood damage – even for third-party drivers.
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16 Sep 2024. Gold has set a new record- what's driving it and what impact will the Fed have this week? Dan Richards of Emirates NBD explains. Plus, Boeing workers are striking after rejecting a 25% pay rise- we speak to legal plane spotter Nick Humphrey about what this could mean for the end user. And, if you're looking to travel this holiday season, you might want to start planning now according to the chief business officer of Wego, Mamoun Hmidan. Finally, as the UAE gets more diverse education options, we speak to the woman opening the first Chinese early childhood centre.
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13 Sep 2024. Big focus on EVs! We're hearing rumours of rising car insurance premiums, especially for EV's, we speak to Avinash Babur, CEO and Founder, InsuranceMarket.ae. Plus, shift gears with Sebastian Fuchs, Managing Director of Aut4oData Middle East, to discuss the electrifying 250% rise in EVs and the rapid growth of Chinese car brands in the region. And, we talk about the shift toward investing in local community healthcare with Claire Westbrook-Keir, General Manager of Aspen Medical, as they roll out six new clinics in areas of the UAE.
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12 Sep 2024. We look at what's putting oil prices under pressure with oil broker Matt Stanley live from Singapore at APPEC 2024. And, as our IPO train continues to chug on, we ask market watcher Sameer Lakhani how retail investors decide which offerings to get involved in. Plus, as NMDC Energy begins trading on ADX we speak to NMDC Energy CEO, Ahmed Al Dhaheri, as shares surge. We also speak to Abu Dhabi based artificial intelligence and cloud company, G42, as it launches its Hindi large language model.
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11 Sep 2024. It's presidential debate day- we cross live to the US to get analysis on the Donald Trump, Kamala Harris debate and what plans they each have for the economy. Plus, a new Valustrat report shows something interesting happening to the size of the homes we're buying - we speak to head of research Haider Tuaimi. And, we speak to Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, DMCC as they have opened a new Artificial Intelligence Centre in the heart of the freezone.
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10 Sep 2024. We look at Apple's big product launch, including the latest iPhone, with Abbas Jaffar Ali, Managing Director at Tbreak Media. Plus, the UAE economy grew just under 3 and a half per cent in Q1, we discuss the new numbers with economist Khatija Haque. And we discuss the US government's case against Google's ad tech monopoly and what it could mean for big tech, with Raymond Kisswamy, Partner at Davidson & Co and Head of International Trade, Digital Assets, and Start-ups.
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09 Sep 2024. As the US gets ready for its first presidential debate, we look at what the latest jobs numbers mean for candidates with Hart Hodges of Western Washington University. We also speak to Mohamad Al Bahar, Head of Business Management, at Wasl who explains the importance of designing self-contained communities equipped with amenities that residents need, with projects tailored for various income levels. And, we look at where Dubai and Abu Dhabi feature on a list of the world's most transparent real estate markets with regional JLL CEO James Allan.
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06 Sep 2024. We speak to the regional boss of Nissan, Thierry Sabbagh, about the launch of the new Nissan Patrol, why it's integral to the UAE and how long it could take to get one. Plus, we find out about the UAEs nationwide action plan aimed at combatting terrorism financing and money laundering. And, ahead of the Emirates Dubai 7s, we catch up with not one but two Rugby legends - Will Greenwood MBE and Matt Giteau.
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05 Sep 2024. We get the latest on the broad US stock market sell off with veteran banker Gary Dugan. Plus, we speak to Radisson Hotel Group about what they expect to see in the busy four months until the end of the year, that's after a reported growth in H1 2024 with over 130 new hotel signings and openings across its global portfolio. And, energy analyst Amena Bakr joins us live, amid reports that OPEC is considering a U-turn on oil output amid falling prices.
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04 Sep 2024. We get analysis on that stock plunge with Monte Safieddine, Market Analyst, IG. Plus, reaction to the overnight oil price drop with Matt Stanley Head of Market Engagement, EMEA & APA, Kpler and Ed Bell, Chief Economist, Emirates NBD. And, as the demand of PA's and EA's sky rockets, we speak to Tracey Irwin, Founder & Managing Director, Irwin & Dow. We also speak to Megha Merani, Senior Editor, AGBI about India’s trade with the GCC which has fallen in the last year.
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03 Sep 2024. Sick of cold callers? We've got a lawyer to answer your questions on the new telemarketing rules, what can you do, what can't you do, and how can you stop them. That's with the team from Norton Rose Fulbright. Plus, we look at what Bahrain's new income tax could mean for the region - and UAE companies - with tax expert Shiv Mahalingham. And, we speak to the king of luxury, Chalhoub Group President Patrick Chalhoub about what's in store for retail during the winter months.
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02 Sep 2024. We've got the latest on UAE Petrol prices with economist Ed Bell from Emirates NBD. And, winter is coming - we talk to Hazel Jackson, CEO, Biz Group about what to expect in the busy four months until the end of the year. Plus, as the management consulting bandwagon rolls back into action post-summer, Dr Noah Rafford looks at the good, the bad and the ugly of consulting. We also talk cold-calling with haus&haus- when is it OK to call, what are the right ways of going about it and how do you avoid penalties?
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30 Aug 2024. The UAE has launched an SMS hotline to report rogue cold callers - with fines of up to Dh150,000 for companies that break the rules. We speak to H.E. Safeya Al Safi, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for Control and Commercial Governance Sector, Ministry of Economy. Plus, we look at NMDC Energy and Talabat IPO with market watcher Mohammed Ali Yasin. And we get reaction to Kamala Harris CNN interview with professor Adam Ramey of NYU Abu Dhabi.
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29 Aug 2024. Salik has upped its earnings outlook ahead of two new toll gates set to go live before the end of November. It now expects to see 2024 revenue rise by as much as 8 per cent. Salik CEO Ibrahim Al Haddad has told the Business Breakfast. Plus, Nvidia profit jumps 151% as the AI boom continues. We speak to market analyst Josh Gilbert of eToro. And, we continue our 'Winter is Coming' feature with His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for the Middle East and Pakistan, and Consul General to Dubai and the Northern Emirates, Oliver Christian. Discussing trade figures, opportunities for investors in the UAE, and the busy season ahead.
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28 Aug 2024. It's concert-nomics as the British rock legends have announced a 2025 reunion tour. We discuss the big news and the economic benefits of events like this with Thomas Ovesen, CEO of All Things Live Middle East. Plus, Majid Al Futtaim’s H1 2024 results shows revenue drop 6%. We discuss the result and check the current retail market with Matthew Green, Head of Research at CBRE MENA. And, continuing our Winter is coming series - looking at what's in store for the rest of the year for funding tech startups with PK Gulati.
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27 Aug 2024. We continue our “Winter is Coming” series with one of Dubai’s most high-profile and high-earning broker, Firas Al Masadi, Founder and CEO, fäm Properties. Plus, back to School week continues, we find out how Careem is taking on the school bus business with the GM of Careem Rides. And, as Pavel Durov spends another night in a French jail, UAE media analyst Richard Windsor explains why Emmanuel Macron and Elon Musk are speaking out.
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26 Aug 2024. Exclusive interview with CEOs of the country’s biggest operators: Dino Varkey of GEMS and Alan Williamson of Taaleem. Plus, higher education twist: the head of American University of Sharjah joins us live. And, Emirates Transport about what the growth of the city - both in geography and people - means for the school bus business.
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23 Aug 2024. We cross live to Jackson Hole ahead of Jay Powell's speech to find out what the economists are listening for. Plus, a new report from PWC suggests tens of billions of dollars of liquidity is stuck in the balance sheets of the region's listed companies - we'll find out more with Mo Farzadi, Business Restructuring Services Leader at PwC Middle East. And, talking the Dubai Dream with Brands for Less about their deal with TJ Maxx.
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22 Aug 2024. The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) - the regulatory authority for Abu Dhabi’s real estate sector, has officially launched the emirate’s first residential rental index to enhance market transparency. We find out why they need a rental index now with one capital-based real estate agent, Andrew Covill. Plus, on board with aviation expert Nick Humphrey, to discuss the latest stories taking flight in the industry. And, looking at the summer figure results and what the much anticipated first cut to interest rates by the Fed mean to real estate market with Espace Real Estate.
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21 Aug 2024. That's according to Dino Varkey, Group CEO, GEMS Education. We get the reaction of education expert James Mullen, Managing Director, Which Media, Co-founder SchoolsCompared & WhichSchoolAdvisor. Plus, it's a summer of sport, and therefore a summer of sponsorship, we speak to one trademark and IP expert, Mark Delaney. And, we discuss how the right to switch off from work could boost productivity and economic growth, with insights from Organizational Psychologist Nathalie Spree.
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20 Aug 2024. We find out where the money is coming from with Dr Christopher Payne of Knight Frank. Plus, would you sign up for ‘All you can fly’ unlimited flights for an annual fee? What’s not to like right? We hear from the boss of airline behind it - Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. And, InterContinental Dubai Festival City's revamped events centre aims to make the UAE a global MICE hub. Pranav Vohra from IHG Hotels tells us more.
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19 Aug 2024. Gold tops $2,500 for the first time as global stock markets extend rebound rally. We find out how high could it go with our gold expert, Jeff Rhodes. Plus, we cross to the US to check in on the latest in Kamala-nomics as the DNC gets ready to kick off today. And, we discuss what the record-breaking success of Disney’s ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ mean for the entertainment industry with the Media & Entertainment Sector Leader at Strategy&, Karim Sarkis.
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16 Aug 2024. Will the end of the summer see a surge in people unhappily back in the office looking for new jobs? We asked recruiter Zachary Beckett, Business & Talent Partner at Professional Pyramid. Plus, shipping container homes, yes its a thing! We find out how they are becoming a real thing in Dubai with Jamal Wick, Co-Founder and CEO of Bespoke Modular Solutions. And Dubai's DP World H1 net profit drops on Red Sea troubles. More details with Capt. Zarir S. Irani, Managing Director, Constellation Marine Services.
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15 Aug 2024. Over half would reject or rethink a job offer based on the company’s boss, we speak to the company behind that research, Robert Walters. Plus, insurance company Watania International Holding swung back into profit in H1, from a loss the year before - despite the April rains. CEO Gautam Datta joins us live. And, we discuss the UAE’s latest federal decree on domestic workers and the emerging trend of ‘hush vacations’ in remote work with employment lawyer, Michael Chattle, Pinsent Masons.
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14 Aug 2024. We look at what we've learned from the first half year's numbers here in the UAE with market lawyer Andrew Tarbuck. Plus, look at the pipeline of IPOs that will join them with Gregory Hughes, EY MENA IPO Leader. And, it's Pakistan's 77th Independence Day! We look at the current status and persistent economic challenges with economist Dr. Vaqar Ahmed.
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13 Aug 2024. Employers who hire workers without a proper permit, or bring them into the country without a proper job, could face fines of up to a million dirhams, employment lawyer Lucy Melville unpicks the new UAE Labour Law. Plus, looking at OPEC's unusual move of lowering its demand forecast with energy expert Matt Stanley. And, we speak to printing company E7 about its H1 numbers.
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Dubai property sales set a new July record last month - nearly 13 per cent higher than the month before, according to a new report from Property Monitor. We look at that summer record with Zhann Johincke, COO, Property Monitor & Director of Market Intelligence & Research at Cavendish Maxwell. Plus, we look at ADNOC Gas half-year results as they drop with finance chief Peter van Driel. And, with Cafu's expansion into RAK, we look at just how far the fuel fairy can fly with chief business officer Alaa El Huni.
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09 Aug 2024. It's all about earnings season. We speak to Etihad boss Antonoaldo Neves on their 48% increase in profit after tax - where's that growth coming from? Plus, the CEO of Spinneys joins us live in studio to discuss record revenue at the supermarket chain. And, as travel insurance demand surges 182% in UAE we speak to PolicyBazaar.ae about what's driving the increase.
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08 Aug 2024. Dubai is launching a 4-day-week trial for government staff - could it be good for productivity? We get the thoughts of HR expert Amanda White. Plus, we talk the finance of food with the CEO of Abu Dhabi’s Agthia: how are they seeing double-digit growth, while global rivals like Kraft-Heinz struggle? And as an uneasy calm returns to global markets after days of sharp falls, we speak to Monte Safieddine, Market Analyst, IG. And, we speak to Espace Real Estate: have they seen a summer boom yet?
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07 Aug 2024.Dubai International Airport welcomed a record number of guests in the first half of the year - just under 45 million, 8 per cent more than the year before - while the number of flights rose by just over 7 per cent. We speak to the boss of DXB Airports to crunch those numbers. Plus, more earnings report, Thomas Pramotedham, CEO of Presight about their first half result. And, we look at this week’s market mayhem and the surprise pick of Tim Walz as Democratic running mate with CNN New York anchor Julia Chatterley.
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06 Aug 2024. We get the latest on the global stock sell-off, with the team from Dubai-based fund manager Aditum and Assistant Professor of Economics at Seattle University, Vladimir Dashkeev. Plus, ADNOC Drilling Delivers All-Time-Record Second Quarter Results, we speak to CFO Youssef Salem about those record results.
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05 Aug 2024. A global stock sell-off deepened on Friday, we got tips on where you can invest with veteran investor Gary Dugan. Plus, We talk travel visas, with the local head of visa processing giant VFS. And, the number of rental contracts registered in Abu Dhabi more than doubled in the first half of the year, new figures show. Real estate boss Andrew Covill of Henry Wiltshire joins us live.
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02 Aug 2024.We discuss Gen Z's 'buy everything, own nothing' mindset with Spencer Lodge, Chairman of the Blue Sky Thinking Group and podcast host. Plus, we talk electric vehicles! Uber strikes a deal to buy 100,000 electric taxis, the head of Al Futtaim Motors EV division joins us live in studio. And we speak to the CEO of Abu Dhabi’s Fertiglobe, who told BB that green hydrogen projects are economically sound – and not ‘greenwashing’.
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01 Aug 2024. What does that rate decision mean for us here in the UAE? Economist Daniel Richards explains. We also get reaction to those Meta earnings with analyst Jessica Amir – and a preview of Apple and Amazon numbers tonight. Plus, we speak to Qamar Energy about that fuel price increase for August. And, as Dubai leads the global prime residential market in rental values, we speak to Savills Middle East.
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31 Jul 2024. Rashid Al Ansari, Group Chief Executive, Al Ansari Financial Service explains what that takeover means for the company – and for people sending money home. We also cross live to Seattle – home of Microsoft – for reaction to those earnings, with investor Keith FitzGerald. And we speak to Andrew Naylor of The World Gold Council about the rise in demand for gold.
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30 Jul 2024. We go straight to the source on that RAKBank story with CEO Raheel Ahmed who joins us live in studio. Plus, we get the inside story of Dubai’s 9% jump in tourists with Hoor Alkhaja from Dubai Tourism headquarters. And, we talk to one fitness hotel that's taking wellness tech to the next level.
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29 Jul 2024. We explore the economics of ageing, as a new report warns of rising strokes and heart disease with insurance broker Stephen Maclaren and Dr Howard Podolsky. Plus, Donald Trump has promised a national crypto reserve dubbed ‘Bitcoin Fort Knox’- we find out more with Marc Seal, CEO, Sortium who was at the event when it was announced.
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26 Jul 2024. We speak to the Senior Vice President of Brands/Sports at GMG, Mohammed Bodiat about the summer trends and find out if theres any impact from the Olympics.Plus, we dive into automotive industry as shares continue to hit hard by fierce competition from Chinese electric cars with Glenn Harwood of AlgoDriven.
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25 Jul 2024. We discuss the potential cyber threats facing the Olympic Games Paris 2024 and how organizers and third-party vendors can stay vigilant with the expert from Palo Alto Networks. Plus, we get the inside story on that rising profit at Commercial Bank of Dubai finance chief Darren Clark. And we look at the growth and supply crunch in Dubai’s office market with Ben Bargh of CRC Properties.
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24 Jul 2024. That's what a top professor at the University of Pennsylvania has told Business Breakfast. Dr Matt Killingsworth said both millionaires and billionaires are significantly happier, even than people earning $500,000 a year. Plus, we get the details on the latest Dubai Q1 GDP with senior economist Khatija Haque. And, cyber insurance can cover system outage! We look at what you can do and how you can claim with MD & Cyber Practice Leader, Simon Bell.
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We speak to Adam Wynne from Knight Frank about the booming industrial demand in Dubai. Plus, CEO of du Fahad al Hassawi on the rapid rise in profit – but a surprise slowdown in mobile growth. And, the Olympics may be days away, but the lawsuits have started early! Energy drink Prime is in the dock, we speak to lawyer Jon Parker of Gowling WLG
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22 Jul 2024. We get reaction to Joe Biden’s decision to leave the race for a second term as President, including Professor Patrick Schoettmer of Seattle University. Plus, businesses and services around the world are slowly recovering after a massive IT outage affected computer systems for hours on Thursday and Friday. We speak to IT expert Amir Kolahzadeh, Founder & CEO, IT Sec. And, we look at the knock-on effects for the aviation sector from this weekends CrowdStrike outage with legal plane spotter Nick Humphrey.
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19 Jul 2024. We speak to the Dubai Land Department who has issued a stark warning to real estate brokers: the crackdown will continue on agents and brokers who break the rules through false advertising and cold-calling. Plus Amanat are to IPO their education business - we find out more Mohammed Ali Yasin - The Oracle Financial Consultancy and Investments. And we cross live to Daniel Lam of Standard Chartered in Hong Kong, for reaction to this week’s big economic gathering of Chinese leaders known as the “third plenum”.
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18 Jul 2024. We're joined by one of our favourite economists – Andrew Scott of London Business School: his new book says we'll live to be 100 years old - and that will cause a radical economic shake-up. Plus, we look at the rise in demand for Chinese cars in Dubai with Al Habtoor Motors. And with investment scams on the rise, how can you spot a bogus investment?
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Bitcoin surged on Monday after an assassination attempt on Donald Trump, we find the reason behind it with crypto expert Saqr Ereiqat, Partner, TradeDog Group. Plus, we ask the Chief Investment Officer of Standard Chartered what another Trump Presidency - with his new anti-china pro-tarif running mate - might mean for investors. And, Tim Hortons has just opened its 300th Middle East store - we look at how much more branded coffee the region can drink.
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16 Jul 2024. We speak to Shorooq Partners live in studio about their recent 37million-dollar Climatetech investment into a company using mineralisation technology to elimate CO2 safely, permanently and at scale. Plus, can gold sustain the rally that’s seen it climb 17% this year? Veteran gold expert Jeff Rhodes joins us with his outlook. And we speak to Etihad Guest as we take a look at their loyalty programme.
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15 Jul 2024. We cross to both the Republican Convention in Milwakee and also to Seattle for live updates after the attempt to shoot Donald Trump - and what it means for the US election and economy. And as Dubai Mall breaks yet another visitor record, we ask retail expert David Macadam: are smaller malls being left behind?
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12 Jul 2024. We've got the latest on the exodus of European tech talent to the Gulf, with two recruitment experts: global giant Hays, and Dubai-based Cooper Fitch. Plus, coffee futures are at an 18 month high - we ask Matt Toogood of Raw Coffee what that means for our almond milk cortados. And, we get reading recommendations from our final batch of business leaders in the Business Breakfast Summer Bookclub.
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11 Jul 2024. Tom Harvey is about to launch a new season of Spinneys Got Talent - we'll find out more about their incubator. Plus, we speak to the man behind the plan for the Green Spine superhighway that has got everyone talking. And we also chat to the star of Dubai Hustle about the realities of being a real estate agent in a hot market.
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10 Jul 2024. We look at what a potential Omani income tax could mean for the rest of the Gulf - speaking to tax expert Thomas Vanhee, Founding Partner, Aurifer. And what can the corporate world learn from sports franchises when it comes to sustainability? 1.5 Degrees Sport CEO, Sean Morris, joins us live. Plus, our summer book club series continues: what are business leaders across the UAE reading this summer?
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09 Jul 2024. We speak to Knight Frank about the number of homes available for sale in Dubai falling by nearly a quarter over the last year, with the amount of prime homes listed falling by nearly half. And as funding levels plateau in all markets bar the MENA region - we speak to Philip Bahoshy, Founder and CEO, MAGNiTT. Plus, with the yen at a 34 year low against the dollar, we speak to the Japan National Tourism Organisation about the rise in UAE visitors. And our summer book club continues - what are business leaders across the UAE packing in their suitcases to read this summer?
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08 Jul 2024. We're looking at whether June's drop in real estate transactions is just summer kicking in, or the start of something more. That's with Haider Tuaimi. And which professions have the best and worst reputations in the UAE? Nigel Sillitoe, CEO, Insight Discovery reveals all. Plus, Glenn Harwood of Algodriven tells us about Dubai's plans to build the largest and most advanced car market in the world. And as we launch the annual Business Breakfast Summer Book Club - we find out what business leaders across the UAE are packing in their suitcases to read this summer.
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05 Jul 2024. We look at what the UK election means for UK businesses based here - and UAE companies doing business with the UK...that's with Joe Hepworth from the British Centres for Business. We also speak to Taleem CEO Alan Williamson about the education company's results - and its plans to bring Harrow to the Gulf. Plus we look at what the election means for the UK economy with Dan Richards of Emirates NBD.. and what it might mean for UAE expats and residents who own property in the UK with Knight Frank.
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04 Jul 2024. We speak to James Mullan of Which School Advisor about the 20 new schools opening in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and what it means for parents and fees. Plus on the 4th of July, we'll speak to AmCham Dubai, the American business council here, about trade and the election. And we speak to the co-founder of CoinDCX about their decision to buy BitOasis.
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03 Jul 2024. There's no shortage of buyers entering the property market with sales volumes continuing to rise. We speak to Haus & Haus Real Estate about where they're seeing demand. And Saudi Arabia is set to get a Trump tower in Jeddah, but could we get one here in Dubai? We speak to one of the developers behind it - Ziad El Chaar, CEO, Dar Global. Plus, we speak to Karm Legal about the UAE Central Bank reaching a significant milestone with the issuance of the payment token services regulation.
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02 Jul 2024. As summer holidays begin, Expedia says most workers feel ‘vacation deprived’. Compensation expert Martin McGuigan joins us live. Plus Greece is looking at a six-day work week, we speak to workplace expert Oliver Baxter. And we look at what Dubai's plans to double the number of Metro stations mean for the real estate industry.
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01 Jul 2024. We speak to energy expert Matt Stanley about what's behind our falling fuel price - and how long it could continue. And as fines kick in for small firms that miss Emiratisation targets we speak to Mohammad Zamani, Partner - Audit, Head of Emiratization, KPMG Lower Gulf about the drive and tips on hiring Emirati talent. Plus, summer-nomics continues - we look at the business of tents as hotels and restaurants put the sunshades up.
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28 Jun 2024. We discuss reaction to the Joe Biden and Donald Trump presidential debate. We also get all our geeky CEPA questions answered with geopolitcal strategist Taufiq Rahim of the Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government. Plus, summernomics continues - we'll look at the growing demand for safety deposit boxes as we head into the holiday season with a private vault company. And as the Japanese yen falls to its weakest level since 1986, we cross live to Singapore to speak to economist Rodrigo González.
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27 Jun 2024. We speak to Gareth El Mettouri of recruitment firm Robert Half about what more job seeking expats means for wages. Plus we get John Lyons to open his books and give us an advance peek into what Q2 has really meant for property deals. And the UAE's Federal Tax Authority is urging all resident eligible commercial entities to register for corporate tax by June 30 to avoid late penalties - Nirav Rajput, Partner, Aurifer Middle East Tax explains.
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26 Jun 2024. A new report by the World Economic forum warns that energy transition is slowing down, with the UAE ranking 52nd place globally - we hear from their head of Energy Transition Intelligence, Espen Mehlum. Plus, Saudi Arabia is set to become the world's largest construction market, according to new numbers from Knight Frank - worth more than 180 billion dollars by the end of 2028. That's 30% higher than last year. We hear from veteran Middle East journalist Andrew Hammond on how they will make their 180 billion-dollar construction boom a reality.
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25 Jun 2024. Summernomics continues and we're talking the fine art of swimming pool cooling with the poolstore. We also have a culinary twist with the founder of Tashas restaurant chain Natasha Sideris joins us live. And we speak to Henley & Partners Middle East about their latest forecast that approximately 128,000 of the world’s millionaires are projected to migrate to a new country in 2024, with the UAE and the USA topping the list of destinations.
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24 Jun 2024. We discuss the UAE ranking Number 2 on a global list of foreign investment attracting 1,300 projects worth more than $30 billion last year - second only to the US. Plus summer is the traditional time for big international moves in and out of Dubai - we'll speak to the boss of E-Movers to find out if we're coming or going. We also speak to the real estate company predicting a 'summer spending spree' - the CEO of W Capital joins us live. And amid reports that AI has finally beaten human intelligence in the so-called ‘Turing Test’, one university professor tells us why he is not convinced.
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21 Jun 2024. We get reaction to that rate decision from Henk Potts of Barclays – and where to invest YOUR savings right now, amid political upheaval in Europe. Plus, we hear from Spinneys commercial boss Tom Harvey as they're set to open in Saudi Arabia next week. And summer-nomics continues - we speak to the boss of the Coca Cola Arena to find out if you can get the big artists here in summer and if you'd want to.
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That's according to the Henley Private Wealth Migration Report. The report says the UAE will see an inflow of 6,700 millionaires this year – almost double the second-placed country, the US. Khatija Haque of Emirates NBD shared her take on the long-term impact for the UAE on the influx of private and institutional money. Plus, Summer-nomics - higher flight prices are having an impact on summer camps. We find out more with Eugeine Kerrigan of Curiosity Lab. And with the UAE now a year round destination, we checked what's happening to events industry with Natalie Crampton of TEC.
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We speak to Ted Raffoul, Career and Workforce Products Business Leader - MENA, Mercer and find out the key findings for the Middle East market. Plus, we ask recruiter Greg Wright of Food People what the survey means for bringing talent in to the city.
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14 Jun 2024. It's last minute Eid-oh-nomics.... is there still time to grab a staycation or a last minute bargain flight? We speak to the chief business officer of Wego and David Allen of Radisson. And, we've got a big focus on the finance of football, with just hours until kick-off in Euros 2024. We’re joined by sports lawyer Andrew Mahoney, and the boss of official Middle East TV streamer Tod.
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13 Jun 2024. The US Fed and UAE Central Bank keep rates on hold but what that decision mean for us? Ed Bell of Emirates NBD and Danny Abraham, Espace Real Estate explains. We also have more reaction to today’s big stories from former CNN anchor John Defterios, who joins us live in-studio to peruse the news. And we speak to Raj Kotecha, CEO, Chartered Institute of Marketing about Instagram's new "Label AI" button.
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12 Jun 2024. The world economy is expected to grow by 2.6 per cent this year, and the expansion rate is expected to remain consistent throughout the year, without significant fluctuations, according to a report by the World Bank. We hear from World Bank economist Ayhan Kosay for more on their hot-off-the press report. Plus, we speak to Tanvi Ahluwalia, Associate Principal, Partner Group, Gallup about their latest workplace report that finds global employee engagement has stagnated. And Miriam Burt, Managing VP Analyst, Gartner explains how IT spending in the MENA region is on the rise.
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11 Jun 2024. We discuss Apple unveiling its long-awaited AI strategy – including a partnership with Chat GPT. Plus, we look at the economics of Eid al Adha – as Careem lists sacrificial goats for sale on the app. And, it’s election season: veteran investor Gary Dugan reveals his strategy for trading the political swings, from Mumbai to Manhattan. We also talk the finance of football with Professor Kieran Maguire of Liverpool University, as Gulf investors line-up yet another Premier League takeover.
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10 Jun 2024. We discuss the UAE's new crackdown on rogue cold-callers, with fines of Dhs150,000 for telemarketers who break the rules. We also talk fintech with the CEO of a new digital bank in Ajman: Christopher Koster of Ruya. Plus, as tens of thousands of pilgrims flock through Dubai Airports as they make their way to Mecca for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, we speak to Mohammed Al Marzouqi, Head of Hajj Committee, Dubai Airports. And investor Khaled Talhouni joins us to reveal where he’s investing $100 million – and the pitfalls he plans to avoid.
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07 Jun 2024. Nvidia has caught the attention of anti-trust regulators after joining the three trillion dollar club - we speak to market watcher Jessica Amir. Plus, as Dubai's May property numbers hit a new record, we speak to Zhann Johincke of Property Monitor. And we'll find out if diamonds are losing their sparkle, amid weak prices and De beers being put up for sale with diamond dealer Fergus James.
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06 Jun 2024. We look at the booming market for venture debt funding with Philip Bahoshy of research firm Magnitt. We also focus on the fitness industry - speaking to Gymnation Founder Loren Holland and the man behind their latest private credit investment, Omar Al Yawer - Partner, Ruya Partners, as they pave the way for expansion into Saudi Arabia.
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05 Jun 2024. We discuss Narendra Modi losing his majority in a shock election setback as Indian stocks plunge 6%. We also discuss the UAE PMI data released this morning as we speak to one of the S&P economists behind it. Plus, we get the latest on the giga projects programme in Saudi Arabia with Colin Foreman, Editor, MEED. And, we hear from one UAE based AI company who's just secured $2.2 million in pre-seed funding.
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04 Jun 2024. We get reaction to the Dubai Mall story from Andy Love of Knight Frank and CBRE's Mr Research Taimur Khan. And, as UAE authorities block more than a thousand websites that violate intellectual property rules, we'll speak to IP lawyer James Dunne. We also find out about the top 25 airlines in the world according to Airlineratings.com with aviation expert Geoff Thomas. Plus, we'll speak to StarzPlay Founder and CEO Maaz Sheikh as they announce exclusive coverage of the ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup.
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03 Jun 2024. As the world’s aviation industry descends on Dubai, Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas joins us live in the studio to tell us about the new airline. Plus, we have refreshingly candid comments from Ramesh Cidambi, on day one of his new job running Dubai Duty Free. And, we speak to Sam McCone of McCone Properties about how to spot a property market dip.
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We spoke to the UAE law firm Habib Al Mulla UAE Founder Habib Al Mulla, one of the country’s most prominent lawyers, and told Business Breakfast that trade between the UAE and Russia is strong, despite Western sanctions. Plus, International air passenger traffic rose 16% in April, compared to the year before, we spoke to the boss Kashif Khalid and asked how full planes are likely to be this summer.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed flew from Korea to China, where he begins a two-day state visit. We get the reaction to that UAE-China visit from Billionaire investor Patrick Tsang live from Hong Kong. Plus, restaurant special - we find out what it takes to last nearly quarter of century in the Dubai F&B industry with Lime Tree and the man whose business is filling restaurants with beautiful
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The Business Breakfast has a working theory that half of Dubai is going to Italy this summer. We test that theory with travel expert Emily Jenkins of DW Travel. Plus, with the gold price hovering just off record highs, we're joined by the global chief market strategist of the World Gold Council, John Reade. And, as the UAE pumps Dhs30 billion into new industry, where are we going to build all the factories? Saud Abu Al Shawareb, EVP of Industrial, Dubai Industrial City has the answers.
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The third edition of the Make it in the Emirates Forum and its accompanying exhibition kicked off on Monday at the Abu Dhabi Energy Center. H.E Omar Suwaina Al Suwaidi, Undersecretary, Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) live from the capital told us about the forum and the main takeaways from the event so far. We also speak to people who make it in the Emirates including perfume company boss Rawya Cato. Plus, the man with Dhs5 billion to finance the factories Ahmed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank.
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That's according to the Financial Times. Matt Stanley, Head of Market Engagement, EMEA & APA at Kpler disagree, he told us why. Plus, we look at what the increase in business Etihad Credit Insurance tells us about the UAE's export sector with CEO Raja Al Mazrouei. And we talk the finance of football, after Al Ain’s dramatic victory in Saturday’s Asian Champions League final with sports dealmaker Marc Archer.
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American social media guru & serial entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuck joined us live in studio. He’s got 15 million followers and a new book. Plus, research says that millennials are ‘quiet vacationing’ rather than asking their boss for PTO. Is it acceptable? We asked Nathalie Spree, Partner, August Leadership. And we spoke to the CEO of Adnoc Drilling about what the latest share sale means for investors.
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We've got the preliminary numbers out for GDP for UAE economy, we crunch the numbers with Ed Bell, Senior Director, Market Economics, Emirates NBD. Plus, analyst Josh Gilbert from eToro on those Nvidia earnings beating expections. Wio bank has achieved profitability in its first year of operations, we speak to CEO Jayesh Patel. And ss World Economic Forum founder Klaus Schwab (semi) retires, former Davos boss Fred Sicre joins live in studio.
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22 May 2024. We hear from Novo Nordisk UAE Vice President Mads Bo Larsen about the local supply and demand for Ozempic and Wegovy. And after Emirates announced their staff will receive bonuses worth 20-weeks of salary we had a big bonus debate: should all staff recieve the same bonus, or should it just be for high performers? HR expert Amanda White gives us her thoughts. Plus, in the midst of the UAE IPO boom, we look at how the average Joe can get involved in the fun.
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21 May 2024. Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths reveals DXBs record breaking Q1 numbers live on the show. We also speak to the CEO of education company Alef about its IPO plan and we look at the economy of Ajman, as we’re joined in the studio by H.E. Ismail al Naqi, head of the Emirate’s Free Zone Authority.
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20 May 2024. Ford Middle East has seen its highest Q1 sales in nearly a decade - we speak to regional president Ravi Ravi-chandran. Plus, Wizz Air has launched the region's first flight subscription service - we speak to their MD Johan Eidhagen. And, Indian cricket legend MS Dhoni speaks to the Business Breakfast! Lessons on leadership from the man who won two World Cups and five IPL titles, while building a $100 million fortune.
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17 May 2024. We take a sneak peak inside the new airport with Dubai World Central Corporation boss His Excellency Khalifa Al Zaffin. Plus, Dubai proptech Keyper has more than 30 million dollars in credit and equity to play with - we'll find out what they plan to do with it. And, former SBS soldier and adventurer Ant Middleton joins us live in studio - we find out why he decided to relocate his family and business to Dubai.
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16 May 2024. US inflation fell to 3.4 per cent for April - raising expectations of a rate cut this year - we get reaction from Dan Richards of Emirates NBD on whether it's a good or bad print and what it could mean for Fed decisions. One month on from the floods, we're looking back at the events that took place - we find out if the rain stopped play in terms of buying houses with Zhann Johincke, COO of Property Monitor. And we speak to insurance company Wataniya about where we are with insurance claims since the wild weather. Plus, we're joined by Espace Real Estate - should you buy a property in a community that got hit badly by the rains?
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15 May 2024. It's earnings deadline day – we discuss Emaar Development reporting record property sales in Q1 – soaring 50% to Dhs13 billion, and speak to CBRE's Taimur Khan who's seeing office rents and occupancy creep up further in Q1. We also speak to Dnata CEO Steve Allen who joins us live in studio to go through their record profits and the possibility of an IPO. Plus, Spinneys CEO Sunil Kumar tells us about their rise in profits and the challenges they're facing getting stock on shelves. And, Property Finder CEO Michael Lahyani also live in the studio, on that unicorn-sized tech deal.
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14 May 2024. We go through the Emirates airline numbers - and bonuses. Will Emirates reinvest this money into the airline and are higher air fares here to stay?. Plus, we speak to ADNOC Drilling's CFO about their 26% rise in Q1 net profit. We'll also hear from United Airlines as they mark one year of their nonstop service between Dubai and New York. And, the number of Emiratis working in the private sector has almost tripled since 2021 - we find out how, with the team behind a new government report.
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13 May 2024. We speak to the CEO of Abu Dhabi AI giant Presight about their Q1 numbers - and why they've taken a big chunk of AIQ. Plus, Maesk has a big new boat that runs on green methanol. We look at the challenges the shipping industry faces in going green with local boss Christopher Cook. And, 78% of AI users are now bringing their own AI tools to work - we find out what this means for employers with Zubin Chagpar of Microsoft. We'll also cross live to Richard Dean who's in Chennai in the middle of the Indian elections and the IPL season.
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10 May 2024. We'll have the latest from the trading floor as Rich was down there to keep his eye on the share price. We'll also have the latest on Eitad's earnings and aspirations for growth as we hear from CEO Antonoaldo Neves. Wayne Beifus, Chief Financial Officer, ADNOC Distribution tells us about their Q1 2024 net profit of $165 million before tax, up 13% year-on-year and we'll hear from Faraz Ahmed, Research Director, JLL MENA about over 30,000 residential units that are set to be delivered in the UAE by the end of the year. Plus, we have an extended exit interview with a Dubai retail legend, who’s retiring after 41 years leading Dubai Duty Free. Colm Mcloughlin joins us to talk about the highlights of his epic career at DDF.
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09 May 2024. We speak to the CEO of Dubai Taxi, Mansoor Al Falasi, about higher fares, longer trips, and expansion into other emirates after their record profits of 15% in Q1. We also hear from Dubai tourism boss, Issam Kazim, about his aims for visitor numbers this year - and the marketing challenge posed by last month's rains. And, we speak to Conor McHugh, Founder, Alchemy Search about why they've seen a lot of jobseekers securing roles in Q1 and who's hiring. Plus, we discuss the news that Dubai Duty Free CEO Colm McLoughlin is set to retire after 41 years with the organisation.
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08 May 2024. We have the latest on the Dubai Taxi Q1 results with net profit up 15%, plus we're talking to the ADNOC Gas CFO about their Q1 numbers. We also hear from H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed al Maktoum, the CEO and Chairman of Emirates - Richard joined HH in the majlis at the Emirates stand at ATM where he talked about everything from the impact of the rains to the new Al Maktoum Airport. And, we hear from the DIFC as they expect an influx of new firms this year.
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07 May 2024. As the Arabian Travel Market continues this week, we're focusing on all things tourism with Dubai tourist numbers jumping 11% in Q1. We also speak to Etihad Airways CEO Antonoaldo Neves on 30% growth, IPO rumours and flying economy class. Plus, we discuss record visitor numbers for Yas and Saadiyat islands with the CEO of Miral. And, we'll find out about Hilton's plans for expansion in the Middle East with their president Guy Hutchinson.
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06 May 2024. We go through the latest Saudi PMI numbers with economist Dr Chris Payne as Saudi's non-oil private sector continued its growth momentum in April. Plus, we've got a big focus on the Arabian Travel Market which kicks off this week- we're speaking to RAK tourism boss Raki Philips about Ras Al Khaimah tourism hitting 1.22 million visitors last year. And we talk social media with the regional boss of Snapchat - global revenue surged 21% this year, but what about the Middle East?
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03 May 2024. We discuss the UAE private sector growth falling to an 8 month low following heavy rains. Plus we have the latest on earnings from Tecom and Apple - and we find out what's moving the markets following that Fed meeting. We also look at the economics of olive oil. As scorching summers wreak havoc with the olive harvest, we speak to the team from JM Foods in Dubai. As extreme weather around the world messes with events - we find out how the industry is coping with TEC boss Natalie Crampton. And, the UAE has increased its oil production capacity - we speak to oil expert Amina Baker.
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02 May 2024. We have the latest on that rate decision from Fed chair Jay Powell and what it means for the UAE with economist Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD. We also take stock of Spinneys share sale after it raised 375 million dollars in IPO, with CEO Sunil Kumar. And, we'll look at the effects of the last rains on the UAE's stock of new and second hand cars ... and how to avoid buying one that's taken a bath if you're in the market. That's with Glenn Harwood of AlgoDriven. Plus, with the 9% profit tax looming ever closer, we talk tax with John Casey of Virtuzone.
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01 May 2024. We'll have the latest on the fuel prices after they climbed 6% for May. But is this inflationary? How does this reflect what happening in oil prices and what will it mean for inflation in the UAE? And, what does the new bankruptcy law means for business in the UAE? We speak to Al Tamimi's head of litigation, Naif Yahia who gives us the detail. We also talk Q1 results and future plans with the CEO of Aldar Development, Jonathan Emery who reveals his latest project live on air. Plus, we discuss the economics of weight-loss drugs, as sales of Mounjaro triple in Q1- that's with market analyst Monte Saffediene.
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30 Apr 2024. We discuss the latest UAE blockbuster earnings and what it means for the region. We'll also speak to Andrew Elliott, Director, Commercial Agency, Chestertons MENA about what Dubai's new airport could mean for property demand in the Dubai South area and what impact that will have on the Garhoud area. Plus, we're joined by Professor Heather MacGregor of Heriot-Watt University, co-author of the report on women in the boardroom that says women hold just 11% of seats on boards of UAE listed companies. And, we cross live to Riyadh to speak to Eddy Tannous, COO, Rotana Hotel Management as they look at expanding their footprint across Pakistan, Africa and Europe.
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29 Apr 2024. As Dubai unveils its new Dhs128 billion mega-airport at Al Maktoum with all flights moving away from DXB “in the coming years”… we speak to the man with the plan: Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths. We'll also get anaylsis on the new passenger terminal from Geoffrey Thomas, MD & Editor in-chief, Airlineratings.com. Plus, we hear from the boss of Alshaya Group, John Hadden, as they plan to open 400 new stores this year. And we have the latest from The World Economic Forum taking place in Riyadh currently.
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26 Apr 2024. We get the latest analysis from Dan Richards, Mena Economist, Emirates NBD on the US economic growth data as well as UAE economy growth which rose 3.3% in the first nine months of 2023. We also speak to the boss of newly-created Space 42 on their bold plan for satellites and AI. Plus, we cross to the US for more on Google and Microsoft – both reporting strong earnings overnight - with investor Keith Fitz-Gerald. And Lebanese philanthropist Lynn Zovighian joins us to reveal new research with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, on the ‘next generation of philanthropy’ in the Middle East.
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25 Apr 2024. We speak to the guys at Al Futtaim Automotive as they've seen a surge in demand for pre-owned SUVs, after last week's wild weather. We also find out what the supercell storm means for the balance sheets of insurance companies themselves - and their ratings - Moodys has a new report. Plus, we dust off the Business Breakfast calculator to crunch the numbers on a flurry of earnings, speaking to Darren Clarke, Chief Financial Officer, Commercial Bank of Dubai.
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24 Apr 2024. We get reaction from Daniel Richards, Senior Economist, Emirates NBD about the UAE and Oman signing investment deals worth Dhs 129 billion during this week’s visit by Oman’s Sultan Haitham. We also hear from Dubai based HR expert - Sarah Brooks, Managing Director, Fikrah HR, who says some firms in the UAE might have broken the law by not doing enough to keep their employees safe during last week's wild weather. Plus, we speak to insurance expert Franck Heimburger of GIG Gulf, formerly AXA Insurance, who answers your questions on flood claims. And, we'll go through those strong UAE shopping numbers with Dubai Chambers President and CEO - Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah.
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23 Apr 2024. We speak to Sonny Ridgewell, Managing Director of insurance brokers- Beneple - about the number of motor claims expecting to exceed AED 1 billion following last week's floods. We also get his reaction to the latest news from The UAE Central Bank as they're instructing insurance companies to pay up for flood damage - the directive covers all homes and cars with “comprehensive” policies. Plus, the CEO of Dubai Financial Market, Hamed Ali, joins us live in studio for an extended interview on the UAE’s IPO boom. We also cross live to Australia to speak to Jessica Amir, Market Strategist, moomoo about Tesla's shares falling 3% overnight. And, as Spinneys sets the price range for its IPO we hear from Samer Deghaili, Co-Head of Investment Banking (MENAT), HSBC.
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22 Apr 2024. We have the latest on the aftermath of last week's flood as Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed approves sweeping measures to address the impact of the rains. We also discuss the latest on the economic impact with the insurance experts at S&P and what that means for the local insurance industry. Plus, we hear from Maria Morris, CEO & Founder Maria Morris Real Estate about what property buyers are looking for when choosing their next Dubai home. And, as the first full week of voting gets underway in India, we speak to Economist Surjit Bhalla.
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19 Apr 2024. We have a special edition of the Bitesize podcast today as we hear from a variety of businesses to find out how they're faring in the aftermath of the floods. First, we hear from Dubai airports CEO, Paul Griffiths, who gives us the latest updates for DXB passengers and when we can expect operations to resume as normal. We also find out how food companies are working to keep restaurants and shops supplied with JM Foods. And we look at how hotels are providing local residents and delayed tourists with shelter while coping with their own logistical challenges. Plus, we find out what small business owners are facing in terms of insurance claims with insurancemarket.ae and how ride-hailing services fared in the floods with Yango.
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18 Apr 2024. We've got the latest on the aftermath of the recent floods as we speak to Cafu COO Ryan Rogers. We also speak to one repair garage who've been inundated with water-damaged cars after the recent storms. Plus, we'll hear from an insurance lawyer about potential payouts for this week's storms. And we speak to Laurence Kemball-Cook, CEO and Founder, Pavegen - a smart flooring technology company that transforms footsteps into electrical energy - they're launching in Dubai today at the World Future Energy Summit.
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17 Apr 2024. We look at the impact of wild weather and what could it mean for the insurance industry with various experts: AFIA Insurance Brokerage Services LLC, octopus & GIG Gulf. Plus, we speak to the CEO of Spinneys, Sunil Kumar, about the company's growth plans on the back of its IPO announcement.
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16 Apr 2024. We have the latest on the news that Spinneys is to go public, selling 25% of its shares before listing on the DFM. Plus, as the IMF spring meetings kick off in Washington, we speak to one economist in the thick of the action: IMF veteran Masood Ahmed. And, after Eid Al Fitr saw flight price spikes - are we all booking early for Eid Al Adha? We'll speak to travel expert Emily Jenkins and the travel number crunchers from research firm STR.
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15 Apr 2024. We find out what's moving the markets this week amidst increased regional tension with Ed Bell, Senior Director of Emirates NBD. As Abu Dhabi considers a takeover bid for BP, we speak to energy expert Christoph Ruhl of Columbia University. We also speak to the new real estate company giving cash back for school fees to families and find out why haus & haus Real Estate are seeing an increase in property sales this year compared to last. Plus, we're talking aviation: as JFK airport in New York gets a $5 billion facelift, we speak to the Bahraini company stumping up the cash.
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05 Apr 2024. The value of bank transfers in the UAE reached Dhs1.5 trillion in January, according to Central Bank data. That’s up 24% from a year earlier.” So, what does this tell us about the health of the banking sector and the wider economy? Emirates Development Bank has hit a major milestone in its mandate to provide 30 billion dirhams in financing to the industrial sector - we'll speak to the CEO, Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi. Plus, with the Eid break here, residents of the UAE are eagerly planning their escapes to explore destinations beyond the country’s borders - we're joined by Johan Eidhagen, Managing Director, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. And we’re talking Disney - after CEO Bob Iger fought off a shareholder revolt, New York media professor Evan Shapiro says Apple should buy The House of Mouse.
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04 Apr 2024. The OPEC+ monitoring committee has recommended the group stick with its current supply cuts for the first half of the year. But how well are their cuts working and what does it all mean for UAE and Saudi finances? Plus, on the back of the KHDA's decision to allow school fee increases - we ask recruitment expert - Conor McHugh, Founder, Alchemy Search, if education allowances are dying out. And with gold hitting a record high above $2,300 an ounce, Richard heads down to the Dubai Gold Souq to test the mood ahead of Eid al Fitr and find out if high prices are putting off buyers. We also speak to HSBC global private banking to find out why they're advising high net worth clients to consider taking on more risk and put their cash to work.
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03 Apr 2024. We get reaction from Dan Richards, Senior Economist, Emirates NBD on private schools in Dubai being able to raise fees by 5.2% next year - what impact might this have on inflation? Dan also gives us instant reaction to the new PMI data for the UAE out this morning. Plus, we speak to DHL about the UAE moving up the ranks of connected countries - and how we go higher. And, we cross live to the Gold Souk, where Richard finds out how record gold prices are impacting bangles and bullion
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02 Apr 2024. Abu Dhabi economy grew just over 3 per cent last year...while the UAE central bank is predicting just over 4% growth for the country in 2024. We get reaction to that flurry of UAE economic data, from Dan Richards of Emirates NBD and Stephen Anderson of PwC. We also speak to Cafu about whether they see a spike in people filling up ahead of petrol price day. And, we're looking at what options are available for apartment dwellers when it comes to both e-charger accessibility and fuel deliveries.
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01 Apr 2024. We get reaction to those rising petrol prices – and some clues on where they’re heading – with economist Dan Richards of Emirates NBD. And, DLD is set to boost Emirati real estate brokers but how will more Emirati brokers impact Dubai real estate? Zhann Johincke of Cavendish Maxwell joins us live to tell us more. We also look at what a 10-year business licence could mean for commercial real estate with Andrew Elliot of Chestertons. And, as hotels get booked quickly ahead of the upcoming Eid holidays, we speak to Enrique Mandl, General Manager, FIVE LUXE, FIVE Hotels & Resorts and find out about their latest opening on JBR.
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29 Mar 2024. Education provider Taleem has reported record profits for the first half of the year, up 53 per cent - and a new high when it comes to student enrollment, up 32 per cent. Taaleem boss Alan Williamson tells us about what's behind those record numbers. We also get reaction to Sam Bankman-Fried’s 25-year jail term from lawyer Shahram Safai of Afridi & consulting expert Ruth Bradley.
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28 Mar 2024. We have the latest on the new ADNOC oil field which has started production at the offshore Belbazem oil field, which will pump up to 45,000 barrels per day. We also speak to Capt. Zarir S. Irani, Managing Director, Constellation Marine Services about the fears that have been raised around potential disruption to global supply chains following the Baltimore bridge collapse. Plus, Dubai is contemplating the possibility of an initial public offering (IPO) for construction firm ALEC Engineering & Contracting, amidst a surge in its real estate sector as property prices in the emirate hit near-record levels, reported Bloomberg. Ziad Awad, Founder and CEO, Awad Capital explains what could happen. And, 1.2 Million people visited Louvre Abu Dhabi last year. Manuel Rabaté, Director, Louvre Abu Dhabi explains how many of the visitors were UAE residents, and how many were tourists.
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27 Mar 2024. We have the latest on the closure of Baltimore Port after a bridge collapse poses the latest challenge to global shipping and logistics. We also look at Mercer's outlook for wages with their regional careers principal Vlad Vrzhovski as they say UAE salaries should rise 4 per cent this year on average, outpacing inflation. Plus, we speak to the company partnering with the RTA to create co-working spaces in Metro stations. And, as Sri Lanka unexpectedly cuts interest rates, we cross live to Columbo to speak to research analyst Arshad Ismail.
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26 Mar 2024. We discuss the latest on Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun stepping down by the end of this year in a management shake-up, after concerns about safety issues at the plane maker as well as reaction to Trump’s civil fraud case being reduced to $175 Million. We talk nuclear energy, as the UAE turns on its fourth and final reactor with nuclear safety chief Sara Al Saadi. Plus, we speak to Dr. Luc Verburgh, Chief Academic Officer, HCT (Higher Colleges of Technology) about their new pathways, diplomas and vocational training aligned to labor market demands. And, does good weather this Ramadan mean less demand for tents? We speak to temporary structure maker - Arena Group.
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25 Mar 2024. The week ahead looks like the calm after the storm following last week’s tempest of central bank decisions, but what will investors be looking at this week? We get the latest from Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD. We also look at the trade implications of the big Presidential meeting between the UAE and Egypt with Standard Chartered's MENA economist. Plus, we analyze the latest economic twists in the US election campaign, with Professor Adam Ramey of New York University Abu Dhabi. And, we'll find out why cyberattacks in the UAE surge during Ramadan.
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We speak to markets lawyer Andrew Tarbuck of Al Tamimi & Co about Parkin's first day as a listed company and asked who might be next in the IPO pipeline. Plus, we get reaction on two big tech stories: the US suing Apple for being a “monopoly”, while Redditt jumps 50% on debut with tech journalist, Kevin Sebastian.
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We speak to Emirates NBD chief economist Khatija Haque about what the Fed might do next. Plus, what that decision to keep rates high could mean for the UAE mortgage market with Espace Real Estate boss John Lyons. And, how to protect your crypto wallet from hackers? We speak to one UAE security firm that’s just got a license in Abu Dhabi.
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We look at how Eid travel bookings are going with Mamoun Hmedan, Chief Business Officer of Wego. Plus, the giant CERAWeek energy gathering in Texas – we get the inside story from veteran Middle East oil expert Andy Critchlow, of S&P Global Platts. And, S&P warning for the likes of Etisalat are facing market saturation, we speak to S&P technology analyst Tatjana Lescova. And, Emirates airline is looking to increase its cabin crew by around 25%. We find out just how that works with the Vice President of Cabin Crew Samantha James.
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Japan has raised interest rates for the first time in 17 years - but only to 0.1%, while Australia kept rates on hold at 4.35%. We get reactions to breaking interest rate stories with Josh Gilbert, Market Analyst, eToro. Plus, is UAE property companies looking to develop outside the country in places like Europe and the USA? We asked Taimur Khan, Head of Research – MENA at CBRE. And we get the thoughts of energy expert Sean Evers about the outrageous comments from Aramco CEO.
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We get the details on that booming trade between the UAE and America, with the ex-head of the US economics team at the embassy in Dubai. Plus, it's super central bank week! Emirates NBD economist Khatija Haque joins us live. And plenty of woes for Boeing: is the plane maker to big to fail? We asked Keith Tonkin, Managing Director, Aviation Projects Pty.
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15 Mar 2024. We’ve had earnings from two Dubai private companies – DP World and Majid Al Futtaim. Dan Richards, senior economist, Emirates NBD gives us analysis from a macro perspective and he gives us his key takeaways from the IEA oil demand/supply report. Plus, we cross live to Texas talking all things America – from TikTok and Trump to oil and interest rates - with economist Jason Schenker. As Parkin sets a new record for IPO oversubscription, we look at what we can take from the IPO process with Dean Kemble, Chief Commercial Officer of GSB Capital. And, we speak to crypto watcher Arnaud Cart about the latest Bitcoin surge.
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14 Mar 2024. We get reaction from Dan Richards, senior economist at Emirates NBD, on DIFC's new law covering digital assets and reaction to ratings agency Moody’s raising its outlook on UAE banks to ‘positive’. Plus, what does Ramadan mean for food delivery? We speak to Careem's vice president of food who explains that demand peaks in the final week - with Lebanese food and sweets seeing the biggest spike. The chief legal officer of DIFC, Jacques Visser, breaks down that new groundbreaking digital assets law. And, Google has confirmed it is restricting the types of election-related questions users can ask its AI chatbot, Gemini - NYU Abu Dhabi professor Nancy Gleason tells us more.
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13 Mar 2024. Emirates NBD give us the latest on what US inflation means for next week's Fed decision. Plus, as global olive oil prices rise, we speak to Spinney's general manager, Tom Harvey to find out if customers will feel the impact. The boss of StarzPlay, Maaz Sheikh, joins us live in studio: can Ramadan TV-watching fight off social media and video games? And, car dealers typically sell 50%+ more cars than their yearly average during Ramadan. So, is Ramadan the right time to buy a car? Glenn Harwood, Co-Founder, AlgoDriven tells us more.
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12 Mar 2024. Abu Dhabi has signed off on 66 billion dirhams worth of infrastructure projects, including parks, cycle tracks and housing developments - but is this a significant new investment and how does it fit with Abu Dhabi’s Vision 2030 economic strategy? We also look at increasing volumes and prices in the Dubai property market with Property Monitor's Zhann Johincke. Plus, as Bitcoin hits new record highs of above $72,000 - Ronit Ghose, Global Head, Future of Finance, Citi explains whether the world needs crypto. And, we'll find out if record gold prices are deterring buyers with the team from Siroya jewellers.
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11 Mar 2024. We get reaction to the Saudi economy shrinking by just under 1 per cent as well as Saudi Aramco posting lower profit but upping dividend. We look at what the UAE's first banking ombudsman means for customers with lawyer Alfred Thornton of Clyde and Co and what the UAE's first banking ombudsman means for the financial sector with the director general of the UAE Banks Federation. Plus, the CEO of Bayut, Haider Ali Khan, tells us how the portal has taken down 30% of property listings since a crackdown by RERA last month. And, finally we'll hear about UAE CEOs predicting bumper revenue and bonuses, with the team from Cooper Fitch.
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08 Mar 2024. Dubai has updated the law when it comes to the 20% tax on foreign banks operating in the emirate outside the DIFC. However, tax accountant Thomas Vanhee explains banks will NOT end up paying more tax, as federal bank tax will be deducted from it. We also speak to Agthia CEO Alan Smith about why they're seeing a 12% growth in revenue. Plus, we get reaction to the ECB's decision to keep rates at record highs with economist Dr Stefan Gerlach. And, on International Women’s Day, fund manager Heather Henyon tells us why all-female start-ups receive just 0.5% of regional Venture-Capital.
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07 Mar 2024. As the UAE sees a big jump in wealth managers we speak to Insight Discovery boss Nigel Silitoe about that growth in wealth management firms. Plus, our interview with Etihad Airways, CEO Antonoaldo Neves, on profit and a possible IPO. We'll also speak to Dubai Future District Fund CEO, Sherif El Badawi, about the fund's 2024 priorities. And we hear from Espace Real Estate as new rules say real estate brokers must update listings within 3 days.
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06 Mar 2024. We get reaction to the boom in gold and Bitcoin with Vijay Valecha, Chief Investment Officer at Century Financial: is it the beginning of a bull run, or is the bubble about to burst? BetterHomes CEO, Richard Waind, explains how residential rents in Dubai could be set to rise, following changes to the RERA rental index - but what could this mean for you? Plus, Aviation analyst Vinamra Longani joins us live in the studio to discuss the latest aviation stories including speculation about an Etihad IPO and the rebirth of Air India. And as China sets an 'ambitious' 5% growth target we speak to Tianchen Xu, Senior Economist at The Economist Intelligence Unit in China to get his take on China's vision to double its economy in the next 15 years.
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05 Mar 2024. As China’s National People's Congress in Beijing gets underway, we get analysis from Ed Bell, Senior Director, Market Economics, Emirates NBD
on their 5% growth target and how that will impact the UAE. We'll also look at the Parkin shares which go on sale today. Plus, it's PMI day today - the latest PMI data for the UAE is out: the economist who wrote the report, Ralf Wiegert, gives us his analysis. And, we'll be going through Saudi's latest PMI data with economist Dr Christopher Payne - and looking at how the private sector in the Kingdom is faring. Finally, the CEO of Salik has said they aim to “expand our footprint” and “widen revenue generating opportunities” - we'll go through the Salik numbers with market watcher Sameer Lakhani.
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04 Mar 2024. We speak to OPEC watcher Amena Bakr about OPEC reportedly extending oil cuts into the second half of the year. Emarat is to sell naming rights to 31 of its service stations in Dubai and the Northern Emirates- Ali Al Falasi of Emarat explains how much naming rights will cost and who will be taking the first station. We also speak to the CEO of Dubai Taxi Company about their 50-plus per cent rise in net profit. And, we have an extensive interview with Tarek El Sakka, the CEO of Dubai Refreshment, the company that bottles Pepsi here.
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01 Mar 2024. We get the thoughts of energy expert Matt Stanley on why petrol prices have risen as well as what could it mean for UAE inflation with economist Khatija Haque. Plus, we unpick the economics of Indian weddings – as the billionaire Ambani family prepare for this weekend’s $100 million nuptials. And, we'll find out how rising cocoa prices are affecting the company behind Ferrero Roche.
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29 Feb 2024. We look at those UAE GDP projections with Emirates NBD economist Khatija Haque. Plus, with just weeks until the Indian election, HSBC’s chief economist for India, Pranjul Bhandari joins us live. And, we find out how Expo City Dubai's infrastructure a perfect place for mega events and festivals with Anna Abulhoul, Executive Creative Director - Entertainment & Experiences, Expo City Dubai.
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28 Feb 2024. We find out about the UAE's new corporate tax fines and deadlines with taxation expert Thomas Vanhee, Founding Partner, Aurifer. Plus, our exclusive interview with CEO of Dubai’s latest hot IPO stock: Mohamed Al Ali. And, were joined in our Al Wasl Dome studio by the man who helped build it, Ahmed Al Khatib, Chief Development and Delivery Officer at Expo City Dubai.
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27 Feb 2024. We get the reaction of Sameer Lakhani, Managing Director at Global Capital Partners. Plus, we get the story behind the successfully sold over AED500 million ($136.15 million) worth of land with CEO of Union Properties Amer Khansaheb. And, more of learning about 'Live, Work and Play' - the three pillars that make Expo City Dubai the Human-Centric City of the Future with Manal AlBayat, Chief Engagement and Commercial Officer, Expo City Dubai.
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26 Feb 2024. The culture that is being created, both in terms of work and play with Expo City Dubai's chief education, culture and human resources officer Marjan Faradooni. Plus, we look at why price growth is slowing in the Dubai property market with Zhann Johincke. And we get reactions to the UAE “grey list” removal from lawyer Kamal Jabbar, and economist Khatija Haque.
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23 Feb 2024. We'll hear from Jeanne Walters, senior economist, Emirates NBD about Dubai's current boom – what does the data tell us about the Dubai economy today, and the future? As flyDubai reports record profit with passengers jumping 31% - we'll speak to their CEO, Ghaith Al Ghaith, who joins us live to crunch their record numbers. Plus, we'll speak to FedEx's MEISA president about their new AED1.3 billion regional hub at the Dubai World Central Airport. And, as the Japan stock market finally scales the peaks since the 1980s, we speak to a Tokyo stockbroker who lived through it: Professor Dame Heather Mcgregor of Herriot-Watt University in Dubai.
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22 Feb 2024. We get reaction from Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD about the economic significance of the massive solar investment going into the UAE economy. We'll also find out how Emirates Airlines are able to serve 149 meals every minute with Gustaf Oholm, SVP of Catering and Cabin Services, Emirates Airlines. Plus, Vladimir Dashkeev, Assistant Professor, Department of Economics, Seattle University talks us through the Fed meeting minutes that have been released to the public - the minutes could provide insight into the on going debates around internet rates this year. And, as the historic Pepsi factory in Al Quoz is sold for nearly quarter of a billion dirhams, we ask Andrew Love of Knight Frank: what does "Industrial Estate 2.0" look like in Dubai? Finally, we'll ask John Lyons of Espace Real Estate how the property market is shaping up so far this year, compared to last year's very active start.
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21 Feb 2024. The Bank of England says it’s too early to cut rates – despite a UK recession and a grilling from politicians, calling for aggressive rate CUTS to fight the UK recession. Jeanne Walters, senior economist, Emirates NBD tells us about the outlook for UK rates – and the pound. We also speak to the billionaire family behind the Ineos chemical empire and Manchester United – that now wants to sell you an SUV. George Ratcliffe, Commercial Director, INEOS Automotive – son of founder, Sir Jim – tells us more. Plus, we hear from aviation expert Geoff Thomas live from Singapore, on that surprising ‘no planes’ decision by Boeing. And, we talk the finance of food with Dubai's potato chip king - Ananya Narayan, CEO of Hunter Foods.
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20 Feb 2024. Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD gives us the latest on Germany’s central bank warning that the economy will shrink this quarter - sending Europe's top economy into recession. The number of passengers on public transport in Dubai hit 702 million riders in 2023, that's a 13 per cent increase when compared to the ridership numbers in 2022, which was 621.4 million. Roger Cruickshank, Senior Director, Transport – MEA, AtkinsRéalis joins us to explain their ideas for building a “20 minute city”. Plus, as OpenAI’s new text-to-video tool, Sora, sets the internet alight - we find why with Radio Free Mobile CEO, Richard Windsor. And finally, as Gulfood continues to bring in the crowds, we'll find out about the future of the food industry - with the newly appointed Director of the Italian Trade Agency.
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19 Feb 2024. UAE non-oil trade set a new record last year, at almost $1 trillion- Senior Economist, Emirates NBD, Jeanne Walters has the latest on that. We'll also hear from Dubai airports CEO Paul Griffiths - basking in the glory of last year's record high, and making bold predictions for this year as they've seen passenger traffic jump by a third since last year, to a record 87 million. That's 1% above pre-pandemic levels. Plus, we'll hear from Rob Anasari, Head of Investments and Retirement, IMEA, Mercer speaking to consulting firm Mercer, about how retaining expats into retirement could be a major opportunity for the UAEs long term growth. And, finally we'll speak to Legal Consultants Afridi & Angell about why Real estate agents in Dubai could be facing fines for fake property listings.
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16 Feb 2024. As Dubai hosts its biggest ever music festival with performances from the likes of Ellie Goulding and Tiesto, we speak to the organiser about the economics and logistics of 'Untold'. We also look back on a week of big names and even bigger claims about AI at this week’s World Government Summit, with Professor Nancy Gleeson of NYU Abu Dhabi. And, as the UK joins Japan as the second big economy this week to enter a recession, we'll find out what a shrinking economy could mean for you, with Dan Richards, Emirates NBD. Plus, property buyers in Dubai could expect a relief from record prices this year, with market values in the luxury segment forecast to ease. We'll have the latest on that with Andrew Cummings, Head of Residential Agency, Savills Middle East.
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15 Feb 2024. We've got the latest from Narendra Modi and Shah Rukh Khan, who've been speaking at the World Government Summit this week, as well as reaction from Dan Richards, senior economist at Emirates NBD, on what we can draw from corporate reports about the macro economy as earnings season comes to a close. Eight out of 10 of employers in the UAE plan to give pay rises this year, according to recruitment firm Hays. Oliver Kowalski of Hays explains where the "sweet spots" are, with rises of up to 30%. Plus, the CEO of Al Ansari Exchange tells us why remittances are falling, despite a growing expat population. And, we'll hear from Sean Evers, Founder & Managing Partner, Gulf Intelligence about Adnoc and BP's latest joint venture in Egypt that will focus on the development of gas assets.
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14 Feb 2024. We've got the latest on the Etisalat earnings - net profit seeing little change for the year at Dhs 10 billion. Dubai health insurance transactions reached $5.9bn last year as the value and volume of the sector continues to grow, but are your health insurance premiums going through the roof? Broker Stephen MacLaren crunches the latest numbers and explains what it means for expats wanting to retire here in the UAE. Plus, Bitcoin crossed 50 thousand dollars this week, for the first time in two years - we speak to digital assets advisor Toby Young. And, as earnings season continues - we hear from Hazem Ben-Gacem, Vice Chairman of Investcorp Capital and Co-CEO, Investcorp Holdings on their latest numbers.
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13 Feb 2024. We’ve got all the insights from the World Governments Summit as Richard headed down there to find out the latest. UAE-based Gargash Group has announced the opening of the Mercedes-Benz Brand Centre, a first of its kind facility in the region. As part of World Radio Day, we broadcast live from the centre at the Dubai Design District and speak to Thomas Schulz, General Manager, Mercedes-Benz (Dubai) about the radical disruption of the auto industry. Plus, as earnings season continues, we hear from not one, but two CFO’s about their latest earnings - first Adnoc Gas CFO Peter Van Driel and then Adnoc Drilling CFO, Youssef Salem.
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12 Feb 2024. We have the latest on how Dubai's heavy rain is effecting flights with Dubai Aiports CEO, Paul Griffiths and we'll hear whats been happening at the World Government Summit as Rich headed down yesterday to bring us the latest. Dubai's RTA has approved the final design for flying taxis and vertiports (vertical airports) and they will be launched in the emirate by the end of 2025. Ahmed Bahrozyan, CEO, Public Transport Agency, RTA tells us more. Plus, we'll speak to Arnaud Verchere, Founder and Head of Strategy, Tonic International about today’s Superbowl that has set a new advertising record at $650 million, according to agency Dentsu, with the presence of Taylor Swift in the crowd drawing in unprecedented attention. And, a new auction-based taxi hailing service being rolled out in Dubai this month, which could end up reducing your fares - we speak to founder and CEO, Firdosh Sheikh.
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09 Feb 2024. We've got the latest on earnings from three big-name companies - Salik, Dewa and Emaar with Sameer Lakhani, Managing Director, Global Capital Partners. Plus, as Dubai records its best-ever annual tourism performance in 2023, with international tourist arrivals increasing by 19.4 per cent annually to 17.15 million, we'll hear from the Dubai department of Economy and Tourism on why it's been such a record year. Ahead of the Lunar New Year, we speak to Dubai-based family business magnate - Patrick Tsang, live from Hong Kong. And, we hear from one UAE law firm about why they're seeing an increase in IP applications.
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08 Feb 2024. We've got the latest on Adnoc Distribution which saw net profit dip slightly by around 4 per cent last year - we'll find out why with CEO Bader Al Lamki. Plus, Josh Gilbert, Market Analyst, eToro gives us reaction to some big earnings from Wednesday night, including Disney and Uber. He'll also give us the latest on earnings for weightloss drugs- Eli Lilly and Nintendo which have been released today. We'll find out what that record year for Dubai tourists felt like on the ground with Radisson boss David Allen and as Dubai’s prime residential property market grew at the fastest pace among all the global cities in 2023, Clementine Munro, Espace Real Estate gives us the latest.
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07 Feb 2024. We've got the latest on Dubai Taxi's preliminary results - they've seen a 54% increase in net profit year on year. Plus, retail Group LuLu is said to be picking support for an IPO - we look at the appetite for family company offerings with veteran market man Mohammed Yasin. Business Expansion Activity Across Saudi Arabia Sees 4X Increase Since 2018, Says AstroLabs first Saudi Market Entry Report - Alex Nicholls, Head of Enter KSA at AstroLabs quantifies the increase for us. We're also talking private jets with Thomas Flohr, Founder and Chairman of the Dubai private Jet company - Vista. They flew 87,000 flights last year – nearly double pre-pandemic levels. And, Wego data showed that Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and India remain the top travel destinations in Q4’2023. Mamoun Hmedan, Chief Business Officer at Wego tells us more.
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06 Feb 2024. That's according to new official statistics - driven by a drop of more than 9 per cent in oil activities. However, the non-oil economy grew by more than 4 and a half per cent. We'll have the latest on that live from Saudi. We're also joined by economist Dr Christopher Payne, Chief Research Officer, Coldwell Banker Saudi Arabia, who talks us through those Saudi GDP numbers. Plus, the head of IPOs at consultancy EY, Gregory Hughes, on the flurry of new listings in this year’s pipeline. And, we speak to commercial shipping expert, Dr. Krishna Prasad, as Egypt’s Suez Canal revenues fall by almost half.
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05 Feb 2024. We speak to aviation expert Nick Humphrey as he gives us his reaction to Emirates boss Sir Tim Clarke warning Boeing it's in the "last chance saloon" when it comes to fixing technical problems. Maurice Gravier, Group Chief Investment Officer, Emirates NBD joins us with a sobering message for investors: “expect modest returns, with high volatility.” Plus, we hear from Asad Jamil, Senior Consultant - Banking and Financial Services, Robert Walters about whether the jobs market is glass half full or half empty. And, we'll hear from Zbooni about their new c-commerce survey that shows we still want to deal with humans, not AI.
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02 Feb 2024. We'll look at why the BOE kept interest rates on hold with Ed Bell from Emirates NBD and get reaction to India's budget yesterday. We'll also speak to Borouge CFO, Jan Martin Nufer, about their 2023 earnings and what 2024 means for new office space with Ben Bargh of CRC. Plus, we'll speak to Motoring Journalist and Motor Mania host, Damien Reid, about Lewis Hamilton's shock move to Ferrari for the 2025 season.
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01 Feb 2024. We've got reaction to the Federal Reserve leaving interest rates on hold – with the UAE Central Bank immediately following suit and the UAE base lending rate remaining at 5.4% - that's with Ed Bell, Senior Economist, Emirates NBD. We also get his take on UAE petrol prices rising around 2 per cent. Plus, we cross live to the US as we speak to investor Keith Fitz-Gerald who has reaction to that Fed rate decision, and earnings from Boeing. We also look at what interest rates being on hold means for our housing market with the co-founder of Nomad Homes, Helen Chen. And, Emirates Post Group has just rebranded - we speak to the Group CEO, HE. Abdulla Mohammed Alashram, about where post is going.
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31 Jan 2024. We'll have the latest on the IMF report with reaction from Emirates NBD senior economist, Ed Bell who tells us what local conclusions we can draw from numbers on the world, oil and Saudi. Why are more than a third of UAE workers planning to switch roles in 2024? Zahra Clark, Head of MENA, Tiger Recruitment tells us what people are looking for this year and why it's a time of action. The World Gold Council's gold demand trends report has revealed annual gold demand fell by 5% in 2023 - Andrew Naylor of the World Gold Council gives us his reaction. Plus, Ras Al Khaimah has launched a massive mixed-use development that will have grade A offices and become the largest commercial business district in the northern emirates - Paula Jane Cox, a business owner fully integrated in supporting business growth in RAK, tells us more.
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30 Jan 2024. RAK Central will include more than 3 million square feet of office space, over 4 thousand apartments and three hotels. We'll find out why we're seeing growing interest in the northern emirates with Anthony Payet, Sales and Leasing director for Vibe Real Estate in RAK. Plus, RAKBank is the latest UAE lender to report record profit - the CEO of RakBank, Raheel Ahmed, joins us live in the studio to tell us if the UAE banking boom is sustainable. The world's largest cruise ship set sail this weekend- we'll speak to the regional managing director of Royal Caribbean, the company behind her. Finally, the Stanley Cup has gone viral, with sales chaos in the US - but are we seeing the same demand here? We'll speak to regional distributor Ramrod General Trading.
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29 Jan 2024. We’ve got the latest on Dubai’s international growth initiative, the Fed and BoE setting rates and what’s moving the oil price this week with Ed Bell, Senior Economist, Emirates NBD. Plus, tech valuations are on the rise - but so are tech layoffs; we'll look at what it all means for the region's tech workforce with recruiter Andrew Croft. We’ll also look at where investment is likely to flow into the region with a new report from Lumina Capital. And why are UAE banks reporting blockbuster profits – and can they keep it up? Veteran banker Asad Ahmed tells us more.
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26 Jan 2024. We've got the latest on US GDP at 3.3% for the fourth quarter and that fighting talk from Christine Lagarde – as well as reaction from economist Khatija Haque. It's a double dose of real estate leaders today as we speak to Aldar Development CEO, Jonathan Emery, who's here to tell us about his latest development. And he’s brought a mate - Chef Izu! He'll tell us why he's getting involved in this latest project. We'll also speak to Arada real estate CEO, Ahmed Alkhoshaibi, who explains why they're seeing huge demand for premium communities in Sharjah. Plus, we're talking about the finance of football: as Real Madrid knock Manchester City off their perch as the world’s richest club, Deloitte sports expert Izzy Wray is here to crunch the numbers.
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25 Jan 2024. We'll discuss top lawyer Habib Al Mulla's calling for a Salik price hike to curb congestion and we'll get the latest from Emirates NBD chief economist Khatija Haque on the sharp drop in Dubai inflation: is the cost of living really easing up? Plus, we'll hear from Clementine Munro, Associate Director - Head of Apartment Sales, Espace Real Estate about what fancy amenities mean for service fees - and rents down the road. And, as Shares of Tesla fall 5%, we'll speak to Jessica Amir, Market Strategist, moomoo on what that means for the company.
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24 Jan 2024. We get reaction to the New Hampshire primaries, with Professor Adam Ramey of New York University, Abu Dhabi. Plus, as China prepares to inject a quarter of a trillion dollars into its flagging stock market, veteran Asia investor Gary Dugan reveals his China strategy. We also hear from the property company using an online auction to rent apartments in a new building with Abdulla Al Shaibani, Founder, Alphabeta Properties and we'll look at what an uptick in projects from smaller developers means for the property market with Zann Johincke of Property Monitor. Finally, as the UAE scraps minimum payment for property golden visa - we'll find out what it all means with Merani, Senior Reporter, AGBI.
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23 Jan 2024. We'll get the latest on UBS raising its gold price forecast this year by 10% with Khatija Haque, Chief Economist, Emirates NBD, and we'll get her reaction to Japan's latest interest rates. We'll also speak to PWC partner Stephen Anderson about what the future holds for companies who fail to adapt in the face of technology. Plus, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation can now act as a court - we'll find out what that means for companies and claimants with the lawyer Jim Berry. And we're talking the economics of video games, as a UAE firm signs a Dhs200 million deal to open gaming centres across Saudi Arabia.
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22 Jan 2024. Khatija Haque, Chief Economist, Emirates NBD joins us to discuss Dubai's GDP growth. She'll also have the latest on Dubai real estate and Wall Street stocks that have set new records. Taking a deeper look at the Dubai property market, property expert Richard Waind, Betterhomes, takes us through those blockbuster Dubai property stats. Plus, we'll speak to the DME about their 33 per cent stake sale to the Saudi Tadawul. And, as Azizi starts work on a 'vertical' shopping mall in a skyscraper, we ask: does anyone really go shopping on the 7th floor? Veteran mall expert David Macadam tells us more.
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19 Jan 2024. As the UAE rolls over $2 billion of aid and pledges billions more infastructure - we'll find out the significance for Pakistan and the UAE. We'll also hear from Amena Bakr, Deputy Bureau Chief & Chief Opec Correspondent, Energy Intelligence Group about the surprise Saudi swoop on Dubai’s commodity hub. Plus, the UAE is closing in on its Operation 300 billion target for the industrial sector. We'll hear from His Excellency Omar Ahmed Suwaina Al Suwaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology for the latest on that. Finally, we'll find out about the region's most valuable brands with brand expert.
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18 Jan 2024. We'll have the latest from Dan Richards, Senior Economist, Emirates NBD on UK inflation and how its punctured interest rate cut hopes. We'll also speak to Jon Ede, Regional Director, Michael Page UAE on what people are looking for in the jobs market. Plus, as Samsung unveils its latest weapon in the smartphone wars - handsets powered by AI - regional boss Fadi Abu Shamat joins us in studio. And, we'll hear from Richard Quest, CNN Anchor and Correspondent as he updates us on the latest developments coming out of Davos.
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17 Jan 2024. We'll have the latest developments from Davos and the future of AI. We'll also cross live to Shanghai, for reaction to China’s breaking GDP data: what does lukewarm growth in the world’s second biggest economy mean for the UAE? That's with Weisi Xie, Director, Shanghai, Economist Intelligence Unit. Plus, we speak to the GM of OKX - one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges who have just been granted a regulatory license in Dubai that will allow it to offer crypto services to retail clients. And, as India’s stock market hits a record high, we speak to a UAE investment firm Lunate Capital giving retail investors access to India.
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16 Jan 2024. We speak to Standard Chartered global chief investment officer - and long term friend of the show - Steve Brice about his investment themes for 2024. Plus, as billionaires gather in Davos for the World Economic Forum, the former WEF boss Fred Sicre joins us to explain why he believes it's still a significant event. And, as Oxfam releases its report on the "decade of division" which has seen the wealth of the five richest men double since 2020, Simon Miln, Managing Director at Miln International joins us live from Davos where he's been sleeping rough in a tent in -17 to raise awareness of homelessness.
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15 Jan 2024. Daniel Richards, Senior Economist, Emirates NBD gives us the latest on the situation in the Red Sea as oil prices flip-flopped last week amid the regional instability. As container shipping rates for key global trade routes soared this week, with U.S. and UK air strikes on Yemen stirring fears of a prolonged disruption to global trade in Red Sea, one of the world's busiest routes, we hear from the founder of online broker Container X-change. Plus, we hear from Slav Shakhov, Managing Partner, Cooper Fitch as he explains there's been a 6% increase in the number of new jobs in the GCC in quarter four 2023 when compared with quarter four 2022. Finally, could free transport for students in Dubai help curb the traffic? We'll have more on that with James Mullan, Founder, Which School Advisor.
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12 Jan 2024. We'll hear from Ed Bell on that surprisingly hot US inflation report – and what it means for YOUR loan payments. As UAE school operator Taaleem posts a record revenue of Dh258.7 million during its first quarter, rising 11.5 per cent on the back of a 26.6 per cent spike in student enrolments, Alan Williamson, CEO, Taaleem joins us to tell us what's behind the numbers. Plus, the IEA is predicting big growth for renewable energy this decade -we'll find out what role we can play in it with Robin Mills. Finally, with be talking gold with Chris May, CEO, Dubai Golf as Rory McIlroy headlines the field at the inaugural Dubai Invitational this week as the 2024 DP World Tour begins.
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11 Jan 2024. We get the latest from President Sheikh Mohammed's visit to India with Shalini Mittal, Principal Economist, Asia, Economist Intelligence: EIU who explains how relationships are being strengthened and find out the key economic takeaways with Ed Bell, Senior Director, Market Economics, Emirates NBD. We'll also be talking cups - Stanley Cups to be specific and why everyone's raving about them. As air travel passes 99% of pre-pandemic demand, we hear from Kashif Khalid, Regional Director – Middle East & Africa, IATA. Plus, we'll speak to Hoor Al Khaja, Senior Vice President - Operations, Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) about Dubai being crowned the No.1 global destination in the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for the third consecutive year. Finally, we'll be talking property with Espace Real Estate MD, John Lyons, exploring the key findings from their latest report.
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10 Jan 2024. The Dubai private sector has seen its best performance for 16 months in December, as new PMI data shows one of the fastest rises in new orders and job creation in more than four years. We've got the latest on that as well as The World Bank report who have issued a dire warning on the global economy - it's on track for the worst half-decade in 30 years- that's with the author of that World Bank report - Deputy Chief Economist Ayhan Kose. Plus, we'll speak to Property Finder's Chief Revenue Officer about Dubai's record breaking growth in the real estate sector. And Frank Kane, Editor-at-Large, AGBI tells us the trouble he's facing currently with the rental market.
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09 Jan 2024. Ed Bell, Senior Director, Market Economics, Emirates NBD joins us to discuss his outlook on oil prices which fell 4% overnight, as Saudi cut prices for sales to Asia. We also hear from Fadi Ghandour, Executive Chairman, Wamda Capital to discuss why start-up funding in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) has seen a decline. Plus, healthcare billionaire Dr Azad Moopen reveals why he’s selling a billion-dollar stake in his Aster empire. Finally, as Saudi broadcast giant MBC closed 30% higher on its stock market debut, we'll hear from Faheem Aziz, Chief Executive Officer, Safa Capital to find out why its shares surged to 32.50 riyals ($8.66) shortly after trading opened.
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08 Jan 2024. Friday's US jobs report was potentially a game changer on inflation, as could be the latest developments in the Red Sea - Ed Bell, Senior Director, Market Economics, Emirates NBD has the latest on that. We'll also hear from aviation expert Geoff Thomas about the US 737 Max 9 grounding, and what it means for Boeing. Plus, we'll find out what the Red Sea situation means for retailers trying to ship goods into Dubai with furniture superstore boss Jens Ravnbol of Jysk.
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05 Jan 2024. Hiring in the private sector rose at a faster-than-expected pace in December, closing out a strong 2023 for the resilient U.S. jobs market. We've got all the details on that with Jeanne Walters, Senior Economist at Emirates NBD. We'll also speak to Hart Hodges Center for Economic and Business Research, Professor, Dept. of Economics, Western Washington University to get his take on the jobs market. We'll hear from Kirti Meghnani, Head of Procurement at Choithrams on how the delays to global trade caused by attacks in the Red Sea are set to inflict months of disruption and imminent price rises on supplies of household items and foodstuffs. Plus, we'll look at what these security issues in the Red Sea mean for the cost of shipping insurance - that's with a Singapore-based insurance expert. Finally, we'll be looking at Dubai Duty Free's ground breaking sales year with their COO - Ramesh Cidambi.
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04 Jan 2024. We'll have the latest on the new Dubai PMI data from Jeanne Walters, Senior Economist at Emirates NBD as the UAE private sector saw strong growth in December, with the latest PMI reading the second-highest since mid 2019. Plus, as Saudi Arabia’s non-oil sector witnessed the fastest sales growth since July 2023, with the Kingdom’s Purchasing Managers’ Index hitting 57.5 in December, we'll get the latest from Omer Zakaria, Associate Director - Country Head Saudi Arabia, Robert Walters. We'll also discuss IHG Hotels & Resorts as they are set to open a headquarters in Riyadh as Saudi Arabia becomes more important to the hotel group, with more than half of its regional hotel pipeline in the country. Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, Middle East and Africa, S-W Asia IHG Hotels & Resorts has the latest on that. Finally, Simon Penney joins us to tell us about being appointed as a Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George after a five-year stint as Britain’s trade commissioner for the Middle East and Pakistan.
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03 Jan 2024. Elon Musk’s Tesla has been knocked off the top spot as the world’s best-seller of electric cars. We talk electric car wars, as China's BYD dethrones Tesla with Craig Stevens, CEO, Dubicars.com. Plus, we speak to the CEO of soon to list robotics company Micropolis about their IPO plans. And, a look at the potential - and potential pitfalls - for start-ups in 2024 with Najla al Midfa of Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center.
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02 Jan 2024. Strategist Keith Fitzgerald of Fitz-Gerald Group reveals his Wall Street “deal of the decade”. Plus, we asked David Mackenzie of Mackenzie Jones what the year might hold for wages here in the UAE. And, real estate data guru Zhann Johincke of Property Monitor discussed what we might happen to property prices - and rents this year, 2024.
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We wrap up our series of ‘Christmas Guest Co-hosts’ with Jasper Hope – the man who launched Dubai Opera House, who’s doing it all over again in Riyadh.
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We discuss the economics of NYE - starting with how much will it cost you to drive home with chauffeur service Blacklane. Plus, demand for a nice boat, with the boss of Seven Yachts and the demand for a posh meal with the boss of Dubai restaurant BB Social.
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We talk planes, trains and motorbikes with this morning's Christmas Guest Co-host - DXB boss Paul Griffiths.
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We look in more detail at the Emiratisation scheme for the education sector with Sean Robison, CEO, BBD Education. Plus, talking about the growth and future of media industry with global media intelligence company, Mazen Nahawi, Founder & CEO of CARMA.
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We continue our ‘guest presenter’ series, with the media mogul Sunil John, President, MENA, BCW and Founder of ASDA’A BCW.
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We speak to aviation expert Vinamra Longani of SGI Aviation about the need for more seats between the UAE and India. Plus, we look at the booming market for medium-stay accommodation with the boss of BNBME, Vinayak Mahtani. And, we discuss the 'winners and losers' on local stock markets for 2023 with Andrew Tarbuck, Partner, Head of Capital Markets, Al Tamimi & Company.
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It's almost the end of the year and how to end it with distinguished guest! The Business Breakfast invited the author, columnist, financier, businesswoman and academic Dame Heather McGregor DBE FRSE. She unveils the keys to her triumphant career and wisdom on achieving success in the business world.
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We found out why cheese is this season’s must-have present, with the CEO of online retailer Joi Gifts, Rami Kahale. Plus, why January 1st is such a big day for UAE corporate tax with ADCB's head of taxation, Addison Younan, Head of Tax at Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADBC).
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Big focus on aviation this festive morning on The Business Breakfast! Paul Griffiths talk us through the DXB Airport expected 258,000 passengers this holiday period and how they prepare for it. Plus, Managing Director of Wizz Air, Johan Eidhagen talks through how they’ve doubled both their flights and their passenger numbers this year. And, could rents finally fall in 2024? Louis Harding from Betterhomes talk trends for the new year.
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Over 120 container ships are being rerouted away from the Red Sea, as logistics companies look to rail and air as possible alternatives. We speak to global trade expert Matt Stanley on how soon that shipping disruption will impact shoppers. Plus, UAE proptech startup, has announced that its mortgage unit in the UAE has processed a record AED 1 billion+ (USD $270 million) in home financing in November 2023. We reflect the boom in demand for mortgages with Sawan Karia, Head of Brokers Channel of Huspy. And, why global investors reckon M&A will recover next year despite continuing pressures on capital? We find out with Nicholas McDonagh, who’s a Senior MD in the region for Teneo.
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We talk the etiquette of firing and hiring with leadership recruitment expert Nathalie Spree, Partner at August Leadership. Plus, nearly half of shoppers are planning to spend more this year than last, and only a quarter are cutting back. Analysis of those numbers with Shane McGinley, the News Editor of Arabian Gulf Business Insight (AGBI). And we speak to Jessica Constantinidis, Innovation Officer EMEA at ServiceNow about the new survey that 79% of surveyed UAE employees agreed that digital skills give people an edge in business.
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What all this actually means for ships carrying stuff through the Red Sea? We asked Capt. Zarir S. Irani, Managing Director, Constellation Marine Services. Plus, Dubai’s made the Middle East the only region in the world to see FDI growth this year. We’ll find out why and look ahead to 2024 with Glenn Barklie, Principle FDI Economist at GlobalData. And Group chairman and CEO of DP World explain the reason behind their HQ move.
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Dubai is crazy busy this festive season, but who's coming and what do they want from their holiday? We speak to John Bevan, CEO at dnata Travel Group. Plus, we talk sustainable retail with the boss of Alpha Nero, Simon Hacker. And the “COO Whisperer” and best-selling author Cameron Herold tell us the core leadership skills you need to succeed.
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We ask Lisa Merod, Associate in Clyde & Co’s employment department what could it mean for private company sectors here in the UAE. Plus, it's mince-pie-onomics time - we speak to Tom Harvey of Spinneys about whether Cop28 means we're all roasting Tofurkeys for Christmas. We also look back at the year that was, focusing on tech with Paul Kelly, CEO and co-founder of Sila. And, we' ask Cafu why they're moving into the second hand car market.
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The Federal Reserve has held interest rates steady at a 22 year high. It's the third meeting in a row that rates have held. We get the economist view on what a pause in interest rate movements means for business in Dubai and what it means for mortgage activity with Mathew Montgomery of Espace Real Estate. Plus, a 'historic' global climate deal has been agreed at COP28. We discuss and analyze with Karl W. Feilder, Founder and CEO, Neutral Fuels. And, we say Happy Birthday to Dubai Duty Free - 40 years of Tang and Toblerone. We're joined by the one and only Colm McLoughlin.
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We look at the recent salary survey with Trefor Murphy, Founder & CEO of Cooper Fitch. Plus, we discuss the UAE GDP growth with ICAEW expect, Scott Livermore of Oxford Economics Middle East. And, property boss Lewis Allsopp tell us more about some new numbers that suggest house sellers may be setting their expectations too high.
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12 Dec 2023. As the text of a draft deal at COP28 has stopped short of calling on nations to gradually phase out fossil fuels, resulting in strong reactions from countries and delegates here, we hear from Christina Voigt. Christina has worked as a legal adviser and climate negotiator for the Government of Norway for more than 10 years. With COP28 drawing to a close, a draft text of the summit agreement has prompted widespread backlash from countries vulnerable to climate change. Tanzeed Alam, Managing Director, Earth Matters Consulting explains how fossil fuels and finance remain key hurdles in the negotiation text at the climate summit. We'll also hear from Steen Jakobsen, Chief Investment Officer, Saxo Bank on their annual Outrageous Predictions for 2024. The eight predictions focus on a series of unlikely but underappreciated events which, if they were to occur, would send shockwaves across the financial markets. Finally, we're talking all things tax with expert John Casey, General Manager - Virtuzone Accounting & Tax.
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11 Dec 2023. As Sultan Al Jabr tells climate negotiators to get a wriggle on - why does the global economy need a climate deal? And what does reducing emissions mean for the UAE economy? All that with Ed Bell - Senior Economist Emirates NBD. The UAE on Sunday set out a green powered action plan aimed at driving efforts to achieve new environmental goals - we'll speak to Adrienne Doolan, CEO, Green Touches Echoes of Sustainability to get her thoughts on what companies can do to be more sustainable. Plus, as the Cop28 President calls for negotiators to come together, we'll get the current state of talks from Estonia's Vice-minister of Climate. Finally, we'll hear from Nila Pendarovski, General Manager, Rove Expo -on who's been checking in to the only hotel on site at expo city, located in the coveted blue zone.
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08 Dec 2023. As Saudi Arabia offers a 30 year tax relief for companies moving their headquarters to the Kingdom, we speak to KSA specialist Alex Nicholls about what this tax waiver could mean for take up. Plus, we'll hear from tax law expert Thomas Vanhee about how the Saudi tax regime is evolving. We'll also get the latest on Binghatti Holdings plans to build a luxury residential Mercedes-Benz tower in Dubai with CEO Muhammad Bingatti. Finally, we'll be talking re-commerce with Lynn al Khatib, VP Communications, Chalhoub Group as the market in the GCC is expected to hit a value as high as $780 million by 2026, up nearly 60 per cent compared to 2022.
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07 Dec 2023. The buildings breakthrough, the global push for near zero emission and resilient buildings by 2030, has been unveiled at COP. But what came out of the discussions? We get the latest from Dan Richards - senior economist, Emirates NBD. We also hear from Saeed Al Abbar, CEO, AESG about the agreement involving 27 countries and what kind of regulations he wants to see come out of it. Plus, we get the latest on Putin's oil visit to the UAE and Saudi Arabia from Sean Evers, Founder & Managing Partner, Gulf Intelligence. Finally, we'll hear from Eric Salomons, Executive Vice President, Head of Product Development, DFM on their pilot programme for trading carbon credits, scheduled to debut at COP28.
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06 Dec 2023. We get the latest from Senior Economist, Emirates NBD - Dan Richards and get his take on the pledges we've seen so far and what their knock on economic impacts may be. As the president of the ongoing UN climate talks, Sultan al-Jaber, hits back at claims he denies a core part of climate science, we speak to Karl W. Feilder, Founder and CEO, Neutral Fuels + International Speaker on Net Zero to get his take. Plus, we hear from John Kelly, Rolls-Royce President for META about how its innovations in technology are serving to enable the process of decarbonising hard to abate sectors like aviation, and how these can be accelerated through government support and regulatory frameworks. Finally, we speak to Sarah Townsend, Senior Editor, AGBI about Cop28s total funding pledges made to date.
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We get the reaction to the Apple launch of Dubai-based tech journalist Daanesh Kalyaniwalla. Plus, we get the lowdown on the Lulu IPO, from lawyer Andrew Tarbuck, Partner, Head of Capital Markets, Al Tamimi & Company. And, talking oil demand with Matt Stanley, Client Liaison Lead, Middle East, Africa and Asia, Kpler & Co-host of the Smoking Barrel Podcast.
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Ahead of tonight’s new iPhone launch - we speak to tech researchers Counterpoint, as smartphone sales fall to their lowest in a decade. Plus, we talk education as Georgetown University announced the launch of its new Executive Master of Business Administration (Executive MBA) program at the DIFCAcademy in Dubai. And, Dubai's first tokenised equity crowd funding platform will be launch, we find out more with Scott Thiel, Managing Director at TOKO.
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It's a deep dive of what happened with G20 meeting in India. We've got reaction from two economist: Shalini Mittal in Delhi and Ed Bell in Dubai. We also also have Christopher Seymour, Head of Strategy and Investment for Middle East, Africa and South Asia Mott MacDonald and Chair of RICS MEA and his take about the landmark East-West railway and shipping deal. And, we talk gold with the team from the World Gold Council.
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08 Sep 2023. We find out what the meeting means for the UAE - who has been invited as a special guest, plus what the mood is on the ground. We also look at July's incredible air passenger numbers with regional IATA boss Khalid Kashif.
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07 Sep 2023. The new voluntary end-of-services scheme which will let employees invest their savings got us thinking if companies move away from gratuities - will they also move away from splitting salaries into basic and allowances? We ask recruiter Oscar Orellana-Hyder, Co-Founder, Cordell Partners. Plus, we look at the future of bricks-and-mortar retailing. Fuad Mansoor Sharaf, Managing Director – UAE - Shopping Malls, Majid Al Futtaim Properties joined us to discuss their new platform to promote home grown brands. And, we talk luxury property with Espace Real Estate.
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06 Sep 2023. We get the investment perspective from Dean Kemble, Chief Commercial Officer, GSB Capital & the savings angle from Mohammed Al Ali of National Bonds. Plus, we talk remittances with Alex Holmes of Moneygram. And, how big a problem is the clickbait listings for the real estate industry? We ask Kieron Franklin of Nunza Real Estate.
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05 Sep 2023. We get both the lawyer's view and the compensation expert's take on that new end-of-service benefits scheme. Michael Chattle is from the lawfirm Pinsent Masons and Martin McGuigan is from Comp & Ben Middle East. Plus, we look at tax breaks for small companies in the UAE, with lawyer Nils Vanhassel.
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04 Sep 2023. UAE Astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi has successfully landed back on earth after spending 6 months in space - listen back to the historic moment. Plus, we look at what a UAE-New Zealand CEPA could mean for both countries with New Zealand based economist Dr. Oliver Hartwich. And we speak to new Dubai Future District Fund MD Nader Al Bastaki about where he wants to take the fund.
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01 Sep 2023. Petrol prices are up around 9% for September - we find out why and what they mean for us on the ground from economy expert - Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD and energy expert - Sean Evers. Plus, we talk VCs from the US looking to the UAE for investments with Zafer Younis of SVVI. And, we talk the business of sport with former Rugby legend Matt Tait ahead of the Dubai Sevens.
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31 Aug 2023. We talk perfume-nomics - we get the perspective from local perfume manufacturers Ajmal and the International angle from CPL Aromas. Plus, as the UAE non-oil trade climbs 14% to a record high, we asked Emirates NBD economist Dan Richards to put those trade numbers in context for us. And, padel courts are booked out - but is this normal for the summer season? We ask Max Marsh Pickard, General Manager, Padel Art.
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30 Aug 2023. Hasan Nergiz, Managing Director - Electric Mobility Company, Al Futtaim joined us to discuss the cost, after a Compare the Market report ranked the UAE the fourth cheapest country in the world to charge an electric vehicle. Plus, Abu Dhabi is planning to introduce caravans and RVs as glamping options to boost tourism. We get details from Vinayak Mahtani of BNBME. And, is using AI for writing academic essays a form of cheating? We ask Professor Nancy Gleason of New York University Abu Dhabi.
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29 Aug 2023. Taimur Khan of CBRE also told us that Dubai is on course to hit 100,000 deals this year - up from 33,000 in 2019. Plus, we'll speak to e& capital's Kush Shah about why the telco is on an investment spree. And, we cross to Germany to speak to IRENA about a new report that shows just how much money renewable energy is saving the world.
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28 Aug 2023. As UAE students go back to school today - we hear from the CEOs of GEMS Dino Varkey & Taaleem Alan Williamson about the economics of education. Plus, we talk school buses & the increase of tech in education.
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25 Aug 2023. The airline's CCO Adnan Kazim spoke to Richard about their plans to reduce ticket rates and how they are dealing with the new COVID variant. Plus, the UAE and Saudi Arabia are among six countries invited to join BRICS. Dr. Chris Payne, Chief Economist at Peninsula Real Estate explained what this means for the GCC countries. And, we find out about a new app that lets you find out how much your neighbours are paying in rent with Lewis Allsopp, Group CEO, Allsopp & Allsopp Real Estate.
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24 Aug 2023. Nila Pendarovski, General Manager, Rove Expo joined us to explain what they're seeing on the ground but first began by telling us about Choithrams setting up shop in the hotel. Plus, we look at UAE travel trends with Lovrenc Kessler of Simon Kucher & Partners. And, are Chinese buyers having an impact on our property market? We ask Simon Spencer of ESPACE Real Estate.
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23 Aug 2023. As prices of onion, tomatoes, and rice rises, we asked two supermarket chains what this means for us in the UAE. Tom Harvey is from Spinneys while Ashutosh Chakradeo is from Choithrams. Plus, as the BRICS countries meet in South Africa, we find out from Dr. Chris Payne about the power of these emerging markets.
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22 Aug 2023. DXB CEO Paul Griffiths joined us to discuss the numbers and they're expecting to see 'record breaking' numbers in the winter season. Plus, it's 100 days until COP28 opens its doors in the UAE - our very own Richard Dean has been looking ahead to the event. And, we look at what a potential strike in Australia's LNG plant could mean for energy prices in Asia with Justin Dargin of Carnegie Endowment.
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21 Aug 2023. Ahmed Galal Ismail, CEO, Majid Al Futtaim – Holding joined us to discuss the numbers. Plus a bit of a football focus on the show this morning - we speak to Diego Lopez of Global SWF about the Saudi investment into football & Bubs Felix about the popularity of women's sports after the success of the World Cup.
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18 Aug 2023. Global smartphone shipments could be the worst in a decade, according to research from Counterpoint. Richard Windsor, Director at Large of the research company told us why people are not willing to change their phones faster. Plus, as DP World sees first half profit drop, but revenues rise - we asked Rustin Edwards, Head of Fuel oil Procurement, Euronav about shipping costs.
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17 Aug 2023. Rental car company Selfdrive.ae told us they're seeing a spike of up to 30 per cent in demand this summer. CEO Soham Shah explained the story behind the numbers. Plus, Craig Stevens, CEO of Dubicars.com joined us to talk about Vietnamese EV makers VinFast after their stock market evaluation soared. And, Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO, Dubai Chambers told us about the spike they have seen in H1 when it comes to company registrations.
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16 Aug 2023. We dig into the report by GBTA about the return of business travel with Ali Haider of Nomadic. Plus, a new central bank decision on car insurance premiums could affect consumers, says Policybazaar.ae. CEO Neeraj Gupta explained the changes. And, as US retail sales rose more than expected last month despite rising interest rates. Ed Bell of Emirates NBD explained the significance behind this data.
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15 Aug 2023. We celebrate Indian independence day by examining the business & cultural links between UAE & India with Piyush Singh of Tremis Capital. Plus, as DAE has bought 64 new Boeing planes, we ask Firoz Tarapore why they've decided to pick up this order book. And could AI investments reach $200 billion by 2025? Goldman Sachs research thinks so. We asked Siddhartha Bhatia of Dataiku if AI could replace our jobs.
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14 Aug 2023. We speak to one company that is providing employees early access to salary. Omair Ansari, CEO and co-founder, Abhi explained who is asking for the early salary. Plus, we look at why July was a boom month for house and apartment rentals with Paul Kelly of Allsopp and Allsopp. And, as Air Arabia saw net profit increase by nearly three times in Q2, compared to the year before - we ask aviation expert Vinamra Longani what this means for the industry.
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11 Aug 2023. We find out why July is seeing new property records in a traditionally quiet month with the man behind that Property Monitor report, Zhann Johincke. Plus, as US inflation rises slightly, to 3.2 per cent we crossed to Seattle to speak to Vladimir Dashkeev, an economics professor about those US inflation numbers. And, we hear from Houston-based energy expert - and former Dubai resident - Dr. Jim Krane about what's going on with European gas prices.
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10 Aug 2023. We speak to regional IATA boss Kashif Khalid about those rising passenger numbers - and ask if high ticket prices can hold post-summer. Plus, it's Barbie day! We find out what the billion dollar movie could mean for the box office in the UAE. That's with Roxy Cinema director Murray Rea. And finally, are the high tourism numbers in Dubai having an impact on the short-term let in our property market? We ask John Lyons, Managing Director, Espace Real Estate.
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09 Aug 2023. New PMI numbers show strong growth in Dubai's private sector in July while the figures from Dubai Economy and Tourism report shows that the GDP grew 2.8% in Q1. We discussed the numbers with Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism & Khatija Haque, Chief Economist of Emirates NBD. And, Dubai residential property has seen its highest monthly capital growth since 2014. Haider Tuaima of ValuStrat has the story behind the numbers.
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08 Aug 2023. Aramco profits still stand at 30 billion dollars & Matt Stanley of Kpler explains what's the story behind the number. Plus, we look at the Egyptian economy after their 100 basis point hike in rates with Carla Slim of Standard Chartered Bank. And, we look at Dubai's booming hospitality sector with David Allan of Radisson.
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07 Aug 2023. Google's latest offering to bring employees back to the office is to encourage them to stay in a hotel owned by Google, closer to their offices, in a bid to cut down commute time. We asked Oliver Baxter of Workplace Maven what he made of this offering. Plus, after this weekend's storms, we found out how busy Dubai's maintenance companies have been -with Luke O'Brien of Octopus. And, we speak to Simon Ritchie as burger chain Pickl is targeting 50 new GCC locations over the next five years.
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04 Aug 2023. Knight Frank says their latest research shows a 23% spike in Dubai office market in the first half of 2023. We asked James Hodgetts - Partner - Occupier Strategy and Solutions, Middle East and Africa, Knight Frank what employers are looking for at the moment. Plus, as Amazon shares climbed 10% amid stellar revenue growth; but shares of Apple fell as iPhone sales declined. We crunched the numbers with Analyst Jessica Amir of moomoo. And, as ADNOC Logistics and Services reported a jump of 327% in net profits, we asked their CFO Nicholas Gleeson what is behind the growth.
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03 Aug 2023. New PMI reading for the UAE was 56 in July - down slightly from June; S&P economist Ralf Weigert joined us to explain the numbers. Plus, as markets continue to fall after Fitch downgraded the US economy, we asked Ed Bell of Emirates NBD how concerned we should be about this downgrade. And, as Facebook and Instagram start selling blue ticks in the UAE – yours for Dhs47 a month – we ask social media expert Steph Farah if it devalues the brands.
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02 Aug 2023. Ed Bell from Emirates NBD explains that robust UAE growth forecast. Plus, we spoke to the eSim company disrupting telco's roaming revenues, about the funding it's just got from - e&. Ahmet Bahadır Özdemir is the Co-Founder / CEO of Airalo. And, we talk all things gold demand in India with Jeff Rhodes and Andrew Naylor from the World Gold Council.
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01 Aug 2023. Lawyer Rebecca Kelly of Clyde & Co. explained why UAE judicial authorities are setting up new offices to deal with financial crime, including money laundering. Plus, we look at what effect the increase in fuel prices could have on inflation with Emirates NBD economist Ed Bell. And, do you prefer using eSIM when you travel? Richard Dean says roaming services on our UAE number is cheaper. Do you agree?
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31 Jul 2023. We find out more about the penalties that will come into force tomorrow for not keeping proper corporate tax records with lawyer Nils Van Hassel from DLA Piper. Plus, as ADIB reported a 68% year-on-year rise in Q2 profit - we speak to their Group CFO Mohamed Abdel Bary on that growth. And, are you considering buying an EV? Research from Cars 24 says EV searches are booming in the UAE – CEO Abhinav Gupta tells us how many of these inquiries are turning into bookings.
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26 Jul 2023. DIFC Courts says over 700 wills have been registered in the first half of 2023 but we asked Amna Al Owais, Chief Registrar, DIFC Courts why this growth has been a bit slow. Plus, RAKBANK has posted a 71% jump in profits in H1. Their CEO Raheel Ahmed told us whether he was surprised by this number. And, we speak to one business that set up during COVID to find investors! Khaled Talhouni, the MD of Nuwa Capital explained why they left their jobs to start an investment company.
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We go through those new inflation numbers with Emirates NBD senior economist Daniel Richards and find out where in the Dubai economy prices are easing. Meanwhile, rents have risen more than 32% annually. We speak to the man behind the report, Haider Tuaima, Director and Head of Real Estate Research at Valustrat. And, as Elon confirms that he killed off the Twitter bluebird logo - replacing it with the letter 'X' - we reveal what it means for UAE advertisers and users with ad agency Leo Burnett.
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We asked Toshita Chauhan, Business Head of Policybazaar.ae where do we stand with travel insurance when it comes to cancellations. Plus, with the Dow Jones stock index enjoying its longest rally since 2017, where should you invest? Veteran investor Gary Dugan joins us live. And do we need more oil? IEF says the world could face an oil shortage. Oil expert Matt Stanley, Partnerships Lead, Middle East at Kpler shared his take.
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We speak to National Bonds about their survey which found more than a third of us want to retire here in the UAE. Insurance broker Stephen MacLaren of Seven Insurance Brokers share where are we in terms of affordable coverage for retirees. Dr. Neil Nijhawan of Burjeel Holdings explain what does this mean to your healthcare costs. And we look at the retirement visa take up with Fragomen.
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That's according to a new survey from National Bonds, which found only 8% want to return home. So we asked how much do you think you need to retire comfortably in the UAE? Plus, venture capital funding for Middle East tech start-ups took a big hit this year, down 42% to $1 billion so far. We speak to the research firm behind the report, Philip Bahoshy of Magnitt. And, catch-ups with covid era companies - wedding planners that pivoted twice - and are still going strong.
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We asked the Head of Product Development at DW Travel, Emily Jenkins. Plus, we look at what so significant about India and UAE to use dirhams and rupees for trade with Dr. Suyash Bhatt of AFTI Dubai. And discuss what weaker than expected GDP numbers out of China mean for the rest of the world with Weisi Xie of Economist Intelligence Unit.
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It was signed in Abu Dhabi, where UAE President Sheikh Mohammed met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. We speak to Rudolph Lohmeyer of Kearney Middle East to find out what does high-profile head-of-state visits say about the UAE’s place on the world-stage. Plus, what does Dubai's growing population mean for its short term let sector? We speak to Louis Bowers of AirDXB Group about their Q2 numbers. And, Shopify cracks down on meetings – even a small one costs $1,000 in wasted time. We get the thoughts of Amanda White, occupational psychology at Talogy Middle East.
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We look ahead to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit to the UAE with President Sheikh Mohammed in Abu Dhabi tomorrow, to discuss economics and energy ties with Shalini Mittal, Principal Economist at Economist Intelligence Unit. Plus, as China announces AI legislation - and Elon throws his hat into the AI ring - we speak to one lawyer about the tricky business of regulating AI. And, new interview series kicking off today! We're checking in with businesses that launched in covid to see who has made it through, starting with Daniel Wanies, Co-Founder, CarniStore.
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13 July 2023. Emirates has launched an on demand, private charter service for passengers for short flights within the region. Khalid Bel Jaflah of Emirates Airline told us how it would work. Plus, The PIF has reported a loss of nearly 11 billion dollars for 2022 - we'll look at how sovereign fund strategy is evolving with Faheem Aziz of Safa Capital. And, we look at those US inflation numbers and what this would mean for interest rates in America and in turn, the UAE.
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12 July 2023. New rules in the UAE mean companies with 20-39 employees must hire at least 1 Emirati by the end of 2024. We spoke to David Mackenzie of Mackenzie Jones to find out what this means for recruitment. Plus, Alan Williamson, the CEO of Taaleem joined us to discuss their latest earnings. And we speak to Dubai startup Revibe who has raised $2.3 million in seed funding.
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11 July 2023. Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD joined us to discuss the readings. Plus, India is poised to become the world’s second largest economy by 2075 - we get details of how the country will achieve this with Prof. Rudra Sensarma of IIM Kozhikode. And, Dubai has ranked in the top 10 most searched destinations for long-haul travel this summer. Olivier Ponti, Vice President Insights, ForwardKeys - the people behind the survey tells us more.
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10 Jul 2023. Tony Douglas, formerly of Etihad, joined us live from the Kingdom to talk about the new airline he's taken charge of - Riyadh Air. Plus, we discuss the latest employment report by Cooper Fitch that showed a slowdown in the UAE market but a surge in Saudi Arabia. And, we discussed the price of gold with Chandu Siroya of Siroya Jewellers.
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07 Jul 2023. Private companies in the UAE have to fulfil the latest Emiratisation target today - so we got a legal perspective from Lisa Merod of Clyde & Co. about the rules around the hiring & the recruiting perspective from Talib Hashim, Managing Director of TBH Advisory. And we talk to IATA about the continued demand for seats in planes. Kashif Khalid is the regional director for MEA.
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06 Jul 2023. We asked Khatija Haque, Chief Economist, Emirates NBD why the UAE is so attractive to investors. Plus, we cross to Oman to speak to Andrew Spearman of Six Senses Zighy Bay as business booms in our near neighbour. And, Roberto Firmino is the latest football legend to move to Saudi Arabia. We speak to Steve Bainbridge of Greenberg Traurig about the lucrative Saudi football league.
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05 Jul 2023. RAKEZ's new Q2 figures from 2023 shows 132% increase compared to the same period in 2022. We speak to their CEO Ramy Jallad. Plus, Emirati homeowners will see their burdens eased by a new ruling from the UAE Central Bank to limit the impact of interest rates. We get details from Zhann Johinke of Property Monitor. And, as the 8th OPEC International Seminar gets underway in Vienna, we speak to oil analyst Amena Bakr of Energy Intelligence Group about what we can expect from the talks.
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04 Jul 2023. What do these numbers mean for the USA? We ask Justin Dargin of Carnegie Endowment in Washington DC and Professor Adam Ramey of New York University in Abu Dhabi. Plus, as Saudi Arabia has prolonged its oil production cuts, we ask Sean Evers what this means for prices. And, as Teslas posted record delivery numbers, we spoke to Craig Stevens of Dubicars.com about the boom internationally but when will we see it in the UAE.
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03 Jul 2023. Monte Safieddine, Analyst at IG told us what he makes of Apple's stellar numbers. Plus, we crossed to Pakistan for the latest on that economic lifeline from the IMF. And, we find out why the founder of ChatGPT is being sued.
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26 Jun 2023. We've been asking Dubai's business leaders what they will be reading this summer. Plus, we hear from the Literary Editor of FT - Frederik Studemann about how they pick books for their book club. And Stephen King, Senior Economic Advisor, HSBC joined us to discuss inflation, what's on his reading list, and whether he will write a song on inflation.
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23 Jun 2023. We speak to Barshali Bhattacharya of Economic Intelligence, the author of the report, to find out why Dubai is not in the top 10. Plus, we crossed to Washington to speak to Dr. Sara Vakhshouri, Founder & President, SVB Energy International as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi continues his state visit. And, as the UAE Central Bank lowered its GDP growth forecast for this year - we ask Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD what this means for us.
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22 Jun 2023. We answer your questions on the rising cost of living – globally and here in the UAE – with a range of experts, including economist Ed Bell of Emirates NBD, Group MD of Betterhomes Richard Waind, and the guys behind one of the world's largest cost of living reports - Mercer. Plus, we talk the commodity market with Ole Hansen, Head of Commodity Strategy, Saxo Bank.
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21 Jun 2023. A report from Julius Baer has ranked Dubai as the 7th most expensive city in the world for luxury living but what does it mean for regular cost of living? This sparked a huge debate and divided our studio's opinions. Plus, we look at the state of the remittance market after a decline in 2022 with Delma Exchange. And, we speak to the boss of Emirates Development Bank, after it allocated Dhs100 million to ‘food tech’ start-ups in the UAE.
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20 Jun 2023. YouGov's latest cost of living survey says 44% of us in the UAE have noticed a decrease in our disposable income - Zafar Shah explains. Plus, we have a special focus on Dubai's Financial Market - we speak to the CEO of DIFC's Innovative Hub - Mohammed Al Blooshi & Patrick Meaney of DFSA.
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19 Jun 2023. Mamoun Hmedan of Wego joined us to explain the increase in Eid holiday bookings and just how much we are paying for it. Plus, we crossed live to China to speak to EIU's Weisi Xie, as US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken visited Beijing. And, recruitment on Wall St is at its lowest since the Financial Crisis. Is that the UAE's gain? We speak to headhunter Andrew Croft.
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Economist Khatija Haque explained the ECB decision and statement. Plus, finance chief of Commercial Bank of Dubai, Darren Clarke, told us why they’ve raised half a billion dollars though a so-called ‘green bond’. And we looked at why the ICAEW has lowered its growth forecast for the Gulf with their economic advisor Scott Livermore.
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The UAE Central Bank confirmed it would do the same. We cross live to Professor Vladimir Dashkeev at Seattle University for reaction. Plus, we speak to the real estate firm selling Dubai's most expensive house - for a cool 750 million dirhams. And a chat with Redington, the technology solution provider, who have just crossed the $10 billion threshold.
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That's according to a report by Henley & Partners. We speak to Philippe Amarante, Managing Partner and Head at Henley & Partners Middle East DMCC to find out who are these people and what they are looking for. Plus, we speak to Group CEO Adel Abdullah Al Ali about Air Arabia's' plan to double its fleet capacity this year. And, the team from Gallup discuss their latest State of the Global Workplace 2023 report: reveals that workplaces in the UAE remain the most highly engaged in the MENA region with 27% of UAE employees engaged and thriving at work.
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It's our big “cash vs culture” debate. What’s more important when you pick your next job? Range of experts weigh on these including recruitment experts Nathalie Spree of True Search and David McKenzie of Mackenzie Jones. Plus, what to expect from today's US inflation report with economist, Khatija Haque.
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The Dubai property market saw a 2.51% price growth in May, according to Property Monitor. We ask report author Zhann Johincke if what goes up must come down. Meanwhile a new report from Allsopp and Allsopp argues that we're seeing this year is consistent, sustained growth. We speak to the boss Lewis Allsopp. And, Dubai ranks first globally in attracting FDI projects in cultural and creative industries in 2022. We speak to Neel Shukla, Senior Art Consultant at Four Seasons Ramesh Gallery.
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That's according to a new survey from Michael Page UAE. We spoke to Luke Tapp, Partner, Pinsent Masons and get his take. Plus, Google is the latest tech company to try and pursuade employees to turn up. Workplace specialist Oliver Baxter explained whether the office has changed forever. And producer Shruthi Rajendran joined us live from South Korea about the return of tourism after the mask mandate was dropped recently.
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We talk theme-park-nomics with the man who runs them all on Yas Island, Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi of Miral. Plus, we look at what SeaWorld might add to the Abu Dhabi economy with Nicola Gleeson of New York University. And as travel demand continues to soar, we'll look at how busy Etihad expects to be this summer with Fatma Al Mheiri, VP UAE Sales, Etihad Airways.
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We cross live to our very own golf correspondent, Tom Urquhart live in KSA to get all the details. Plus, Careem has been making headlines with its 'dirhams for delay's campaign. We ask their global head of food Alex Golden if he has any regrets. And as Dubai Chambers register 15,000 new members this year, we speak to President and CEO, Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah.
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Both Dubai and Abu Dhabi have jumped up Mercer's annual cost of living index, which measures the most expensive cities in the world for expats. Vladimir Vrzhovski, Financial Services and Technology Industries Lead at Mercer Middle East joined us live. Plus, National Bonds raises its stake in Dubai school operator Taaleem to 22%. We find out more with Taaleem CEO Alan Williamson. And we looked at the increased investment into sports in KSA which is hoped to pay dividends with Chris Brown, Co-Founder, Number Ten + Managing Director, CBF Performance-Education-Management.
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Saudi Arabia and other OPEC+ oil producers on Sunday announced further oil output cuts of around 1.16 million barrels per day. We crossed live to Vienna to speak to OPEC correspondent Amena Baker. Plus, how much is your summer travel costing vs 2019? We' look at the continued recovery in air passenger traffic with regional IATA boss Kashif Khalid and travel agent Emily Jenkins on the soaring cost of summer flights.
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02 Jun 2023. As Corporate Tax officially launched in the UAE yesterday, we asked Monica Malik, Chief Economist, ADCB what this will mean for the country's economy. Plus, we look at what might come out of this weekend's OPEC+ meeting with energy expert Matt Stanley. And, as shares of ADNOC Logistics climb 55% on their stock market debut, we speak to their CFO Nicholas Gleeson.
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It’s June 1st – UAE corporate tax begins TODAY, with exemptions for some businesses and organisations. Basel Arafe is the Corporate Tax Partner at Deloitte UAE joins us live. Plus, a focus on all things aviation as Air New Zealand’s survey will weigh people before boarding with Vinamra Longani, Head of Operations at Sarin & Co. We talk tech with H.E. Omar Al Suwaidi, from the Ministry Of Industry & Advanced Technology. And, we find out what corporate tax effects on your property market, with Espace Real Estate.
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Gulf News and Khaleej Times newspaper in the UAE has decided to stop printing the physical newspaper on weekends. Anshuman Joshi, Director Sales & Publishing at Gulf News & Al Nisr Publishing talk us through the business case behind the decision. Plus, ratings agency S&P has affirmed its AA rating on the Abu Dhabi economy – one of the highest in the world, economist Trevor Cullinan of S&P outlined the main findings. And, latest report that Dubai is now home to hundreds of Russian startups and investors. We speak to the author from Wamda, Triska Hamid.
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30 May 2023. Chef and restaurateur Jason Atherton joined us to talk about the restaurant industry. Plus, we talk about the economics of video games, as new research says it will double to $6 billion by 2027 with Klaus Kajetski of Yalla Esports. And, Knight Frank has been looking at the future of Dubai's luxury real estate market - and its all about parks. We speak to head of Middle East research Faisal Durrani.
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29 May 2023. We look at what we know about the deal (very little) & what that means for our region with Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. Plus, as Dubai pledges to make public transport net-zero by 2050, we speak to transport expert Vitali Bielski of Frost & Sullivan. And, Souqalmal founder Ambareen Musa has a new financial offering - and this one aims to bring financial literacy to the workplace.
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26 May 2023. Dubai Developer BinGhatti's Muhammed BinGhatti joined us in studio to discuss their collaboration with luxury car brand Bugatti to build the new ultra-luxury Bugatti residences. Plus, Beachonomics! We'll look at at what plans to increase Dubai's beachfrontage by 400% mean for the economy. And, energy economist Robin Mills of Qamar Energy spoke to us about clean energy investments and that blockbuster ADNOC Logistics IPO.
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25 May 2023. Kristalina Giorgieva says no! The IMF boss defended the US currency, telling an event in Doha: “Don’t kiss your dollars goodbye yet!” We get detailed analysis on these comments from Ed Bell of Emirates NBD. Plus, is the UAE ready for EVs? We ask Thomas Ingenlath, CEO of Polestar. And, we look at the UAE property market with Abdullah Alajaji, Founder, Driven Properties.
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24 May 2023. As new companies begin to move into their offices at the Expo City Dubai site, 3000 employees will be working by September. Plus will AI replace investment advisors? We ask Investment Strategist Henk Potts from Barclays Bank. Multi-billion dollar company Checkout.com is the first fintech to be granted a Retail Payment Services licence from the Central Bank of the UAE. Why is that important? We’ll find out.
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23 May 2023. What is the right amount to tip servers and delivery drivers? We asked restaurateur Andre Gerschel about the tipping culture in the UAE. Plus, Elon Musk has dropped the prices for Teslas again the US. Does the man have a plan? We ask Craig Stevens, the CEO of Dubicars.com. And, we crossed to Cannes where Tom Urquhart is our man on the red carpet at the Film Festival.
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22 May 2023. We hear from Emirates NBD's Ed Bell about the key takeaways from the G7 countries meeting which included India and Ukraine. Plus, we talk hydrogen with French energy firm Engie – they have a $5 billion deal with Masdar here in the UAE. Stephan Cobert, Senior Vice President of Hydrogen for Asia, Middle East and Africa, Engie joined us to explain the importance of hydrogen. And, Dubai's done well financially out of hosting the region's leading art fair, but what's the knock-on effect of Art Dubai? We'll ask their Executive Director, Benedetta Ghione.
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As we wrap up our final broadcast from ICD Brookfield Place - we look at how Japanese stocks have hit their highest level since 1990, as G7 leaders meet in Hiroshima today. Rodrigo González is a Tokyo based economist with the Economist Intelligence Unit and he explained what this meeting means for Japan and the world. Plus, we speak to one of ICD Brookfield Place's newest tenants: White & Case, one of the world’s Top 10 law firms. We asked Debashis Dey why they decided to set up an office here. And, we speak to JLL about ESG goals as more companies set up in the UAE.
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Dr. Chris Payne, Chief Economist of Peninsula Real Estate explained what he made of these numbers - is that too low a prediction? Plus, we hear from John Lyons of Espace Real Estate to ask if there's been a slowdown in the property market. And, we hear from Sharif El Bedawi- the ex-Silicon Valley investors who’s bringing the V-C spirit to Dubai.
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The World Travel and Tourism Council says travel and tourism spend in the UAE should come just 1 and a half per cent below pre-pandemic highs. We speak to Julia Simpson, President and CEO of WTTC. Plus, we talk baggage handling and trust in ensuring your bags arrive at your destination with Nicole Hogg, Product Management Director, Baggage, SITA. And, We speak to Knight Frank's head of regional research, Faisal Durrani and ask him how much longer does this property boom have to run?
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The boss of SVB has criticised the Federal Reserve, saying the Fed's messaging on interest rates and inflation being transitory sent out wrong ideas. We ask Gary Dugan of Dalma Capital, what he makes of this. Plus, Corporate tax registration is open - we find out how to do it properly with tax expert Shiv Mahalingham. And, 80% recruiters say they prefer hiring people with a gaming background. Abdulrahman Al Hazimi, Partner Manager at YouTube, who carried out the survey joined us to explain the results.
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UAE employees work harder than almost any other in the world according to a new survey. But is that a good thing, we ask workplace culture expert Lucy D'Abo of Together. Plus, as it is the final day for UAE companies to report their earnings, we ask Faheem Aziz of Safa Capital what we're seeing in the market. And, we speak to Dubai's latest food delivery about why we need a new one - and why they're different - Abdullah Al Mutawa is the Founder & CEO of Get Cari
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12 May 2023. As earning season continues we look at Emirates results with lawyer Nick Humphrey. Plus, we look at the Q1 numbers of ADNOC Gas with Peter Van Driel & Al Ansari Financial Services with Rashed Al Ansari. And, we discuss the most unlikely person to become the next CEO of Twitter, after Elon Musk announced he's leaving the post.
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11 May 2023. With this bit of breaking news this morning, we spoke to aviation expert Vinamra Longani of Sarin & Co. to find out what this move means for sustainability in the aviation sector. Plus, we discuss the newest listing by ADNOC - 15% of its logistics and services unit - with the CFO Nicholas Gleeson. And,we speak to the boss of Agthia - Alan Smith about their Q1 figures & what this proxy data tells us about the population of the UAE.
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10 May 2023. ADNOC will list 15% of its logistics and services unit - and we asked Matt Stanley of Kpler what this means for the company. Plus, we talk trust in UAE companies on the back of an international report with H.E Tariq Bin Hendi, Middle East Chairman, Edelman. And, we ask for your suggestions of the UAE equivalent of 'leave some butter on your bread' when it comes to IPO listings.
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09 May 2023. CEO Paul Griffiths joined us to discuss the incredible growth & how they've revised their forecast. Plus, our special focus on generative AI -first with Jasim Al Awadi of Du & Nancy W Gleason of NYU Abu Dhabi. And, we talk Azizi Development's expansion into the luxury hospitality sector with Michael Zager.
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08 May 2023. The CEO of IBM has said that work from home could ruin employees' promotion opportunities. We hear from a number of HR experts - Oliver Baxter of Workplace Maven & Suzanne Gandy of Bayut & Dubizzle. Plus, as the Saudi economic growth slowed to 3.9% in Q1, we asked Khatija Haque of Emirates NBD to put those numbers into context for us. And, we discussed a new way to pay rents in the UAE with Walid Shihabi of Keyper.
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We take legal advice on those changes to the mandatory unemployment scheme with Lisa Merod of Clyde and Co. Plus, coronationomics! We speak to Dubai resident who has already been honoured by the new King. And, looking at earnest season Shell reports stronger than expected profits with energy expert Amena Bakr.
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And The UAE Central Bank immediately followed suit, raising the base rate by 25 basis points. We get the reaction on what it means for us here and in our mortgages, from economist Daniel Richards & Gil Van Gelder, Sales Director, Espace Real Estate. Plus, we look at what the region's CEOs are thinking and feeling - and how much they're getting paid with Jack Khabbaz of Cooper Fitch.
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The UAE private sector saw its sharpest rise in new business in a year and a half last month, that's according to new PMI data. Economist Daniel Richards gave his reaction. Plus, Brandy Scott is down at ATM 2023 and speak to Emirates Airline President Tim Clark saying financial results are “exceptionally good this year”. And, its earning season - oil and gas giant BP has reported strong profits for the beginning of the year as energy prices remain high. We get the thoughts of energy expert Sean Evers.
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Day 2 of ATM 2023 is well underway - we look at how long revenge tourism can last with the COO of Hotelbeds, Carlos Munoz. Plus, we speak to the new CEO of Jumeirah Group Katerina Giannouka to talk us through the five-year plan to strategically align the Jumeirah business and how the business is doing currently. And, we talk sustainable travel with Brian Moran, VP Global Sustainability Policy & Partnerships at Boeing.
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It's day 1 and we've got Emirates Airline CCO Adnan Al Kazim in studio to explain how the tourism industry is in terms of recovery. Plus, focus on the Saudi tourism market with Muzzammil Ahussain, CEO, Almosafer. And the economist's view of what rising petrol prices mean for our cost of living with Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. We also find out how the rise echoes what's happening in energy markets with oil expert Matt Stanley.
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28 April 2023. As the Dubai Food Festival wraps up its first week, we took a look at the restaurant industry. We spoke to George Kunnappally, Managing Director, Nando’s & Spero Panagakis, co-founder of BB Social. Plus, as ENBD and FAB reported their earnings, we spoke to Gary Dugan of Dalma Capital about the performances of banks in the UAE.
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As more of us are moving house, we look at what's happening to storage rates with The Box Self Storage and if warehouse storage is feeling the pressure with Knight Frank. Plus, we talk short term rentals with Calum White of White & Co.
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We look at those UAE hiring numbers with Cooper Fitch CEO Trevor Murphy. Plus, everyone seems to be moving and the population is booming we ask Easytruck what their numbers are telling them. And, we speak to author Patrick Kane about becoming bionic - and his new book, Human 2.0.
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Knight Frank sets new record for most expensive plot sale value with AED 125 million Deal on Jumeirah Bay Island. Who's involve and how the deal come together? We asked Andrew Cummings, Partner and Head of Prime Residential at Knight Frank.
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U.K. Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab resigned last Friday over bullying, we discuss bullying at workplace with professor Amanda Nimon-Peters of Hult Business School. Plus, the UAE Ministry of Finance says certain organisations will be exempt from corporate tax. We find out what those new tax exemptions mean in practice with lawyer Shahram Safai of Afridi and Angell. And, did the annual Ramadan sales result in a spike in car sales? We find out with Sonny Bains, Managing Director, Expat Motors.
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As we countdown to the Eid Al Fitr holidays, we look at where people are traveling for the break from the UAE with Mamoun Hmedan of Wego while how many are staying here and travelling within the Emirates with Philip Wooler of STR and the new releases out in cinemas this weekend with Murray Rea of Roxy Cinemas.
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18 April 2023. Last month was the strongest March on record for Dubai property sales - we spoke to Zhann Johincke of Property Monitor about those figures. Plus, as the defamation trial of Fox News begins over its coverage of the US election, media lawyer Fiona Robertson of OSN joined us to explain the story. And, duty free sales are up as travel spending is predicted to boom - we hear from Ramesh Cidambi of Dubai Duty Free & Rabia Yasmeen of Euromonitor.
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17 April 2023. A Dubai court has fined KPMG AED 800 million over the collapse of Abraaj. KPMG have said they will appeal the decision. We asked Raza Mithani, Managing Partner, Conselis Law about what happens next in this ongoing saga. Plus, we look at the four economic zones to be set up in Saudi Arabia & find out what it means for companies looking to do business in Saudi, and what it could mean for the Saudi economy. And, we talk insurance trends during Ramadan and Eid with Caroline Bertrand, Chief HR and Marketing Officer, GIG Gulf.
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14 April 2023. We speak to Fahed Ghanim, CEO, Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle about their latest research on spending during the Holy Month. Plus, as the IMF spring meetings in Washington draw to a close, we get the inside story from someone with a front row seat: Professor Afshin Molavi, of Johns Hopkins University in D.C. And we discuss the world of entertainment with the UK's best paid TV presenter, Jack Whitehall, ahead of his live gig in Dubai this weekend.
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13 April 2023. We get reaction to that US inflation data from economist Preston Caldwell in Chicago. Plus Tony Graham in Minneapolis told us about the reaction in the US & Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD - to find out what it means for rates and currencies here in the UAE? And, as Dubai's newest mall is set to be built next to the Expo 2020 Dubai site, we look at the business case for the mall with Ben Bargh of CRC Properties.
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12 April 2023. Private schools in Abu Dhabi will be allowed to increase fees from the next academic year. So we asked Shaun Robison, CEO, BBD Education how these funds will help the education institutes. Plus, we're looking at the other half of the Careem super app deal, the company that paid $400 million for half of it. Hatem Dowidar is the group CEO of e&. And, the IMF has revised the UAE (and the global) growth forecast - so we asked Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD - how they're reading this report.
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11 April 2023. We're looking in-depth at the local investment story making headlines around the world, including Careem CEO Mudassir Sheikha live in the studio, talking about that billion-dirham deal with Etisalat and Uber. Plus, as the UAE prepares for Corporate Tax, we speak to Ton van Doremalen, Tax Partner, DLA Piper Middle East LLP & Chairman of the UAE Chapter of the International Fiscal Association about the upcoming changes. And, the World Bank has revised the growth forecast - we get details from Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD.
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10 April 2023. RAK Economic Zone saw the number of new companies signing up more than double in Q1. Ramy Jallad joined us to explain what's driving up the numbers. Plus, as the UAE Minister of State for Finance Mohamed Al Hussaini heads to Washington for the IMF Spring Meeting, we ask Masood Ahmed about the UAE's role in the meeting. And, we discuss more flights between UAE and Canada with John Gradek of McGill University.
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07 April 2023. The UAE has offered tax breaks for small companies with less than Dhs3 million of annual revenues as the 9% corporate tax comes into effect this summer. We asked Shahram Safai of Afridi & Angell Legal Consultants who qualifies for the ‘Small Business Relief’. Plus, we discuss the shocking OPEC+ production cuts with Robin Mills of Qamar Energy. And, we look at the latest air transport numbers with the local IATA boss Kashif Khalid.
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06 April 2023. We speak to Alaa El Huni - Chief Business Officer of CAFU about their plans & how they actually make money. Plus, Gold is holding steady above $2,000 an ounce, the highest in a year - we get details from Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. And, how does Donald Trump's arrest impact the economy? We ask Adam Ramey of NYU Abu Dhabi.
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05 April 2023. We take a look at the job market in the Kingdom with Aaron Fletcher, Senior Manager - Hays Saudi Arabia & just how much people can earn to make the move. Plus, the UAE private sector has seen employment rise at its fastest pace in 8 months, according to new PMI data. We get details from Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. And, we talk video games, as Saudi Arabia pledges $38 billion to invest in the sector with gaming expert Klaus Kajetski of YaLLa Esports.
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04 April 2023. Job seekers in Dubai are asking for higher salaries as the cost of living rises - that's according to research from True Search. Nathalie Spree joined us in studio to discuss the findings of their survey. Plus, we crossed live to Abu Dhabi with economist Monica Malik: her take on OPEC’s shock oil cuts, and what it means for inflation here in the UAE. And, do you know how Reebok got its name? Co-founder Joseph Foster joined us in studio to reminisce about the creation of the brand.
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03 April 2023. Oil surged 5% in early Asian trade after OPEC+ announced production cuts of more than a million barrels a day - we get reaction from economist Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD & former oil broker Matt Stanley (currently of Kpler). Plus, which professions are the most and least reliable? We hear from Nigel Sillitoe of Insight Discovery and their latest survey. And, Thomas Pramotedham, CEO, Presight AI joined us to discuss his company's success after announcing their listing on the ADX.
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31 March 2023. The UAE will announce petrol prices for April tonight, so we asked Amena Bakr of Energy Intelligence Group what might determine the prices and whether they will go down. Plus, as Goldman Sachs says 300 million jobs will be hit by AI, we speak to economist Jason Schenker, author of “Jobs for Robots - Between Robocalypse and Robotopia”. And, we try to twist the Gwyneth Paltrow trial into a business story. Did we succeed?
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30 March 2023. All eyes have been on the banking sector worldwide after the collapse of SVB over in America and UBS stepping in to help Credit Suisse over in Switzerland. While it cannot be called a crisis yet, we asked KPMG what this means for the UAE banking sector. Abbas Basrai, is a Partner and Head of Financial Services at KPMG Lower Gulf. Plus, We'll hear from venture capitalist Arjun Sethi on the current state of things for start-ups.And, in light of that Goldman Sachs report and Tech CEO letter, just how much is AI going to impact the job market in the future? We ask Oscar Orellana-Hyder, Head of Financial Services, Robert Walters Middle East.
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29 March 2023. ADNOC has signed a $2 billion deal with BP to invest in Israeli gas. This comes as UAE and Israel signed a deal to reduce customs duty in a bid to boost bilateral trade. We spoke to Keren Uziyel, Senior Analyst & Country Risk Service Manager, Middle East & Africa, Economist Intelligence about the significance of these deals. Plus, Israel economist Keren Uziyel joined us live, with the latest on the economic impact of street protests in Tel Aviv. And, can you ban Binance? US regulators are trying to but Irina Heaver the Crypto Lawyer says otherwise.
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28 March 2023. Shares of Presight AI soared 143% on their stock market debut in Abu Dhabi. We discussed the company's performance and just what they do. Plus, yesterday, Al Ansari Exchange priced its IPO at the top end of the range, valued at Dhs7.7 billion. We spoke to Rashed Ali Al Ansari live on air about how the family run company is preparing for their listing. And, we talk IPL with Maaz Sheikh after Starzplay acquired streaming rights for the tournament.
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27 March 2023. Some schools in Dubai are notifying parents that fees will go up from the 2023-24 academic year while some have informed parents that they will not be hiking fees. We spoke to David Westley of Which Media - what he made of these announcements. Plus, we talk gold - from the sharp increase in prices with John Reade of the World Gold Council, to the TV show about the famous London gold heist with gold expert Jeff Rhodes.
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As the Holy Month of Ramadan gets underway, we asked Talib Hashim of TBH advisory what he expects to see during the month with hiring but he also explained why jobseekers should never turn down an invite to Suhoor. Plus, the CEO of TikTok has defended the Chinese social media company in a 5-hour testimony to US Congress. Dubai media lawyer Dino Wilkinson gives us his take on the TikTok controversy in the US. And, the Bank of England governor says current bank woes are NOT a repeat of 2008.
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23 March 2023. Jay Powell announced the decision to raise rates by 25 basis points and the UAE Central Bank immediately followed suit; the base lending rate here is now 4.9%. We spoke to investment expert Keith Fitzgerald in Seattle to ask what he made of this decision and Ed Bell of Emirates NBD about what this means for us in the UAE. Plus, what does this mean for the property market in the UAE? We ask John Lyons of Espace Real Estate. And, we talk about the rise in demand of luxury commodities with Massimo Vidoni, The Truffleman of Dubai, Importer and supplier of top fresh Truffle & Caviars, Founder of ITALTOUCH.
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22 March 2023. Markets are pricing in a 25 basis point rate hike by the Federal Reserve tonight so we asked Ed Bell, Senior Director - Market Economics at Emirates NBD what they will be looking out for in Jay Powell's speech. Plus, the boss of Emirates Airline has urged India to boost landing slots between the UAE and India but the country's aviation minister issues a firm ‘no’. We asked aviation expert Vinamra Longani, what he made of the recent comments coming out of the aviation conference in Delhi. And, we look at what the IMF bailout will mean for the Sri Lanka economy with Rohan Samarajiva of LIRNEAsia.
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21 March 2023. We cross live to San Francisco where our correspondent is Brandy Scott! She’s meant to be there on holiday, but has of course been covering the banking crisis. We also hear from Dr. Stefan Gerlach, chief economist at EFG Bank in Zurich & Steve Brice, Group Chief Investment Officer at Standard Chartered Private Bank about whether this is similar to the banking sector collapse of 2008 with the Lehman Brothers. Plus, we talk about the oil leak in Kuwait that has led to a state of emergency in the country with Matt Stanley of Kpler.
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20 March 2023. We get the latest on that dramatic $3billion deal for UBS to rescue its long-time rival Credit Suisse. Plus, the UAE has allowed an increase in the price of chickens and eggs - we speak to Al Jazira Poultry farm about the effects on our grocery habits. And, Gordon Barr, employment lawyer at Al Tamimi & Co., clarified the rules on paid annual leave that haven't been used.
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17 March 2023. So far we've had mainly government entities privatising but what does a family firm like Al Ansari listing mean for our financial market? We ask Salmaan Khawaja, Partner - M&A and Transaction Advisory, Grant Thornton - UAE. Plus, as the European Central Bank raised interest rates by half a percent we spoke to Dr. Naseer Saidi, former Economy Minister of Lebanon & currently of Nasser Saidi & Associates about his economic take on the EU banking sector. And, Angus Blair joined us live from Cairo to discuss what the devaluation of the Egyptian currency means for their inflationary woes.
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16 March 2023. Nancy W Gleason, Director, Hilary Ballon Center for Teaching and Learning, Associate Professor of Practice, Political Science, NYU Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Campus joined us to discuss GPT 4 and how it is different from the current Chat GPT. Plus, we talk energy - from Russian oil to Europe's energy crisis and its impact on the UAE with Andy Critchlow of S&P Global Platt. And, is the rental market bonkers? We ask Emma Main of Espace Real Estate.
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15 March 2023. Famously, the Silicon Valley Bank helped startups to set up their bank accounts. So we asked Philip Bahoshy, Founder and CEO, MAGNiTT, what this collapse means for the region's tech startups. Plus, what does this collapse mean for the banking industry? We speak to veteran banker Gary Dugan of Dalma Capital. And, we look at what's next for Adnoc Gas as a listed company with CFO Peter Van Driel.
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14 March 2023. US President Joe Biden says the banking system is safe and that the money would not come from the American taxpayer. We hear from Simon Fentham Fletcher of Freedom Asset Management about what this means for the banking industry and from PK Gulati who was having talks with SVB as recently as last week. Plus, Bateel dates were part of the Oscars goodie bag given to some select winners. We asked Duncan Muir, Senior Director - Food & Beverage & Retail at Bateel about how they managed to strike this deal.
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13 March 2023. Saudi Arabia's PIF has announced a long rumoured new airline - Riyadh Air. We asked Nick Humphrey of Norton White about the emergence of a new carrier in the region and if this would mean more codesharing within the GCC. Plus, OSN joined us to discuss their recent deal with Warner Bros Discovery. And, so much market related news today - Adnoc Gas, Presight, IHC, Aramco - we put it all in context with capital markets specialist Mohammed Ali Yassin.
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10 March 2023. Jumeirah hotel has announced mobile check-ins for customers so we've been discussing whether it is better to have an online check-in or in person at the desk. We hear from Sanjay Sharma of the Jumeirah Group while Brandy and Tom pick different sides. Plus, we speak to the group CEO of Dubai's first IPO of 2023 - Rashed Al Ansari. And, we talk aviation recovery with Kashif Khalid of IATA.
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09 March 2023. Al Ansari Financial Services has announced plans for an IPO - the first Dubai listing of 2023. We get the details from Sameer Lakhani of Global Capital Partners and Andrew Tarbuck of Al Tamimi & Co. Plus, we discuss off-plan properties and their popularity in the UAE real estate market with Clementine Munro of Espace. And, we'll look at what Fed chair Jay Powell's comments could mean for interest rates with Morning Star.
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08 March 2023. As we mark International Women's Day, we asked Diana Wilde, Co-Founder, Aurora50 whether the mindset is changing at the workplace when it comes to equal opportunities for women. Plus, what are flight prices doing for Ramadan and Eid? We speak to Mamoun Hmedan, Chief Commercial Officer and Managing Director, Middle East, North Africa (MENA) and India, Wego. And, we discussed a new Hays report that says more than half of Gulf employees got a pay rise last year, with Sarah Dixon, Managing Director of Hays Middle East.
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07 March 2023. What does it mean for companies if they decided to move their regional HQs to claim Saudi's tax-free offer? We ask Shiv Mahalingham, International Tax & Global Transfer Pricing, The Cragus Group Limited. Plus, as G42 subsidiary Presight looks to raise close to half a billion dollars in an IPO, their CEO Thomas Pramotedham explains what the company does. And, we talk the business of setting up concerts and selling tickets with James Craven, President, Middle East of Live Nation.
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We've been let loose - just down to the Nation's capital. We were live today from the Abu Dhabi Global Market where we spoke to Linda Fitz-Alan, Chief Executive, ADGM Courts about the Resolve Forum & the very special guest flying in for the event, Hilary Clinton. Plus, as Abu Dhabi’s G42 Group gets ready to sell just over 30% of its data analytics subsidiary presight.ai in an IPO, we ask veteran investor Mohamed Ali Yasin about the latest addition to the ADX. And, we discussed the carbon calculator with Tim Cordon of the Radisson hotel group.
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03 March 2023. New research from Zurich says half of us got a bonus last year while 82% say they will invest it sensibly. So we've been asking you - how would you spend it? Plus, some breaking economic news - the UAE non-oil economy is growing at its fastest rate since Oct according to new PMI data. We discussed the figures with Ed Bell of Emirates NBD. And, what is a commuter community? Matt Gregory of houza.com explains.
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02 March 2023. We were on countdown duty this morning, as Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi got ready to blast off in Florida after the first flight was scrubbed - we spoke to a host of experts - someone who had their flight scrubbed and someone who prepares space food. Plus, as FlyDubai saw profits soar 43% in 2022, we asked Gaith Al Gaith, CEO of the airline - how much of that is because of the World Cup in Qatar & Expo 2020 Dubai. And, we look at the new tax laws for UAE expats.
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01 March 2023. We discussed the new research from Marsh with their UAE CEO Ayman El Hout who also told us about the lack of pension schemes in the country. Plus, we hear from Kitopi, the Dubai-based cloud kitchen about their latest acquisition. And, as Swiss investment firm Edmond de Rothschild becomes the latest finance firm to set up shop in Dubai, we ask headhunter Toby Simpson about the jobs that will be available in the market soon.
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We ask Robin Mills of Qamar Energy why this is being done so soon. Plus, we crossed to India, as Emirates asks for more landing slots, and weighs up a code share with resurgent Air India. Tarun Shukla, an aviation journalist, tells us what the story is on the ground in India. And, The UAE and other Arab nations have signed 2 billion dollars worth of industrial deals. We find out more from His Excellency Omar Al Suwaidi, undersecretary at the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology.
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27 February 2023. As Emiratis astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi prepares to blast off later today, we speak to a space expert at New York University Abu Dhabi. Plus, as the UAE non-oil economy is set to grow more than 4% this year, we ask Ed Bell about the Emirates NBD view. And, as HUB71 - Abu Dhabi's Tech Ecosystem - launched a new fund for start-ups, we asked Peter Abou Hachem, Head of Strategy and Product, Hub71 what that means for the capital.
UPDATE: These interviews were done before Sultan Al Neyadi's space launch was delayed.
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24 February 2023. We discuss everything from the rising food and energy prices to Dubai real estate market with Al Fullerton of TriBeCa 2050 Fund, Alessia Sheglova of Dacha Real Estate, and Amena Bakr of the Energy Intelligence Group. Plus, ADNOC could raise more than 2 billion dollars in a share offering for its gas unit. We speak to ADNOC Gas CEO Ahmed Mohamed Alebri.
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23 February 2023. 1 million visitors from over 163 countries have visited the Museum of the Future since it opened its doors a year ago. We asked Lath Carlson, Executive Director, Museum of the Future about the popularity of the museum and a hack - if you'd like to visit it. Plus, as UAE interest rates are set to stay higher for longer after the Fed minutes came out - we asked John Lyons, Managing Director of Espace Real Estate about what that would mean for our property market. And, we'll hear from the five-thousand-dollar-a-session therapist currently on a speaking tour of Dubai.
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22 February 2023. Room rates are through the roof & hotels are at full capacity to accomodate the high tourist numbers coming through the UAE - Simon Leigh of midmarket chain Premier Inn Hotels explains. Plus, we speak to UAE entrepreneur Shan Kadavil of the Indian food retailer FreshtoHome after it raised $100 million from Amazon. And, UAE military contractors win nearly Dhs8 billion of deals on day two of the Abu Dhabi military show, IDEX.
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21 February 2022. CEO Paul Griffiths joined us in the studio to discuss the numbers. Plus, as the Gulfood event enters Day 2, we talk the finance of food with the CEO of Agthia - Alan Smith. And, we discuss pilot shortage with Sir Julian Young.
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As Amazon tells staff to get back to the office at least 3 days a week, we speak to experts including Dr Amanda Nimon-Peters of Hult Business School & workplace specialist Oliver Baxter about what is better - work from home, the office, or a hybrid model. Plus, Dubai prime property saw one of the largest capital growths in the world last year, says Savills. We hear from Swapnil Pillai, their Associate Director of Research. And, Meta has announced plans to sell coveted “blue ticks” on Facebook and Instagram for $12 a month but would you buy it?
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Andrew Tarbuck of the law-firm Al Tamimi & Co. joined us to discuss the listing - after working on it. Plus, we hear from the Radisson Group's robust expansion plans in the UAE and the region. And, nearly 40% of us would quit our jobs for more money. We spoke to the recruitment company behind it.
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In this rent special episode, we speak to the man behind the research, Taimur Khan. Plus we look at what the listings tell us with Sarah Hewerdine of Houza. We speak to removals company owner Rick McIntyre about how many people are actually moving. And real estate lawyer Rita Ayoub discusses your rights if you get an eviction notice.
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15 February 2023. CEO Adel Al Ali joined us to discuss the numbers. Plus, as Emirates completed its five-week points devaluation programme - we heard from Dr.Nejib Ben Khedher - Divisional Senior Vice President, Emirates Skywards. Noon.com has completed its acquisition of Namshi & Ali Kafil-Hussain told us how this will work moving forward. And, we hear from Elon Musk who has been speaking at the World Government Summit in Dubai.
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14 February 2023. As Day 2 of World Government Summit gets underway, we hear from one of India's richest man - Sridhar Vembu of Zoho Corporation and from Uri Levine of the Waze map app fame. Plus, it is earnings season we spoke to Raheel Ahmed, CEO, RAKBANK about their highest annual profit. And, we talk Valentinonomics.
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13 February 2023. We speak to regional IMF head and WGS attendee Jihad Azour about what the region needs to do to prepare against inflation. Plus, as UAE healthcare group Burjeel reported over 50 per cent jump in annual net profit - we spoke to Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Chairman and Founder of the company about the numbers. And, flying taxis in Dubai could be seen in our skies very soon. Ahmed Behrozyan, CEO of RTA joined us to explain the latest development in air taxis.
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10 February 2023. As companies fight for Grade A workspace, we ask Thierry Delvaux, CEO, JLL Middle East and Africa whether this is the end for work for home. Plus, as Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC Distribution reported a 22% rise in net profit for 2022, Maryam Salman of Qamar Energy told us what this means for the economy. And, we talk family affairs with Jacques Visser of DIFC.
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09 February 2023. Clementine Munro, Associate Director - Head of Apartment Sales, Espace Real Estate joined us to discuss whether social media is a good tool for selling real estate - after a Dubai villa sold for $34m thanks to an Instagram and YouTube video campaign. Plus, we heard from H.E Omar Suwaina Al Suwaidi, Undersecretary, Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology about the growth of the UAE's industrial sector last year. And, UAE companies are posting record profits - especially banks like Mashreq, Abu Dhabi Investment Bank, and now Commercial Bank of Dubai. Darren Clarke is their Chief Financial Officer and he explained why banks are performing well in this economy.
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08 February 2023. Private sector companies have been told to increase their Emirati staff by 1% every 6 months. We asked Lisa Merod from the law firm Clyde & Co. what these changes meant for companies. Plus, are people booking Eid holidays earlier than usual? Atish Thapa of OTA Cleartrip joined us with their research. And we got the latest from President Joe Biden's State of the Union address in the USA which included an announcement of higher taxes on billionaires.
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His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade joined us to explain the surge in numbers. Plus, we talk takeovers with the boss of retailer GMG. Last year they bought Geant supermarkets; this week aswaaq. Mohammed Baker joined us in studio. And, we look at the UAE's record tourism numbers with Guy Hutchinson of Rotana.
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Dr. Zeenath Reza Khan of University of Wollongong in Dubai joined us to discuss ChatGPT and cheating in schools - with a shocking statistic of how many students cheat during exams. Plus, we hear from Dubai-based private jet operator VistaJet after they reported a 50% jump in revenue. And, we get a silicon valley insider's view of the recent layoffs in the tech world. Ann Hiatt is a Leadership Consultant, and former right hand to Jeff Bezos (Amazon) and Eric Schmidt (Google).
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We crossed live to New York with tech analyst Evan Shapiro, to digest a crazy week of earnings. Plus, as rate hikes continue: both the ECB and Bank of England raising by 50 basis points, we asked Ed Bell of Emirates NBD whether there was any surprise in this move. And, noon.com will stream IPL matches for the next 2 seasons. Neha Choudhary explains why they've decided to enter the streaming wars.
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We asked Ed Bell of Emirates NBD what this means for us in the UAE & Keith Fitz-Gerald, Principal of Fitz-Gerald Group about the US reaction to Jay Powell's speech. Plus, veteran investor Mohammed Ali Yasin, Capital Markets Advisor & Specialist gave us his take on what has been a pretty good earning season for UAE companies. And what does the rate hikes mean for our property market? We ask Sarah Hewersdine of Houza.com
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We find out what that means for us and for the global oil prices with Ed Bell of Emirates NBD and Matt Stanley of Kpler. Plus, we discuss the risks & rewards of the growing demand for second passports. And, we talk to Sky Kurtz of Pure Harvest Smart Farms about how UAE grown produce is going to Saudi Arabia.
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We understand what this means for the world economy as well as the UAE with Henk Potts of Barclays Private Bank. Plus, as New Zealand's former PM Jacinda Ardern stepped down we discussed the rising problem of burnout in the workplace with Scott Armstrong of mentl. And, we get the latest on the Adani Group vs. Hindenburg saga.
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We look at what last week's rain means for home and business insurance claims with insurance broker Anthony Cerchiai. Plus, big focus on travel and tourism: Dubai is set to add another 13 thousand hotel keys this year - increasing stock by around 9%, according to JLL, we speak to Faraz Ahmed. And we talk aviation with the boss of Whizz Air Abu Dhabi about 2022 results and their plans for 2023.
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Banking expert Asad Ahmed of Alvarez & Marsal crunch the numbers on FAB and Emirates NBD – both reporting record profit last year. Plus, we look at weather demand or supply, concerns or optimism keeping the oil price under $90 a barrel with Robin Mills, CEO, Qamar Energy. And we talk blockchain gaming with John Linden, CEO, Mythical Games.
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We look at the economic impact of the rain in Dubai - we hear from the boss of a food delivery firm; a schools operator; and the organiser of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic golf event, where play is suspended. Plus, talking real estate with John Lyons of Espace Real Estate about the biggest property stories this week.
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New research from Friends Provident says very few of us do. We speak to Nigel Sillitoe of Insight Discovery about the results of the survey. Plus, the Chief Commercial Officer of Emirates - Adnan Kazim joined us to explain the importance of Australian flight routes, as flights to Sydney and Melbourne return to pre-pandemic levels. And, it's a week until the deadline for new limited term contracts - employment lawyer Sabrina Saxena of Al Tamimi & Co. tells us what this means for companies.
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We speak to veteran investor Fadi Ghandour of Wamda Capital about the boom in the local stock market. Plus, we'll look at what the IPO boom means for smaller cap and international companies with Safa Capital. And, Simon Hailes, Head of Edelman Smithfield Middle East joined us to explain why we need good storytellers in the IPO sector.
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As we broadcast live from the MENA IPO summit series - we speak to the CEO of the DFM about what's fuelling the current IPO boom. Plus, with China’s borders opening we look at the impact that is having on Dubai’s hotel occupancy with Thomas Kurien of LEVA Properties. And, we talk cryptocurrencies with Saqr Ereiqat, Co-Founder, Crypto Oasis.
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Richard Dean was in Saudi Arabia to see the legendary match between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi & he joined us to explain what Ronaldo's move has meant for the Kingdom. Plus, as Property Monitor released its December real estate report with another record month we spoke to Zhann Johinke about the numbers. And, we look at the biggest energy stories of the week with Sean Evers of Gulf Intelligence.
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This special edition of the Business Breakfast comes to you from the Abu Dhabi Global Market where we were live for the 5th edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum (ADSFF). We hear from the World Bank's GCC director, Dr. Issam Abousleiman, about what the region needs to do to become greener financially. Plus, Dubai has ranked as the world’s most popular destination for holidaymakers in Tripadvisor’s 2023 Travellers' Choice Awards. We speak to Issam Kazim, CEO, DCTCM about this achievement. And, we talk property with Sarah Hewerdine of houza.
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We discuss the new numbers out this morning. Plus, we discuss recession concerns, GCC vs the world, with Richard Boxhall from PWC. We talk Cirquenomics with the boss of the Coca-Cola Arena - Mark Jan Kar. And, we wrap up over coverage of the World Future Energy Summit with David Hannah, Professor of Hydrology at the University of Birmingham and UNESCO Water chair.
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We hear from Dr. Al Jaber at the opening of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week plus we speak to H.E. Abdullah Al Shamsi, Assistant Undersecretary - Industry Growth at the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology. Dubai property prices will rise at a slower rate next year, according to Better Homes. We speak to Richard Waind, Group Managing Director at Betterhomes. Plus, we look at Invesco's latest report which shows what Central Banks need to do next to reduce inflation.
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We get the thoughts of some of our business leaders what they did as teenagers - and what advice they had for young entrepreneurs. Plus, the UAE is to invest 30 billion dollars in South Korea. Scott Snyder is the Senior Fellow for Korea Studies and Director of the Program on U.S.-Korea Policy, Council on Foreign Relations and he's been following the visit closely. We get his take on it and why it's important. And lots of green energy headlines at the start of ADSW - World Future Energy Summit starts today. Steve Severance of Masdar City joins us live. And as DMCC release their impressive numbers we sit down with their boss Ahmed Bin Sulayem for an extended chat.
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Dr. Sultan Al Jaber has been named the President-elect ahead of the climate change conference COP28 in the UAE later this year. We speak to Stuart Fleming of Enviroserve about the UAE's preparations. Plus, US inflation has fallen to 6.5% - its lowest level in a year. We get the US details from Preston Caldwell of Morningstar Research in Chicago while the local take with Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. And, we look at the top energy stories this week with Matt Stanley of Kpler.
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CEO Alan Williamson joined us to discuss their first set of numbers post listing on the DFM. Plus, the World Bank has slashed its global growth forecast - but what does it mean for us in the UAE? We ask Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. And, we look at the impact of the recent job cuts from Goldman Sachs and Blackrock on the UAE talent pool with Oscar Orellana-Hyder, Head of Financial Services, Robert Walters Middle East
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That's according to consultancy CBRE & we ask Farhad Azizi if this growth is sustainable. Plus, we speak to RAKTDA about their record breaking visitor number. And, Dubai has ranked third in a relocation list by Comparethemarket.com.au Hannah Norton is their Digital PR Manager and explained the results of their survey.
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New PMI data shows expansion but jobs and output growth is at a slower pace. Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD explained the results. Plus we look at changes to Saudi requirements for foreign companies to have an HQ in the Kingdom as well as the changes to the number of pilgrims who can go for Hajj. And, where to invest your hard-earned savings in 2023? Standard Chartered chief investment officer Steve Brice joined us live from Singapore.
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Emirates is increasing the number of Skywards miles needed for upgrades - which has led to a lot of discussion and debate in the studio and on the texts. Plus, Saudi Arabia has overtaken India as the world’s fastest growing major economy. And, the salaries for hiring Emirati workers is soaring, as new fines for Emiratisation quotas kick in. Talib Hashim of TBH Advisory explained what companies can do next.
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LPM Restaurant & Bar are offering its staff a four-day week & we asked Nicolas Budzynski how this scheme works but we also asked you - if you think it is sustainable. Plus, Dubai saw an 89% increase in visitors last year compared with 2021. Nicolas Mayer, Partner, Global Industry Leader - Tourism Partner, PwC Middle East joined us to explain the numbers. And, is the energy crisis over in Europe? We ask Amena Bakr, Deputy Bureau Chief & Chief Opec Correspondent of the Energy Intelligence Group.
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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has unveiled a Dhs32 trillion plan to double Dubai's economy in a decade. We ask Ed Bell of Emirates NBD how the emirate can achieve those numbers. Plus, a new report says that a third of all lawyers in the UK would prefer to work as legal consultants rather than salaried partners. Hussain Hadi, Former Head of Middle East Publishing at LexisNexis explained the results of their research. And, we celebrate Burj Khalifa's anniversary.
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We discuss the Portuguese international's stint with Al Nassr and what it means for sports in the region. Plus, we look at where to invest your hard-earned cash in 2023 with Veteran investor Mehdi Fichtali of FinaMaze. And, as companies are getting their first fines for not hitting Emiratisation targets - we ask Gordon Barr of Al Tamimi what's next.
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The UAE has named international economic partnerships and their expansion as one of its five government priorities for the new year. Economist Ed Bell shared his economic takeaways from this list, and economic goals for the year. Plus, as China opens up, we get the economist Mattie Bekink reaction on the impact on both China and UAE economy. We continue our 2023 prediction with CEO week - Saeed Al Abbar, a Dubai-based engineering consultancy AESG for the construction industry and Maaz Sheikh of STAZPLAY for streaming industry.
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It's a CEO special this week, as we ask the UAE's business leaders to look into their crystal balls. Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths shared what the year might hold for aviation. Group MD Richard Waind of Betterhomes for his property market prediction. And CEO Alan Smith of Agthia Group for his thoughts on 2023 food industry predictions and inflation.
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We’re counting down to NYE – chauffeur company Zofeur joins us to look at the logistics of the night. Plus, what Russia banning oil sales to price cap countries means for supply - and prices? We asked Nader Itayim, Middle East Editor at Argus Media. And we had a look with the sad passing of two legends, Pele & Vivienne Westwood.
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The cost of New Year fireworks displays in Dubai have doubled over the past two year- largely due to rising shipping costs, Tony Samuel of Flash Art explains. Plus, as China opens up, economist Jeanne Walters from Emirates NBD joins us to explain what it means for your business in the UAE. And the UAE made up more than 10% of the world's IPO value this year - but can we do it again? We ask Sameer Lakhani of Global Capital Partners.
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UAE's new Unemployment Insurance Scheme is to take effect on January 2023, what could this mean for hiring and firing of employees? We asked recruitment expert Toby Simpson of Striver.app. Plus, we continue our focus on the economics of New Years eve with the boss of Hyde hotel, which overlooks Burj Khalifa. And there's no pre-Christmas slowdown in Dubai's property market. Chinese market is coming back, what could it mean for UAE property market? We asked Zhann Jochinke, COO of Property Monitor.
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Regional boss George Kunnappally of Nando's says incredible yes! Plus, the UAE will roll out the new Unemployment Insurance Scheme from January 2023, just days before the unemployment insurance scheme kicks off, we speak to employment lawyer Lisa Merod from Clyde and Co.
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The regional boss of Hamley’s toy shop, David White explained what are this years Christmas top picks. Plus, we look at the energy predictions of 2023 with Robin Mills of Qamar Energy. And, we look at what's next for Sam Bankman-Fried of FTX.
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Nicholas McDonagh, Senior Managing Director, Member of Global Management Committee at Teneo joined us to explain the results of their survey. Plus, we're talking Christmas catering with the director of business operations at Jones the Grocer - Peter Green about the price of turkeys this year. And, we look at the bold predictions of 2023 with Sarah Hewerdine of Houza.com.
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Parents in Dubai are ditching outdoor gifts like trampolines this Christmas for those promoted through social media. Jonathan Watts, General Manager Al-Futtaim, Toys R Us and Watsons explained the trends. Plus, we look at the economics of healthcare, with the boss of Dubai-based hospital operator Amanat. Why has he just merged with a competitor – and what does 2023 hold in store? Dr. Mohamad Hamade, CEO, Amanat Holdings joined us live in studio. And, are you looking for a new job in 2023? That seems to be the trend as we bring in the new year according to Bayt.com. We spoke to Nashfi Qureshi, Brand and Marketing Director, Bayt.com about the survey.
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But will he stay or will he go? We ask Mazen Nahawi - Founder & CEO, CARMA. Plus, we look at the new Emiratisation guidelines in the UAE with Talib Hashim of TBH Advisory. And, as the UAE Central Bank raised its growth forecast for this year to 7.6% – but cut the outlook for 2023 - we asked Khatija Haque of Emirates NBD what this means for the new year.
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Economists predict a quarter percentage point boost to the Argentine economy - but what does it mean for the region? Plus, Dubai Duty Free will generate Dhs6.2 billion in revenue this year. We speak to CEO Colm McLoughlin about the increase in revenue and what steps they're taking to keep up with the demand. And, we get the latest on the FTX collapse: US blockchain expert Michael Gronager tells us why crypto WILL survive this latest setback.
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We speak to Euromonitor about these numbers and who has pipped Dubai. Plus, Western Union predicts a jump in remittances out of the UAE next year. Hatem Sleiman of the money exchange explained. And, we look at the finance of football with the revenue boss at AC Milan.
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What does that mean for the UAE & our interest rates? We ask Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. Plus, as shares of Americana – the KFC and Pizza hut guys – surge again in Abu Dhabi, now 20% above the IPO price, we get analysis from Andrew Tarbuck of Al Tamimi & Co. And, how Japan has emerged as a top destination for travel despite all the restrictions.
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We speak to lawyer Irina Heaver - the Crypto Lawyer about Sam Bankman-Fried's US federal indictment for fraud. Plus, we have a big focus on real estate - from Dubai beach destination La Mer shutting down for redevelopment while DAMAC prepares for its 40th anniversary.
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The good news – you’re getting a pay rise next year. The bad news – only 2%. We speak to Trefor Murphy of Cooper Fitch, the people behind the survey. As the second phase of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan is approved we ask Anamaria Castillo of Khalq studio what this means for the UAE.
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The UAE released details of the upcoming corporate tax - 9% on income above AED375,000. We understand what this means with Shiv Mahalingham, International Tax & Global Transfer Pricing, The Cragus Group Limited. Plus, we look at the outrageous predictions of Saxo Bank with Steen Jakobsen. And, the future of Air India after its private investment with Vinamra Longani of Sarin & Co.
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We go through the spending plans with Khatija Haque of Emirates NBD. Plus, Saudi Arabia and China have signed a big trade deal, during a visit by president Xi Jinping. We find out if this deal has a great economic value or is a symbolic tie with Weisi Xie of EIU. And Chaloub group has been looking at what the Metaverse means for luxury goods.
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A new Standard Chartered survey suggests inflation is causing UAE investors to change their strategy. We speak to Chief Investment Officer Manpreet Gill to tell us more about it. Plus, massive number of IPOs comparative to what is going on globally, we have a look of the projections for next year with Miguel Azevedo, MD at Citi. And, Chinese President Xi Xinping arrives in Saudi Arabia, starting four days of talks with Arab leaders. We speak to Patrick Tsang live from Hong Kong and find out what could it mean for the region.
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We're live on location from the Nation's capital. We get the inside story on Abu Dhabi’s tourism industry from some of its leading lights: Managing Director of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi and Nancy W Gleason of NYU Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Campus. Plus, we look at projections for the UAE economy with the chief economist of Oxford Economics Middle East, Scott Livermore. And, we have a look at that new PMI numbers for the UAE show a softening of the non-oil private sector.
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Customers based in the UAE can now enjoy fast delivery on their shopping from the UK with Emirates Delivers. We speak to Skycargo Business Development VP Denis Lister. Plus, global air passenger traffic rose 45% in October year on year, according to new numbers from IATA. We speak to Regional Director Kashif Khalid and crunch the numbers both for passengers and cargo. Plus, a deep dive on the UAE’s new green building rules. We've got Dr Anas Bataw of Heriot-Watt university in the studio to answer all our questions. And we talk FIFAnomics! beIN SPORTS revealed that viewership exceeded one billion for the opening ceremony and first round of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 matches. We'll speak to Director of Analytics & Research - Matthew Chrisp.
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Airline passengers in the European Union (EU) will soon be able to use their phones to full effect in the sky. We speak to Johann Adjovi, global Telecoms Media and Technology consulting firm at Analysys Mason to get his reaction, is it convenient or annoying? Plus, we look at what that OPEC+ decision means for oil prices, and for us, with energy expert Amena Baker. And we have a new economist, Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD dissecting that gloomy IIF report. And we analyze what those green building standards mean for our construction industry, with lawyer Euan Lloyd of Al Tamimi & Company.
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That's according to a networking website InterNations. Valencia was top; Johannesburg was bottom. We discuss and find out how is expat's experience in UAE so far. Plus, the UAE is set to see the fastest price growth in the world for top-end property next year. We speak to Knight Frank, Faisal Durrani. And hospital-nomics with Alisha Moopen, Deputy Managing Director at the giant Aster DM Healthcare empire.
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The strong UAE jobs market will continue into 2023, according to recruitment firm Michael Page. We speak to their Regional Director, Jon Ede, about their latest salary survey. Plus, Abu Dhabi Airports say passenger traffic totalled 4.7 million passengers in Q3 2022, a rise of 250% compared to the 1.3 million passengers in Q3 2021. We crunch those figures with Mark Souter, SVP Aviation Development at AD Airports. And, we look at how the continued investments into theme parks across the Middle East is set to increase next year with Jakob Wahl, Incoming President and CEO of IAAPA (International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions).
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Dubai's Ruler Sheikh Mohammed has approved a comprehensive plan to develop the emirate’s countryside into touristic destinations, landscape architect Anamaria Castillo joins us to review the plans. Plus, Emirates has opened a new travel store in Jumeirah - we'll find out why with Chief Commercial Officer Adnan Kazim. And, Abu Dhabi GDP up nearly 12% for the first half of 2022. Economist Dr. Christopher Payne of Peninsula Real Estate put that in context for us.
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That's acoording to a new survey conducted by online recruitement GulfTalent. We find out the impact of World Cup on staff productivity with Yasser Hatami, Managing Director at Gulf Talent. Plus, Dubai property market powers on, says the latest Property Monitor report. We look at how much further it can go with COO Zhann Johincke. And, it's Black Friday - shoppers hoping to clinch lucrative deals on holiday gifts may get lucky during sales this season. But those who wait may get even luckier? We find out David Quaife, MENA General Manager at Pattern.
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We speak to flydubai's CEO, Ghaith Al Ghaith about the Match Day Shuttle service that started and its impact on Dubai World Central (DWC). Plus, the woman behind Dubai's World Cup predicting penguin, Toby! Sarah Pillay of Majid Al Futtaim's Global Snow division explain how they train Toby. And, Sarah Hewerdine answering all questions from valuation to mortgage uptake for property advise for real with houza.
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Following Bob Iger’s shock return to Disney this week, we speak to professor Amanda Nimon-Peters of Hult Business School and find out if such move be good for the company. Plus, the UAE Government has outlined a new economic strategy for the next decade, including aims to double GDP to 3 trillion dirhams by 2031. We asked economist Daniel RIchards what kind of growth rates we need to see for that to happen. And, Jumeirah Group is celebrating its 25th anniversary this week. CCO Alex Lee joins us to talk about revenge tourism, football fans and where the company fits into the country's new 2031 plan.
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In a move to save costs and ease staff shortages, Airlines push for single-pilot flights to cut costs despite safety fears. Would you board a commercial flight with just one pilot? We speak to Mark Hofmeyer, VP and Director of Communications at The Australian and International Pilots Association (AIPA) and an ex-pilot weather it's a good idea or not, Bernard Diffley. Plus, Dubai Airports raises its forecast for passenger traffic this year, amid strong World Cup football traffic. CEO of Dubai Airports, Paul Griffiths crunch those numbers for us.
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To put that in context and how significant it is, we speak to Anchor and Correspondent at CNN, Eleni Giokos and green fuels expert Karl Fielder. Plus, the World Cup is under way, we look at what it means for UAE hotels with the GM of Radisson, David Allen. And, we get the inside story on from the man who wrote the book. Literally! Author Carmine Gallo joins us live from California to discuss his latest book, ‘The Bezos Blueprint’.
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We speak to Neeraj Gupta, CEO of Policybazaar about why the numbers are going up. Plus, the UK chancellor says Britain is already in recession - as he announced tax rises and spending cuts. We get the analysis from Khatija Haque, Chief Economist of Emirates NBD. And, we crossed to the Jumeirah Golf Estate where Tom Urquhart spoke to us about the DP World Tour golf.
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That’s what Air Asia boss Tony Fernandes has told us.
Plus, we speak to John Lickerish of FLASH Entertainment ahead of this week's F1 grand prix.
And, we talk real estate with John Lyons of ESPACE.
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The former President has announced his decision to run again after being denied a 2nd term. We hear from the man himself & discuss his bid.
Plus, what is the future of banking? We ask veteran banker - HE Abdulaziz Al Ghurair - Chairman, UAE Banks Federation + CEO of Mashreq Group.
And, The football fans are coming – but how many will be flying in by private jet? We speak to Holger Osthmeir of DC Aviation
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We look at the meeting of Presidents Joe Biden and Xi Xinping at the G20 in Bali with Monica Malik, chief economist of ADCB.
Plus, what do mass layoffs at Meta and Twitter mean for tech talent - and wages? We speak to headhunter Oscar Orellana-Hyder.
Dubai Airports boss Paul Griffiths tells us about the rush we are expecting at the airport ahead of the World Cup.
And, we speak to H.E. Sameh Al Qubaisi, Director General of Economic Affairs at Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development on the sidelines of ADFW.
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The crypto sell-off continued this morning, with Bitcoin down at $16,000 - we spoke to Henzie Heally, Managing Partner, TCS (The Counsel Services) about the significance of this.
Plus, we speak to veteran investor & friend of the show Mohammed Ali Yasin, Capital Markets Advisor & Specialist.
And we look at the Etihad's net zero flight taking passengers from Washington to Sharm El Sheikh for COP27.
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The climate conference continues in Sharm El Sheikh but to wrap up our week - we hear from Farid Al Awlaqi of TAQA, as well as, a range of government entities who are representing the UAE's bid to reach net zero targets. Plus, Emirates has posted a record H1 profit, bouncing back from a loss this time last year. We speak to aviation expert Nick Humphrey from Norton White.
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The crypto markets have been rocked by the near-collapse of one of the world’s biggest cryptocurrency exchanges. Six billion dollars has been withdrawn from FTX in just three days. We speak to Bitcoin Matt Blom to explain what's going on with Crypto market. Plus, all things IPO's Andy Tarbuck of Al Tamimi. And this years' COP27 the focus isn't just on countries promising to cut emissions, big corporations are also making pledges to offset the effects of climate change. Brandy has been in conversation with a few of them to find out what they have promised. And we focus on waterfront properties vs other competing cities with Sarah Hewerdine of houza.
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We get the market implication and significance for investors with Keith Fitz-Gerald, Principal at Fitz-Gerald Group. Plus, Agthia Group has announced net revenue of AED 954 million for Q3 2022. Alan Smith is the CEO of Agthia Group joins us to explain their Q3 result. And, Brandy Scott is live from Sharm El Sheikh for COP27 and she caught up with Tony Cho, Founder and CEO of Future of Cities - a US based think tank & real estate development firm - about the kind of conversations that should come up during these events.
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Airlines in the Middle East have continued to see strong demand for travel despite current economic conditions. We speak to Regional Director of IATA Kashif Khalid. Plus, America goes to the polls today for the mid-term elections, we find out what this means for us here in the UAE with Proff. Adam Ramey of NYU Abu Dhabi. And the COP27 summit kicked off Sunday in Egypt with nearly 200 countries struggling to outpace increasingly dire climate impacts in a world upended by war and economic turmoil. Brandy Scott has been speaking toHer Royal Highness Princess Abzi Jigma of Burkina Faso.
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COP 27 in Egypt is also called the implementation summit, to apply what was discussed in Glasgow and prepare for the UAE. Our very own Brandy Scott has been finding out what we could see out of these high level discussions. Plus, big focus on Twitter's blue tick decision and resulting fall out with the team from Nexa Digital. And 72% of in-shoppers in the UAE said they are more likely than others to use their smartphones to enhance their shopping experience. We speak to Dr. Saeeda Jaffar of Visa to find out what have you learned about the new research.
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We speak to Luke Tapp, Partner, Pinsent Masons (Luke leads the firm’s Middle East employment practice) - about the scheme. Plus, the UK has become the latest country to raise interest rates - we look at the effects of that hike with Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. And we hear from HE Omar Al Suwaidi - Undersecretary at the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, talking about the “Make it in the Emirates” campaign.
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Jay Powell and his team have warned of more rises to come while the UAE quickly followed suit and raised rates. We get analysis from Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. Plus, all lawyers and bankers in the UAE will get a salary increase next year. We talk to Gareth El Mettouri of Robert Half. And, we will hear from Amira Sajwani (best known for her role in Damac properties) - but we're asking her about her new start up to help property buyers - PRYPTO.
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Ministers from 40 countries are in our Capital city of Abu Dhabi for ADIPEC. One such minister is India's Minister for Petroleum & Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri and he addressed India's path towards going green. Richard Dean is live at the Capital and has the details. Plus, we look at what Saudi Aramco results tell us about the future of energy with Sean Evers. And we find out more about Careem's new partnership which sees yet another service added to the super app.
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We speak to the CEO of the school operator Taaleem Holdings, Alan Williamson to give us an idea of the thinking behind the IPO and how much they intend to raise. Plus, UAE fuel prices have risen, we speak to energy expert Matt Stanley. And, the Dubai Financial Services Authority’s (DFSA) Crypto Token regime comes into force today. Peter Smith, MD at the DFSA explains the intention and opportunity behind the regime.
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We talk Halloween-onomics with Tom Harvey from Spinneys. Plus, as Elon Musk taken control of Twitter and ousted the CEO, chief financial officer and the company’s general counsel, we get more insight into this controversial takeover with Mazen Nahawi of Carma. And as real estate deals continue to rise in volume and value, we speak to one real estate firm looking to poach top talent from other industries. It's Day 1 of ADIPEC 2022 and our very own Richard Dean was down at the Capital all week. Ahead of the event he spoke to the organiser, Chris Hudson, the President of Energy at DMG Events.
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We discuss Elon Musk - as US media reports say he has completed his Twitter takeover - Politico reports that he is preparing to reinstate Donald Trump's Twitter account. Plus, Aldar Properties reported an 18% jump in quarterly profit. We speak to CFO Greg Fewer. And, a new report from property monitor shows the real estate industry continues to power on, with year to date sales eclipsing 2021. We hear from the man behind it, Zhann Jochinke.
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We look at these shock numbers with Jessica Amir, Market Strategist, Saxo Bank. Plus we discuss offplan v ready property - as rents go up and more people look to buy, we'll look at the pros and cons of each with Sarah Hewerdine of Houza.com & Fintan Flannelly of Allsopp & Allsopp. And why is Elon Musk carrying a sink into Twitter HQ?
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We speak to the CEO of RAKBANK, Raheel Ahmed, on those strong quarterly earnings. Plus, Dubai Courts has declared Arabtec formally bankrupt - we'll get the views of lawyer Mark Raymont. And, we speak to Talal Malik, Chairman and CEO of Alpha1Strategy who is in Riyadh for the big Davos in the desert meeting.
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Rishi Sunak has warned of tough economic challenges ahead as he took over leadership of the Conservative Party. We also go through the Empower numbers and prospects with market watcher Galen T. Moore of BHM Capital. And, it's Global Village day. We'll hear what's new this year - and how the attraction is handling inflation - from Mohamed Sharaf, Chief Operating Officer, Dubai Holding Entertainment.
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We go through them with market watcher Sameer Lakhani of Global Capital Partners. UK's Conservative Party will have a new leader and a new PM by today. Experts weigh in on the current state of Britain. Dubai has taken the top regional spot in a new Kearney index for global cities. We speak to Kearney's Rudolph Lohmeyer. And Diwali nomics - we ask Chandu Siroya if this festival season saw the same footfalls in the Gold market.
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We look at who might inherit the seat and all the UK economic woes, after Liz Truss resigned with our very own Richard Dean, as well as Ed Bell of Emirates NBD. We also looked at what this news means for the UK property market with Henry Faun & the stock market reaction with Monte Saffieddine. Plus, we look at the Indian economy after the rupee plunged to an all time low against the dollar. And, George Ezra performs at the Coca-Cola Arena tonight - we look at what the current economy means for live gigs with the venue's boss.
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We look at this week's big aviation moves from ADQ with industry expert Vinamra Longani of Sarin & Co. Plus, we speak to Mubadala about the stake they've taken in a major wind power player. And UAE home buyers are rushing to lock in low mortgage rates, according to a new report from JLL. We ask John Lyons of Espace Real Estate what he's seen in the market.
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ADQ has taken over ownership of the Etihad Aviation Group. Plus they have also acquired 57% of Starzplay Arabia, in collaboration with E-Vision - we speak to Maaz Sheikh of Starzplay about their growing popularity & confidence. Plus, we speak to Bayanat's chief financial officer ahead of the firm's IPO on Friday. And Gen Z is now properly hitting the malls - what does it mean for retail? We speak to Patrick Bousquet-Chavanne, President and CEO, ESW Americas and former CEO of Emaar Malls.
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We ask Glenn Barklie, Chief Economist, Investment Monitor about what's next for Britain. Plus, shipping rates are dropping, say industry experts. We'll find out if the supply chain crunch is over with Dr. Krishna Prasad. And, we talk to the team from CBRE about those record rent figures.
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We ask Sam McCone of McCone Properties about how tenants and landlords will benefit from this rise in numbers. Plus, Bayanat & LuLu are the latest enterprises to join the UAE IPO train - we get the details from Sameer Lakhani of Global Capital Partners. And, the UK has a new chancellor - who says that the mini-budget went 'too far, too fast' - we understand what's next for Britain with Ed Bell of Emirates NBD and our very own Richard Dean LIVE from Manchester.
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We speak to the CEO who is bringing one in the UAE, Marwan Chaar of KAVAK. Plus, we get the inside story from Washington D.C, on the final day of the IMF/World Bank meetings with Professor Afshin Molavi from Johns Hopkins University. And we speak to the chief technology officer of Siemens Middle East about the new innovation centre it's building with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office.
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The Golden Pension has been announced for expats to help boost gratuity in the UAE. How many companies have signed on the scheme and what will it mean for employees' gratuity? We asked Mohammed Qasim Al Ali, Group CEO of National Bonds. Plus, a Business Breakfast exclusive interview with The Monk Who Sold his Ferrari best-selling author and leadership guru Robin Sharma. And it's Thursday - we answer all property question with Sarah Hewerdine of houza.
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Latest quarterly report for Gulf Employment Index is out and a significant increase in the Saudi Jobs market of 14%. Trefor Murphy of Cooper Fitch crunch the numbers for us. Plus, by popular demand we answer your questions about the new employment contract with Luke Tapp of Pinsent Masons. And the launch of the Global digital vault ‘tejouri’ - ‘digital home for your legacy’, what is it? We asked Ayesha Bin Kalban, Acting Registrar at DIFC Courts.
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What does the UAE employment contract revision mean for us? We look at what scrapping the three year limit on employment contracts means for employees and employers with lawyer Gordon Barr of Al Tamimi & Co. Plus, UAE startup Cashee raises $3mil to expand to Saudi. We speak to its CFO & Co-founder, Brad Whittfield. And, GITEX kick off yesterday, Tom Urquhart has been live at the Main Hall speaking to big companies including Dr. Guy Diedrich, Global Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, CISCO.
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We spoke to Simon Leigh, Managing Director at Premier Inn Hotels. Plus, Pakistan delegation will be in Washington this week for talks with the IMF over emergency funding, we spoke to Pakistan policy advisor Dr. Khaqan Hassan Najeeb. And talking start-up funding - we look at where VC funding is going this year with a man who measures these things - Phil Bahoshy from MAGNiTT
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We discuss lettuce-flation with Sky Kurtz, Founder & Chief Executive of Pure harvest. We asked what's pushing up the price of greens around the world and why we seem to be escaping the curse of the climbing Kale costs. Plus, we look at the top energy stories of the week with John Defterios. And Dubai Aerospace Enterprise to acquire SKY FUND I Irish, we find out why with their CEO, Firoz Tarapore.
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What is the outcome and the reason behind the move? We speak to oil correspondent Amena Bakr and Nader Itayim, who’s in Vienna for the OPEC gathering. Plus, Khatija Haque, Chief Economist at Emirates NBD shared her take and what could it mean for the UAE economy. And Chainalysis released a new report highlighting the growth in cryptocurrency adoption across the MENA region. Kim Grauer, Director of Research at Chainalysis talk us through the findings.
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PMI data for the UAE is out and shows UAE non-oil private sector maintains strong growth in September. We speak to one of the regional economists behind the numbers, Ralf Wiegert of S&P Global Market Intelligence. Plus, stock market analyst Monte Saffediene joins us live and share his thoughts about the Musk/Twitter saga. And with the new visa regulations - the green visas give people the chance to be self employed - and responsible for their own insurance. What does that mean for prices? We ask Insurance broker Stephen Maclaren.
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The UK government has u-turned on an important pillar in its controversial mini-budget. We speak to British economist Professor David Blanchflower of Dartmouth College. Plus, what will the big plans for Al Quoz mean for office space in Dubai? We ask the property expert from JLL, Thierry Delvaux. And why are so many people becoming entrepreneurs? Best selling author of 4 business books, Daniel Priestley explains.
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Emirati HR expert Talib Hashim from TBH Advisory explain what it mean for us here and for Emiratis. And employment lawyer Rebecca Kelly answer all the legal implications of the new visas, for both workers and employers. Plus, it's OPEC week and we've got lower petrol prices here in the UAE. We speak to energy expert Matt Stanley.
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The delivery firm has announced UAE price hikes of 6.5%, as inflation bites. We hear from Geoff Walsh, Country Manager, DHL Express UAE. Plus, what do higher flight prices mean for an airline's dreams of ultra long haul routes? We speak to aviation expert Nick Humphry Partner at the law firm Norton White. And, we find out why the UAE is the best performing national brand in the world with Andrew Campbell of Brand Finance.
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Latest report from Emirates NBD puts the UAE higher than previously expected. Ed Bell, Senior Director - Market Economics has the details. Plus, Salik goes live on the DFM today. We look at the company's plans with market watcher Sameer Lakhani of Global Capital Partners. And we talk to one international hotel chain that’s buying hundreds of tonnes of UAE food, and slashing food waste in the kitchens.
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Dr Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder and Chairman at Burjeel Holdings joined us in studio to discuss the upcoming listing. Plus, we'll look at how the stronger dollar is affecting the event's industry, when it comes to bringing speakers and delegates to Dubai with Natalie Crampton of TEC & what that means when it comes to filling hotel beds this winter with STR's Phillip Wooller. And, we discuss the IMF's unusual step of asking the UK to reverse last week’s tax cuts, after the pound fell to a record low.
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Tom Harvey of Spinneys says they will cut prices this week on fresh food – as Euro, Pound, and the South African Rand have fallen against the dirham. Plus, we talk the tumbling British pound and the controversial tax-cutting budget under new PM Liz Truss with Senior Economic Advisor to HSBC - Stephen King. And, off-plan sales are leading the real estate market, according to the latest Property Monitor report. We found out why with COO Zhann Jochinke.
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We look at these new rules - what does that mean for landlords and tenants - with lawyer Shahram Safai of Afridi & Angell. Plus, British Sterling plunges to a record low against the US, just a few cents from parity. That's around Dhs3.9 to the pound. We see what it means for us as well as the UK property market. And, we get more details from Mercer on that report that most UAE workers are asking their employer to help with the rising cost of living.
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We go through those Salik numbers and look at what they could mean for those buying into the IPO with veteran investors Mohamed Ali Yasin. Plus as German Chancellor Olaf Scholz prepares to visit the UAE this weekend, German economist Christof Rühl joined us live in the studio to discuss the gas crisis. And, UAE courts can now enforce financial rulings from the UK - we get a bit of legal advice about what that means for business here.
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The UAE immediately followed suit, lifting borrowing costs for firms and people - we ask Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD what this means for our economy. Plus, the UAE has topped a global index when it comes to the speed of our mobile internet - but we lag a bit on the cost. We'll speak to the Surfshark researcher behind that study. And Edinburgh Business School - Heriot Watt is helping Palestinian and Syrian refugees in Lebanon earn MBAs. Professor Heather Mcgregor is the University head spearheading the project.
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We crossed live to the US ahead of the Fed's interest rate decision, with investor Keith Fitzgerald. Plus, we hear from one of the UAE’s top investors: Dr. Karim El Sohl of Gulf Capital, who says Asia is booming and will grow more than the West. And, a survey says many of us are considering huge career changes - but is there a right way to pursue it? We ask Nathalie Spree of True Search.
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We speak to energy expert Matt Stanley from Kpler about this deal as well as ADNOC's plans to increase production ahead of schedule. Plus, hotel chain IHG will grow their number of rooms by about 40% over the next 3 to 5 years. Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, India, Middle East and Africa explains how many will be in the region. And, we talk the big Porsche IPO with Monte Saffiedine of IG.
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We have a special focus on rising food prices, discussing foodflation with several industry experts - from Basmati rice exporters to cheese importers. Plus, Middle East air traffic will more than double over the next two decades - that's according to Boeing. We hear from Randy Heisey, Boeing managing director of Commercial Marketing for the Middle East and Africa, and Russia and Central Asia Regions.
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We are claiming Federer as one of our own, as he announced plans to retire after the Laver Cup next week. We discussed his tennis legacy with sports lawyer Steve Bainbridge. Plus, Brandy’s interview with Emirates Chief Commercial Officer Adnan Kazim – including his take on the football world cup in Qatar. And as more people in the UAE pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, we speak to the UAE ambassador in London, Mansour Abulhoul.
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We hear from Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline as well as our very own Brandy Scott who sat down with him for this exclusive chat. Plus, we take stock of IPO Subscription in Dubai with DFM and Aladdin Al Deesi of Mashreq Bank. And, we ask why suburbs are gaining popularity in Dubai property markets with Sarah Hewerdine.
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We ask the Founding Partner of Jungle Venture Amit Anand. Plus, we look into the SALIK IPO and whether this will lead to more toll gates in Dubai. Wall Street suffers its worst day in more than 2 years, with stocks down 5% after a hotter-than-expected inflation report in the US, at 8.6%. We get analysis from Ed Bell of Emirates NBD and we speak to Brandy Scott who is in the US ahead of that big Emirates announcement.
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We get analysis from Mohammed Ali Yassin. Plus, about 70 percent of UAE companies plan to hire next year, we hear from Zafar Shah of YouGov on that data. And, are allowances on the rise in the UAE? We ask Robert Richter of Aon.
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We discuss those bullish comments from the PM: The UAE's tourism revenues topped 5 billion dollars in the first half of the year. We find out what one of the country's major hotel chains has seen with Rotana CEO and President Guy Hutchinson. Plus, Energy expert Sean Evers joined us with his take on the Dubai-Abu Dhabi gas deal. And, the latest on Dubai's IPO boom - from the Salik listing to DEWA's dividend - with Sameer Lakhani.
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Paul Griffiths had the honour to meet her when he received the order of Saint Michael and Saint George in 2015 and reflected on her life as the longest ruling monarch of the United Kingdom. Plus, Saudi Arabia’s economy has beaten expectations with 12% growth - we speak to Carla Slim of Standard Chartered about this growth. And, is a moon shaped resort coming to Dubai? We ask one of the brains behind the project.
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We asked Senior Economist Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. Plus, how have the skills required to work in the real estate & finance sector in the UAE changed since 2015? Najat Abdelhadi of LinkedIn tells us how jobs are changing, and what skills workers may need to stay competitive in the new world of work. And as the Dubai Land Department has tightened real estate advertising rules, we find out what it means for the market with John Lyons of Espace Real Estate.
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More than a third of all UAE residents own cars and most millennial drivers prefer secondhand. We look at what Cars 24 calls the rising demand for used cars with their first insight report. Plus, what could the new Prime Minister mean for the UK housing market? We ask Henry Faun of Knight Frank. And, as India overtakes the UK as the world’s fifth biggest economy, economist Dr Parag Khanna joins us from Singapore. He wrote the book “The Future is Asian”, so India’s rise is no surprise to him.
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Following the announcement of its upcoming IPO, we speak to the CEO of Salik, Ibrahim al Haddad. We also hear what's involved in putting such an IPO together, and why London lawyers are moving to Dubai to work on our upcoming public offerings. That's with Andrew Tarbuck of Al Tamimi and Mohammed Ali Yasin of Capital Markets Advisor And Specialist.
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A 20% stake in road toll operator - around 1 and a half billion shares - will be sold in an IPO. Investment expert Sameer Lakhani of Global Capital Partners tells us more. Plus, we speak to His Excellency Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi about those new record non-oil foreign trade numbers. And, breaking economic news the UAE private sector hit its strongest level in three and a half years last month. That's according to the latest Purchasing Managers Index from S&P Global. We spoke to one of its author, Ralf Wiegert.
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An Indian CEO has been slammed for an online post in which he suggested that new recruits or freshers work 18 hours a day during the initial years of their career. We get the thoughts of Danielle Smith, Career Coach and Founder of The Positive Workplace DXB, Jeff Rhodes who has had a 50 year career, and Lewis Allsopp of Allsopp & Allsopp.
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Saudi Arabia's new airline emerging - we go through them with airline management expert Hossam Shaker. Plus, Dubai Diamond supremo Ahmed bin Sulayem joined us live in the studio, to reveal how the UAE saw a 25% jump in diamond trade this year. And, comedian Jo Koy joined us in the studio ahead of his show at the Coca Cola Arena and had a very candid chat about his career.
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But as UAE commuters look forward to paying less for fuel this month, we speak to energy expert Robin Mills - and find out if it's cheaper to fill it up, or charge up. Plus, with the region's first ever FIFA World Cup creeping ever closer we'll discover how Dubai will be marking the occasion in style. And, we continue our back to work coverage this time speaking to Farhad Azizi of Azizi Development about what they are seeing in terms of demand and even their upcoming project.
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Ajay Awataney, Founder and editor of LiveFromALounge.com an aviation website based in India joined us to explain how almost 80% of lounge users there are loyalty point users. Plus, as we all head back on the roads to work and school, Cafu is expanding its workforce and fleet. We speak to the petrol company's head of partnerships - Alaa El Houni. And, tributes are pouring in for the former Soviet president Mikhail Gorbachev who has died at the aged 91.
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Sameer Lakhani, Managing Director of Global Capital Partners joined us to explain what this means for the UAE listing market. Plus, we continue our “back to work” theme - we hear from Oliver Baxter, Insight Programme Manager at Miller Knoll about people going back into the office and as restaurant bookings ramp up in key business districts we speak to Restaurateur Spero Panagakis. And, Elon Musk says have more babies at a conference about energy!
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Leading operator GEMS says enrolments in the UAE are up 7% this year while rival Taleem has reported a 35% jump in UAE students, to 27,000. We get the details from Matthew Burfield, Vice President - Education, GEMS Education + Executive Principal/CEO, GEMS Founders School & Alan Williamson, CEO, Taaleem. Plus, as the busy season kicks off we ask Bassel Al Nahlaoui, Managing Director of Mobility at Careem about what they're seeing. And, FED Chairman Jerome Powell spooked the markets on Friday, and the ripple effects continued this morning. We discuss the comments out of Jackson Hole.
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Shaun Robison of BBD Education joined us to talk education economics including enrollment and fee increases. Plus, shares of Emaar Properties have jumped 4% after allowing more foreign investors - we get the details from Sameer Lakhani of Global Capital Partners. And, Central Bank Governors are gathered at Jackson Hole for the first time in 3 years and we speak to economist Ed Bell about what we can expect from this meeting.
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We speak to boss Alain Bejanni about their latest earnings. Plus, we preview today’s big central bank meeting in Jackson Hole, Wyoming – crossing to the US with Afshin Molavi of Johns Hopkins University. And food companies are the latest high performers to face calls for a windfall tax. But do such taxes really help consumers - and what are the knock on effects? We speak to EIU chief economist Simon Baptist.
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We found out why from Ecomadic founder Jaclyn Yost. Plus, oil rises on Saudi suggestion that OPEC could cut production - commodities expert Ed Bell explains what it all means for inflation. And, Dubai proptech firm Huspy buys two local mortgage rivals. We hear from Ana Monteiro, GM Mortgages.
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That's according to a survey by the jobs portal Bayt.com and market research company YouGov. Murtaza Manji of Kaizen Consulting Group tell us why are people so keen to escape having a boss. Plus, the UAE's non-oil foreign trade has set a record by exceeding the AED 1 trillion mark during the first half of the year. We get the thoughts of economist Daniel Richards on those blockbuster UAE trade stats. And, a new report showed beating London, Singapore, other hubs, Dubai tops list of FDI destinations in 2021. What sectors are driving this growth? We asked Glenn Barklie of Investment Monitor.
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We find out the reason behind the selling with retail expert Ritesh Mohan. Plus, although the market remains strong, the froth has come off in the summer heat, that's according to new report from Property Monitor. COO Zhann Jochinke behind the report joins us live. And, we talk television: the follow up series to Game of Thrones began streaming at 5am UAE time this morning. Media expert Evan Shapiro joins us live from New York.
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Should employees brag about working during their time off or do they need to be encouraged to switch off completely? One HR expert says there’s a worrying trend of ‘laptops on the beach’. We speak to HR Director of Bayut and dubizzle, Suzanne Gandy. Plus, the Norwegian oil fund, the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund, has posted its biggest loss ever in the first half of 2022, we speak to financial wellness speaker, journalist and author Andrew Hallam. And, focus on how Germany and other European countries are planning to stay warm this summer and catch up with the UAE based Agtech start up Produze who just raised $2.6 million.
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We ask Mark Kar, General Manager at Coca Cola Arena as they prepare for a busy season ahead. Plus, the number of employees in the UAE’s private sector grew by 9 percent in the second quarter of 2022, amid the country’s bid to be a global hub for talent. Economist Daniel Richards put that in context for us. And, its our bi-weekly real estate segment with John Lyons of Espace.
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Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports crunch those numbers for us. Plus, we discuss the latest data from Magnitt which ranks UAE top in terms of venture capital financing in the MENA region with Emma Rosso. And, values of residential properties in Dubai continued to rise in Q2 2022, up 10.1% from last summer, to average at AED 1,100 per square foot, consultancy firm Knight Frank said in a new report.
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Apple tells employees to work at the office three times per week starting in September, Richard and Tom share their views. Plus, less than one hundred days to go until the World Cup and air travel demand to Doha is booming, we speak to Trupt Shah of musafir.com. And, China reported data for July that came in well below expectations as the real estate slump and Covid controls dragged down growth, we speak to economist live from China, Trupt Shah.
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We cross live to Islamabad and Mumbai for the economic story. Plus, Saudi oil giant Aramco has broken its own record with a $48.4bn profit for Q2 2022. Sean Evers of Gulf Intelligence put those numbers in context for us. And we focus on the future of start ups and SMEs in the region after a report from STV paints a very positive picture.
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More than three quarters of employers are worried they don't have the skills they need among their staff. We speak to the people behind that report, Hays. Plus, it's earning season, we get the details behind the numbers from DEWA, Shu'aa Capital and speak to Network International. And, Starzplay is set to disrupt live sports streaming in the region with the creation of a new division. CCO Danny Bates tells us more.
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Eight months after Sharjah adopted a four-day work week, officials say there has also been a significant boost in government employee productivity. We discuss the pros and cons of a 4-day working week with Oliver Baxter of Herman Miller. Plus, Air Arabia seeing net profit come in 16 times higher for Q2, compared to a year ago. We speak to aviation expert Nick Humphrey of Kennedys. And US inflation is coming off its four decade high, we get the details with our investment expert Keith Fitz-Gerald.
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New real estate reporting regulations require real estate brokers to lodge those paying in crypto or large amounts of cash. Are people really buying villas with suitcases full of folding? We speak to Paul Kelly of Allsopp and Allsopp. Plus, Salik is looking to raise around a billion dollars in an IPO that could happen as soon as next month, according to Bloomberg. We speak to markets expert Mohammed Ali Yasin. And, smartphone sales are at a 2 year low across the MENA region but does it translate to the UAE? We ask Ashish Panjabi of Jackys.
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That's according to new PMI data from S&P - which also shows inflationary pressure from input prices easing. We get the details with ENBD chief economist Khatija Haque. Plus, ADNOC Distribution has seen Q2 net profit rise more than 70 per cent. We talk petrolonomics with energy expert Matt Stanley. And Savills joins us to go through their latest findings on the prime residential market.
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Unemployment in the US has fallen to 3 and a half per cent - a more than 50 year low. Agthia - the food and water people - have seen Q2 profit nearly double. We'll find out why with CEO Alan Smith. Plus, as Dubai's hotel market continues to thrive we speak to the head of the Radisson Hotel Group. And the UAE is investing a billion dollars in Pakistani companies. We speak to Dr. Nadeem ul Haque of the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics.
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What does it mean for those doing business with and buying property in the UK? We get the thoughts of Joe Hepworth, Director, OCO Middle East and Founder of the British Centres for Business. Plus, rumours of more big name UAE companies getting ready to play the IPO game - we'll find out what kind of reception they can expect with Sameer Lakhani of Global Capital Partners. And, we talk about the cancelled Batgirl film and what it means for Warner Bros.
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Amena Bakr of Energy Intelligence Group explained the thinking behind this move. Plus, tabby has raised 150 million dollars in debt financing - we speak to the CEO about why. And there's been a decline in cargo volumes for Middle East airlines. Kashif Khalid of IATA explains why this isn't a cause for concern.
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Ian Ohan of KRUSH Brands joined us to explain how they're planning to do this within the next 2 years. Plus, OPEC+ meets today, under a new secretary general. We get analysis from Ed Bell of Emirates NBD and oil commentator, Eithne Treanor. And, demand for private jets continue to rise as we get closer to the football World Cup in Qatar. Holger Ostheimer, Managing Director, DC Aviation Al-Futtaim joined us to give some context to these numbers.
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Ed Bell of Emirates NBD explains when and who calls a global recession after Hong Kong became the latest country to show economic decline. Plus, we look at the growth in gold demand in the UAE with Chandu Siroya. And, Al Futtaim Automotive has seen sales volumes rise by just under 6 per cent for the first half of the year. We speak to senior managing director Vincent Wijnen.
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We get analysis from economist Ed Bell of Emirates NBD and energy expert Matt Stanley. Saudi Arabia’s economy grew 11.8% in the second quarter amid higher oil prices - Dr. Christopher Payne of Peninsula Real Estate explained what's the story behind the numbers. And, New Zealand has opened its borders to international visitors - but what does it mean for the country's economy? We ask Dr. Oliver Hartwich, Executive Director, The New Zealand Initiative.
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America has tipped into a technical recession, as official data confirm the US economy shrank last quarter but do economists agree? Plus, we look at the companies that have posted high earnings in the UAE. Etihad Airways has posted record half-year profit as air travel roars back - we hear from their boss Tony Douglas and Aldar CFO Greg Fewer joined us after they reported a 54% rise in second-quarter profit. And, we look at the economics of the TV show neighbours, which has ended after 37 years. Media lawyer Fiona Robertson, who worked on the show for 5 years, told us about how it is the end of an era.
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We ask a host of experts what they're seeing in the market. Anthony Taylor is the Head of Real Estate at Emirates NBD Asset Management, who are the fund managers for ENBD REIT and he gives us the landlord perspective. Plus, we hear get the real estate brokers perspective from Sarah Hewerdine of Houza.com and Mario Volpi of Engel & Volkers. Plus, the US Federal Reserve increased interest rates by 75 basis points and the UAE Central Bank immediately followed suit, with the benchmark lending rate at 3.5%.Khatija Haque, Chief Economist of Emirates NBD joined us to explain what's that going to feel like in the UAE?
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Richard Waind, Managing Director of BetterHomes joined us to explain their numbers for the first half of the year and what this tells us about where the property market is going. RAKBank has reported a 60% jump in quarterly profit. CEO Raheel Ahmed joined us to explain the story behind the numbers. Plus, Europe has agreed a deal to cut gas consumption, after Russia cut delivery through the Nord Strem pipeline. We find out what it all means for inflation with energy expert Robin Mills.
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Bayzat Data are the people behind the report and we look at what it means for operating expenses with their CEO Talal Bayaa.Plus we look if allowances are on the negotiation table with Jonathan Berry of Robert Walters. And, we look at the fine art of baggage handling with the COO of Dubai Airports, Majed Al Joker.
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Robert Willock, Director MENA & Regional General Manager, The Economist Intelligence Unit (The EIU) joined us to give us the answers. Plus, we'll get the latest with gas supplies into Europe after the Nord Stream Pipeline started flowing last week. That's with German energy expert Christoph Ruhl. House prices have fallen for the first time this year, according to the latest report from Property Monitor. We'll speak to COO Zhann Johincke.
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Dean Wicks, Chief Flights Officer at Wego explains what factors people are considering before their holidays. Plus, after Europe’s rate hike, economist Stefan Gerlach – former Deputy Governor of Ireland’s central bank – tells us he’s worried about a global recession. And, Marc Dummer, Managing Director & Portfolio Manager, Principal Global Asset Allocation (PGAA) explains where we should be investing during these times.
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We discuss the bitcoin slump with the boss of crypto exchange Kraken Benjamin Ampen. The UAE economy grew just over 8 per cent in Q1, according to the central bank. We go through their figures - including inflation - with ENBD economist Ed Bell. We talk vertical indoor farming, with the man behind the biggest in the world, which Emirates Flight Catering opened in Dubai this week.
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The UAE has signed a space cooperation deal with France. H.E Ibrahim Al Qassim of the UAE Space Agency joined us to explain what the deal means for the country's space missions and if it could be commercialized. Plus, Sales and prices for offices are rising in Dubai but what happened to us all working from home? We speak to Andrew Elliot of CRC. And, we speak to a world-leading agri-scientist, who says he can fix the global food crisis.
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We hear from Rob Johnston, Assistant General Secretary, International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) who says the managerial decisions are to blame for the long queues at airports. Plus, Energy expert Matt Stanley joined us to discuss what the UAE energy deals with France means for the two countries. And, we look at the perils of investing in fintech: with nearly half-a-trillion-dollars wiped off the value of US fintechs, V-C expert Philip Bahoshy joined us in studio.
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Trefor Murphy, Founder & CEO of Cooper Fitch says it is the harsh reality that they're seeing on the ground, as they prepare to release their latest employment index today. Plus we look at the impact of President Joe Biden's visit to Saudi Arabia with the legendary oil expert Daniel Yergin – the man who won a Pulitzer Prize for his book about the industry & Ed Bell of Emirates NBD.
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The airline has said it's just going to keep operating its Heathrow flights regardless. We ask aviation lawyer Nick Humphrey - can they do that? Plus, US President Joe Biden will arrive in Saudi Arabia today. Rawan Radwan of Arab News explains what this visit means for the Kingdom. And, where should you invest your money in these volatile markets? The Chief Investment Officer of Emirates NBD Maurice Gravier has the details.
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We get the insight from Taimur Khan of CBRE. Plus, multiple economic stories overnight from US inflation to Dubai's PMI numbers. Daniel Richards of ENBD gives us his perspective. And, Property portal Houza has raised five and a half million dollars from some of the UAE's largest real estate agencies - we speak to their new CEO.
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Heathrow is asking airlines to stop selling summer flights as it imposes its first ever cap on departing passengers. What could it mean for your holiday plans - we speak to aviation expert Nick Humphrey? As US President Joe Biden arrives in Israel for the first leg of his Middle East tour, we speak to former Lebanese economy minister Nasser Saidi. And as the euro is on the brink of parity with the dollar - what does that mean for European tourists coming to the UAE?
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The US President will start his tour in Israel before heading to Saudi Arabia to meet with some of the world leaders. We get insight into his visit with Danny Sebright of US UAE Business Council & Amena Bakr of Energy Intelligence Group. Plus, Sri Lanka's President has promised to resign tomorrow - we get the news on the ground from Rohan Samarajiva, Chairman, LIRNEasia - a regional think tank based in Sri Lanka. And are we facing a hummus price hike because of chickpea shortage?
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UAE Minister of Trade, His Excellency Dr Thani Al Zayoudi joined us to explain how the country is planning to attract 300 digital companies to the UAE before the end of the year. Plus, we speak to Lyve Global who have acquired the last mile delivery service Jeebly. And, Everyone's talking about travel chaos in respects to airlines - but how well prepared are restaurants and hotels to handle the thundering hoards this summer? We speak to Chef Thomas Gugler, President of the World Chef's Association.
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We listen back to the last time he was on the Business Breakfast and get the reaction of oil expert Matt Stanley. Plus, we talk to DMCC about how Dubai is maintaining its global reputation as a top commodity trading hub. And, Robin Mills of Qamar Energy explains how oil and gas prices are faring at the moment.
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Zhann Jochinke of Property Monitor explains what it means for the market while Niral Jhaveri of Betterhomes tells us how tenants will react to this. Plus,are higher fuel prices changing our filling up habits? Alaa El Huni of fuel on demand service CAFU says they have seen some differences.
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That's according to Mark Souter, SVP Aviation Development, AD Airports. He explained how the airport is ramping up operations to deal with demand. Plus, we have a 4th of July special where we look at the US economy with Professor Adam Ramey of NYU Abu Dhabi & effects on UAE tourism with Raki Phillips of RAKTDA.
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We get the analysis from Amena Bakr of Energy Intelligence Group & Khatija Haque of Emirates NBD. Plus, single use plastic bags will now cost money in Dubai's supermarkets. Tom Harvey of Spinneys explains how they're taking it a step further. And, we talk the ultimate air-conditioning with Strata boss Ismail Abdulla.
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Etihad Airways has announced that passengers will only be allowed one handbag with them when boarding the plane. We talk to Martin Drew, Senior Vice President Global Sales & Cargo at Etihad about how they will enforce it and also about the surge in travel demand they are seeing this summer. Plus, we discuss what could come out of the big OPEC meeting in Vienna with oil expert Matt Stanley. And, we talk high real estate transactions with Sarah Hewerdine of houza.
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We discussed the new launch from Air NewZealand - an area in economy class where you could nap for 4 hours. Plus, the The RTA is selling big data - it says navigation companies and car makers are the main targets - we get the details of what and why. And, we hear from noon.com as the retail giant has become the sleeve sponsor of Newcastle United.
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The term comes from the huge staff turnover that companies see which stems from the lack of attention paid to skilled workers. Amanda Line, partner, PwC’s Academy Middle East joined us to explain the story. Plus, the UAE's energy minister takes to Twitter to say we’re pumping oil at maximum capacity, amid rumours at the G7 meeting. We get the details from Khatija Haque of Emirates NBD. And, we ask Careem why they're moving into the food subscription delivery business, - and what it means for their delivery drivers
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Our studio is divided whether this is a good rank or not. So we asked Simon Baptist, Chief Economist, Economist Intelligence what he makes of the results. Plus, G7 leaders are turning up the economic heat on Russia, with new oil and gold sanctions. We get the take of 2 economists - Dr. Christopher Payne, Senior Economist at Peninsula Real Estate & from Andy Critchlow, Head of News in EMEA at S&P Global Platts.
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Sri Lanka’s PM has said that the country’s economy has completely collapsed but Rohan Samarajiva, Chairman, LIRNEasia - a regional think tank based in Sri Lanka, says this is not the worst situation yet. Meanwhile Dubai visitors have hit 1 million a month and are closing in on pre-pandemic levels. We asked Ed Bell of Emirates NBD what that means for the city’s economy. Plus, more details on the Make it in the Emirates initiative announced by authorities here in the UAE.
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We get legal advice from Andrew Lyons, partner at Davidson & Co. Law Firm. His twin brother John Lyons also explained if this is the right time to invest in a property. Plus a huge focus on aviation this morning, DXB is set to see 2.4 million passengers during June-July. Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports explained how they've prepared for the huge footfall. And, the boss of FlyDubai explained what they're seeing in terms of demand this summer.
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More than two thirds of Gulf employees say they've experienced increased stress levels at work in the past year - while nearly half say their workload has significantly increased. David Jones, Founder and CEO of The Talent Enterprise joined us to discuss the findings of their survey. Plus, Dubai has its own Michelin guide. We speak to a number of experts, and Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Economy and Tourism about what this means for businesses and Dubai's tourism industry. Plus, how do we define AI? We ask Dr. Scott Nowson Director, Artificial Intelligence Lead at PwC
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The boss of airline group IATA says profit will return next year while Emirates is speeding up deliveries of Airbus A350s – because of delays in Boeing orders. We hear from Willie Walsh the boss of IATA, Kashif Khalid the regional head, and aviation expert Vinamra Longani of Sarin & Co. Plus, we get more on Germany’s gas and coal crisis with Christof Rühl, Senior Research Scholar, Center on Global Energy Policy, Columbia University.
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Almost half of UAE companies are budgeting for higher salaries during their annual pay reviews this year, as inflation increases the cost of living globally, according to a new report. Robert Richter, Middle East head of data business for human capital solutions at Aon explains the finding of the report. Plus,the number of board member seats held by women in the UAE has more than doubled in 2 years. Diana Wilde, Co-Founder, Aurora50 joined us to explain the method behind their research. And, Emirates says it is seeing record booking levels for summer travel out of the UAE.
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Mark Matthews Head of Research Asia Pacific at Julius Baer explains how they've calculated this and whether it is a cause for celebration. Plus, what does another Bank of England rate rise, and new rules for landlords, mean for Dubai-based owners of British property? We find out from Henry Faun of Knight Frank. And, Andrew Hallam, the author of ‘Expat Millionaire’, tells us why he's pleased with the current state of the stock market.
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We hear from Fed Chairman Jerome Powell and Deepak Mehra of Commercial Bank of Dubai. Plus, we look at the effect on the property prices with Sarah Hewerdine of Houza.com. And, we look at the market for high end short term rentals with the guys from letting agency Maison Privee.
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That's according to Bernard Diffley, Managing Director, GTime Technical Services and Construction - he also explained the demand behind renovations and how long it takes now. Plus, Property prices saw moderate growth last month, less than one per cent, according to Property Monitory - who say that's a good thing. COO Zhann Johincke explains. And we talk KPOP, as global superstars BTS announce their hiatus, we look at the effects of the announcement on the KOSPI.
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Natalie Crampton, Managing Director of TEC explains what it means for the event industry while David Allan of the Radisson Hotel Group tells us how they enforce the rules in their hotels. Plus, Bitcoin has fallen below $25,000 for the first time since 2020 - is this a cause for concern? We get the details from Bitcoin expert Matt Blom.
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The UAE’s diamond trade jumps 36% this year. We get more on that Dubai diamond story from Jeweller Chandu Siroya. US inflation has hit a 40 year high - we find out what that means for this week's Fed meeting and rate decision. And, Dubai is the second best office market in the world, in terms of rents for landlords. Edward Price, Head of Capital Markets Middle East at Savills explains.
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We ask Luke Tapp, Partner at the law firm Pinsent Masons. Plus, Dubai PMI is at a near three-year high - and those tourism numbers are up 200 per cent. We look at the facts behind the figures with Khatija Haque Emirates NBD. And, are there any food items on restaurant menus that you just point out and don't bother pronouncing?
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A new list of the world's most expensive cities for expats has been released - and we don't make the top 20. Lee Quane, Regional Director – Asia at ECA International explained the results of their survey. Plus, Summer is the traditional time for a churn in residents; does it mean the chance to pick up a rental bargain? We ask Espace Real Estate MD John Lyons.
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Nick Humphrey, Partner at the law firm Kennedys explains where the blame lies and how long this might continue. Plus, DIFC is going on the road. Salmaan Jaffery, Chief Business Development Officer at the Financial Center explains how they've generated interest in the US and how they plan to attract them to Dubai. And the writers of the article which inspired Top Gun are suing film studio Paramount Pictures for copyright infringement over its sequel. Fiona Robertson, General Counsel for OSN gave us the background and what it means for the movie.
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It seems shops and retailers are still struggling to get stock in, particularly when it comes to cosmetics & clothes. We hear from David Quaife, MENA General Manager of Pattern. Plus, the UAE GDP grew 3 point 8 per cent last year - what does that mean for 2022? We ask Khatija Haque, Chief Economist of Emirates NBD. And the Royal Mint has unveiled its largest coin to mark the Queen ́s Platinum Jubilee.Clare Maclennan, Director of the Commemorative Coin Division at The Royal Mint not only brought the coin to the studio but explained if the Queen approves them before their release.
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As travel chaos continues in Europe and the UK. We ask regional IATA boss Kashif Khalid what's causing it - and what needs to happen to fix it. Plus, Pakistan battles hikes in fuel and electricity costs - we look at what's going on with Pakistani public policy advisor Dr. Khaqan Hassan Najeeb. And we've got the regional boss of Premier Inn, Simon Leigh to talk about the year that was and what's in the pipeline.
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We get the advice from former Dragon's Den judge and entrepreneur Tej Lalvani. Plus, investor Fahim al Qasimi has a stark warning for start-ups: focus on profit, because your funding won’t last forever. And, OPEC has finally agreed to boost oil output – with the UAE set to open the taps.
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UAE logistics firm Trukkin warns that higher diesel prices are “another ordeal to deal with”. We find out what higher petrol prices mean for the price of moving goods around with the CEO and founder of Trukkin, Janardan Dalmia. Plus, the $15 million story everyone – from the Financial Times to the Wall Street Journal – is talking about. Johnny Depp wins the defamation trial of the century. And what does hybrid work mean for cyber attacks? We ask Mohammed Arif of Microsoft UAE
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The cost of petrol hit a record high on UAE forecourts, with ‘special’ above 4 dirhams a litre. But will expensive fuel force UAE petrol heads to ditch their gas-guzzlers? We ask Craig Stevens of Dubicars.com. Plus, as the UK gears up for the Queen's Jubilee celebrations, we hear from Simon Penney, Her Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for the Middle East and Consul General to Dubai about the growing relations between the two Nations. And, you can soon book a parking spot in malls - would you be interested?
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We ask Trupt Shah of Musafir.com how rising costs is hitting travel ahead of the summer season. Plus, Basmati is the latest staple to see prices rise around the world. We speak to rice exporter KRBL about what's driving prices higher. And, we look at Dubai's urban planning roadmap with Anamaria Castillo, Associate Landscape Architect at WAHO.
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Twitter in the US has been fined $150 million after being accused of illegally using data to help sell ads. We ask Dino Wilkinson, Partner at Clyde & Co. if this will change the landscape of the ad market. Last week we looked at the business of low-cost shuttle between UAE and Qatar but today we look at private jets for the football World Cup with Holger Ostheimer of DC Aviation Al-Futtaim. And, we talk about the rising importance of AI with Naim Yazbeck of Microsoft.
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We ask Ian Ohan, Founder & CEO of KRUSH Brands. Plus, we get the inside story on Fly Dubai’s plan for hundreds of flights to the football World Cup in Qatar. And, we look at why the Russian Rouble is at a 7 year high.
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Zhann Jochinke, COO of Property Monitor explained why we are seeing an all time record of yearly transactions in Dubai's property market. Plus, Top Gun's long awaited sequel is out in cinemas today and we speak to Roxy cinemas about the buzz around the return of the legendary movie.
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Marwan Lutfi, Chief Executive Officer of Al Etihad Credit Bureau (AECB) joined us to explain the changes. Plus, we look at the sell-off in tech stocks, with Snap down 40% overnight and Meta losing half its value this year. Monte Safieddine, Market Analyst at IG weighed in on the US markets. And, we hear from the Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation about the new compliance classification for the private sector.
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We ask the COO of Microsoft in the UAE, as a survey shows two thirds of managers crave more facetime with their teams. Plus, the Borouge IPO has been priced - and it’s a $20 billion behemoth! We get the details from Andrew Tarbuck of Al Tamimi & Co. And, Justin Bieber is heading back to the UAE.
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H.E Ghannam Al Mazrouei, the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council Secretary General, explains that the private sector is the backbone of the UAE economy. Plus, Australia has a new prime minister - we look at what it means for trade relations with the UAE. And, as the cloud is predicted to create 70,000 UAE jobs we hear from Microsoft's regional boss Sayed Hashish.
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70 percent of employees have considered leaving their jobs over lack of flexible working options, according to a new poll from LinkedIn. Najat Abdelhadi joined us to explain the results of their research. Plus, milk prices are going up globally but what does it mean for the products on our supermarket shelves? We ask Mustafa Koita of Koita Foods. And, we look at how well the UAE's luxury car market has been performing with Matt Windle of Lotus Group.
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UAE hotel's saw better occupancy and higher room rates this Eid Al Fitr than before the pandemic. We hear from Philip Wooller of STR about the numbers. Plus, stock markets fell off a cliff - Wall Street down 4% overnight, its worst day since 2020. We get analysis for the US and UAE markets. And, we get real property advice from Matt Gregory of Houza.
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We ask Charlotte Chedeville of CIPD explains why this might be a failed policy so far as Goldman Sachs announced plans to offer its senior employees unlimited paid leave. Plus, we'll hear from one of the female subjects of the hit Netflix documentary Tinder Swindler about how she's helping other victims fight fraud. And, Elon Musk is having second thoughts about his relationship with Twitter - but is the social media platform willing to play ball?
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That’s according to the country’s Central Bank governor. Khatija Haque of Emirates NBD talks about the reforms, directions and growth over the last couple of years. Plus, Lebanon has voted in the first parliamentary election since the country’s economic collapse, with many saying they hoped to deal a blow to ruling politicians they blame for the crisis even if the odds of major change appear slim. We get the latest update with Dr. Nasser Saidi, President at Nasser Saidi & Associates. And big focus on commodity - talking oil with Sean Evers of Gulf Intelligence and the price of wheat with Marshall Gittler of BDSwiss.
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The UAE has introduced a new social support programme that will mean people who lose their job receive a basic cash payment each month. We find out what that could mean for the economy with Ed Bell, Senior Director, Market Economics at Emirates NBD. Recruitment expert Oscar Orellana-Hyder of Robert Walters weighs in on what it could mean for companies looking for talent to put in jobs. We also look at how investors in the UAE are reacting to this week's stock market roller coaster with Mehdi Fichtali of FinaMaze. And as Emirates embraces the metaverse and NFTs, COO Adel al Redha reveals what is means for you as a passenger.
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Dubai International Airport saw passenger numbers rise by more than 15% in Q1 on the quarter before - the second quarter in a row passengers have topped 10 million, CEO Paul Griffiths has joins us live to crunch the numbers. Plus, Etihad Airways may have just seen the best quarter financially in its history, airline executive Terry Daly has told our Brandy Scott during the Arabian Travel Market. He said the airline could return to profitability at the end of the year, ahead of targets. And, bitcoin and cryptocurrency markets have fallen sharply after the stablecoin TerraUSD (UST) dropped further from its dollar peg. We find the reason behind it with Matthew Dixon, Founder & CEO, of evai.io.
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That's according to chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum speaking to our very own Brandy Scott at the Arabian Travel Market. He says the airline is on track to achieve profitability in the new financial year. Plus, Dubai says Q1 international visitors up 214% this year. We speak to Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Economy & Tourism and Andrew Brown, Regional Director of World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) to find out what's driving the numbers. And RAKTDA already recovered to almost pre pandemic levels in 2021, strategy for 2022 and beyond. Raki Phillips, CEO of RAKTDA joins us live.
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It's the Arabian Travel Market week and Brandy Scott had an exclusive interview with Emirates Airline CCO Adnan Kazim about the challenges the airline faces getting back to full capacity. Plus, at the back of the new survey from AON saying that firms aren't adjusting housing allowances to keep up with inflation - unless you're a new hire, we speak to Toby Simpson of Striver.app to know if that's what they are seeing on the ground. And catchup on our weekly energy with Justin Dargin, Senior Energy and Geopolitical expert at The University of Oxford.
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A new survey says firms aren't adjusting housing allowances to keep up with inflation - unless you're a new hire. We speak to Ray Everett, Senior Partner Human Capital Solutions at Aon, the company behind the survey. Plus, a London law firm has offered staff the option to work from home permanently, but for 20% less pay. Sara Khoja of Clyde & Co, says that while we're not seeing that here just yet, employers are looking for creative ways to reduce their office costs. And, low-cost airline flydubai carried 2.35 million passengers in the first-quarter of this year, up 114 per cent compared to the same period last year. Aviation expert Sean Mendis crunches the numbers for us.
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Interest rates in the UK have risen to the highest level since 2009 as the Bank of England tries to stem the pace of rising prices. How will these changes affect UAE nationals and residents? We asked Henry Faun of real estate company Knight Frank. Plus, we find out what that OPEC decision means for the oil price - and us - with broker Matt Stanley. And the Eid break has been very positive and booming. Tim Cordon of Radisson Hotel Group shared some figures. And it's Friday Quiz Time with Surina Kelly of the ARN News Centre.
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We get all the reaction to the Federal Reserve in the US making a much-anticipated rate hike. Ed Bell, Senior Director & Market Economics of Emirates NBD, tells us what it mean for the cost of living here while Matt Gregory of houza shares what the move could mean for the property market. Plus, the EU has unveiled proposals for new sanctions on Russia including a six-month phase out of Russian crude imports. What could it mean for us here in the UAE? Amena Bakr, Deputy Bureau Chief & Chief Opec Correspondent at Energy Intelligence Group joins us live.
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It was approved by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, on Wednesday. We speak to Prashant K. (PK) Gulati, technology investor, to get his take on the latest announcement and how other start-up companies can get their hands on the cash. Plus, America's economy unexpectedly shrank in the first quarter of 2022, data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis showed Thursday. We crunch the numbers with Senior Economist of ENBD, Daniel Richards. And we talk helicopter-nomics with Larry Pentz, Director Finance & Legal Counsel at Helidubai.
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That's according to payment company Network International and the IMF painted a bright economic picture for Middle East oil exporters such as the UAE this year, forecasting growth of 5% in its latest report. We get the thoughts of Daniel Richards of ENBD. Plus, Aldar Properties reported a 31% jump in quarterly profit, to nearly AED 700 million. Greg Fewer, CFO of Aldar Properties shared the story behind the numbers and expansion plans. And with the ongoing situation in Russia and Ukraine, Christof Rühl, Senior Research Scholar and energy expert at Columbia University, shared his thoughts on what it means for oil and gas prices. And it's our weekly catch up with the team from Espace Real Estate who are answering all your property related questions.
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How busy will the airport be during the Eid break? Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, tells us what to expect. Plus, two big interviews with business leaders whose companies have reported earnings this week. RAKBANK’s net profit jumped by over 93% in the first quarter of 2022, a consolidated Net Profit of AED 220.1 million. Their new CEO Raheel Ahmed explains the reason behind the figures. And Kevin Mark Raistrick, COO of Multiply Group tells us how they've recorded net profit of AED 334.9 million for the first quarter of 2022.
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Federal government workers will enjoy a week-long holiday for Eid Al Fitr after the UAE Cabinet decided to extend the dates that were initially announced. But what about the private sector? We asked Talib Hashim of TBH Advisory. Plus, Elon Musk has clinched a deal to buy Twitter for $44 billion cash. We get the thoughts of Tony B Graham, our US correspondent. And we talk inflation with Altaf Kassam, EMEA Head of Investment Strategy & Research of State Street Global Advisors.
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Travelers in the region will be taking longer holidays and spending more on travel in summer 2022, according to new data from Wego. We get the details behind the numbers with the regional COO & MD of Wego, Mamoun Hmedan. Plus, talking about the impact of the Ukraine / Russia conflict on the real estate market here in the UAE with Alessia Sheglova of Dacha Real Estate. And we look at how France-UAE business ties will be impacted by the result of Sunday's presidential election in France with two French expatriates, Daniels Richards of Emirates NBD and Gurwan Le Gac of Preludd Payment Services.
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It's been a week since shares of Dewa began trading on the DFM, marking the first listing of its kind in the region and the shares closed yesterday at Dhs2.85 – a 15% increase since its stock market debut last week. We speak exclusively to H.E. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director & CEO of DEWA and get his take on the success of the IPO so far. Plus, UAE borrowers brace for a sharp rise in monthly repayments, after the head of the Fed Jerome Powell warns of rate hikes. We talk inflation with Shady Shaher Elborno of Emirates NBD. And are Ramadan car deals gone? We asked Craig Stevens of Dubaicars.com.
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The UAE has announced the launch of a conventional dirham denominated treasury bonds with a benchmark size of Dh1.5 billion ($400 million). What does the new UAE dirham bond mean for you and your business? We asked Anita Yadav, CEO at Global Credit Advisory Ltd. Plus, shares of Netflix plummet even more than expected – down 35% at the Wall Street close while Tesla reports record revenue and earnings. We crunch the numbers with Jessica Amir, Australian Market Strategist at Saxo Bank. And what impact will the overhaul of the UAE visa residency system have on the real estate and property market? Sarah Hewerdine of houza joins us live to give all the details.
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Exactly two years ago today, oil crashed to a historic low of minus $37 a barrel as the Dow dropped more than 500 points amid the coronavirus pandemic. We look back of what it has been since then with the Senior Energy and Geopolitical expert at The University of Oxford, Justin Dargin. Plus, recruitment expert David Mackenzie joins us as we take a deep dive with the UAE major changes to the visa system, aimed at attracting and retaining global talents and skilled workers from all over the world, boosting the competitiveness and flexibility of the job market and fostering a high sense of stability among UAE residents and families. And Richard Deans' fascinating interview with Irish economist, writer, and journalist, David McWilliams.
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Office rents in Dubai and Abu Dhabi have begun to recover to pre-COVID levels, according to broker Knight Frank. Andrew Love, Partner and Head of Commercial Agency joins us live to give us the details. Plus, we talk about the economic implications for us here in the UAE as China's consumer spending fell and unemployment rose last month as Covid lockdowns confined millions of people to their homes with Tianchen Xu from the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). And we have our weekly energy sector roundup with Robin Mills of Qamar Energy.
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That's according to separate reports from Magnitt and Wamda. We get more about the latest figures with Triska Hamid of Wamda. Plus, Careem has partnered with Swapp, a car rental service based in the UAE, to bring car rental options to customers. Adeeb Warsi, MD of Platform at Careem explains the additional Careem service and the details behind the deal. And is a robot going to steal our job? We asked Professor Dario Floreano, Director of the Laboratory of Intelligent Systems at The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne.
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In a surprise announcement, Elon Musk said he would pay $54.20 a share for Twitter, valuing it at about $41bn. We get more insight about this development with Monte Safieddine, Market Analyst at IG. We also get the thoughts of Mazen Nahawi of CARMA to know where Twitter’s position is in the social media landscape. Plus, the economics of sports. We look at the runners and riders in contention to buy Chelsea FC after the deadline for proposals passed, with Chris Brown of CBF.
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The UAE's Ministry of Economy (MoE) has approved a policy that allows suppliers to revise pricing of basic consumer goods. Will it change consumers' buying habits and trends? Tom Harvey of Spinneys explains the new policy. ADQ and private investment firm Chimera Investments have set up the UAE’s first special purpose acquisition company (Spac) with the aim of investing in tech-focused businesses. Mohamed Hesham, Head of Investment Banking at Chimera Capital talks us through it. And it's our weekly property talk for this week: Dubai’s real estate market records its best start to the year ever, says CBRE. John Lyons, MD at Espace Real Estate joins us to answer all of your property questions.
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One in every four UAE residents consider recruitment companies to have the worst reputation among those companies typically under fire. The recruitment industry gets their chance to respond to the tag of 'least trustworthy' as Natalie Spree of True Research joins us live. Plus, Dubai’s stock market promises more blockbuster IPOs, as DEWA surges 16% on debut. Salmaan Khawaja of Grant Thornton shares his take on DEWA. And, US inflation reached 8.5% last month - the highest since 1981. We asked Scott Livermore, Chief Economist and MD at Oxford Economics for his thoughts and if we've reached peak inflation or if it'll still go up.
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Shares of DEWA began trading in Dubai this morning, following its blockbuster AED 124 billion IPO. We speak to Sameer Lakhani, Managing Director of Global Capital Partners to get his thoughts of what we can expect. Dubai’s economy grew at the fastest pace in three years, says new PMI data. Khatija Haque of Emirates NBD shares her take on Dubai economy stats. And with the risk of supply outstripping demand in the property market, we ask one of the region's most respected architects about the options of retrofitting, redeveloping or repurposing.
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Richard Teng, Regional Head of Binance joins us live, along with the Head of Abu Dhabi’s financial center, their new home, Dhaher Bin Dhaher of ADGM. Plus, global food prices jump 13% in a month - the fastest food rally ever. Ziad Daoud of Bloomberg Economics puts that in context for us. And we get the latest update on the situation in Sri Lanka as the Central Bank doubled its key interest rates on Friday with Professor Vidhura Tennekoon, Department of Economics, IU School of Liberal Arts at Indiana University- Purdue University, Indianapolis.
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Regional aviation isn't just recovering but thriving - at nearly double the rate of global growth. We speak to Regional Director of IATA, Kashif Kahlid. Plus, the UAE has climbed one place to 14th in the latest Foreign Direct Investment Confidence list, produced by the consultancy Kearney. Rudolph Lohmeyer, Partner, National Transformations Institute at Kearney Middle East tells us more about the ranking. We also look at the second edition of the FoodTech Challenge and its relevance in the current context of UAE food security with Rima Al Mokarrab of Tamkeen. And its that time of the week again, Friday Quiz day with Surina Kelly of the ARN News Centre!
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The UAE Central Bank says employment was up just over 3% last year - and that the average salary rose by 8%. We look at where the jobs are with Trefor Murphy of Cooper Fitch. Plus, the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has launched a whistleblowing regime. Patrick Meaney is the Head of Enforcement at DFSA and he explains more about it. We also look at UAE inflation which has risen to 3.3% with economist Ed Bell. And we talk about private jets with the Swiss billionaire behind Dubai-based VistaJet, Thomas Flohr.
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The UAE has retained its place at number 15, the highest spot the Arab world's second-largest economy has achieved since the Henley Passport Index was launched in 2006. Philippe Amarante, Managing Partner and Head at Henley & Partners says the release of the latest index highlights the impact the current conflict in Ukraine is having on travel freedom and mobility. Plus, latest PMI data released. What could it mean for us here in UAE? We asked Ed Bell of Emirates NBD. And we also look at what Ramadan this year might look like for the restaurant sector with Sameh Alghebari of Mado.
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Ramadan is here, and supply chain issues are still with us. What does that mean for supermarkets? We speak to Tom Harvey of Spinneys. Plus, premium office space in Dubai is in hot demand as more corporates flood to the emirate. Ben McGregor is the Investment Director at ICD Brookfield and Brookfield Properties says the rents are on the rise because demand for premium office space in Dubai is very strong. And, Abu Dhabi-based Emirates Development Bank (EDB) contributed Dh1.91 billion ($520 million) to the UAE’s gross domestic product over the past twelve months. Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi, CEO at Emirates Development Bank (EDB) tells his thoughts on where the money is going.
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We look at what it meant for how our largest malls structure their rents with retail expert David Macadam of Middle East Council of Shopping Centres. Plus, DEWA said on Saturday it has increased the retail portion of its initial public offering by almost three times, boosting the overall deal size to as much as 22.32 billion dirhams. What does it mean for those who put their money for shares? We asked Wael Makarem, Senior Market Strategist at Exness. And the Dubai-based café Bake N More will accept cryptocurrencies as a form of payment, becoming the first café to accept crypto. Mohammad Al Hammadi of Bake N More explains how it will work.
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OPEC+ has decided to stick to its standard production increase, despite escalating prices and concerns about energy supply. We look at what that means for the cost of filling up your car with University of Oxford economist and energy expert, Justin Dargin. We also get an insight into what it looks like to set a new record or a residential property sale here in Dubai - over 280 million dirhams for a villa on Palm Jumeirah. We speak to the man who sold it - Conor McKay from Belleview Real Estate. And in aviation - Qantas, Air New Zealand and Cathay have all announced 17 hour plus flights in the past week. What does the ultra long haul trend mean for passengers? We asked the aviation expert Nick Humphry. And it's Friday, which means Quiz Day with Surina Kelly from the ARN News Centre!
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We look at what the thousands of staff Expo has brought over means for the job market here in Dubai with Lauren James of EATX. Also, what has and will the mega event mean for the city's property market? Richard Waind of Better Homes crunches the numbers. And what happens next for the only hotel on the Expo site - Rove’s COO Paul Bridger tells us what's in store. Plus, Expo is not the only story in town - it just feels like it. DEWA is doubling the shares it us offering in its IPO. We find out what that means for investors with Mohamed Ali Yassen of Al Dhabi Capital.
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Citizens School will accept cryptocurrency as a mode of payment, making it the first of its kind in the Middle East education sector to welcome digital currency payments for tuition fees. We speak to its founder, Dr. Adil Alzarooni. Plus, bonuses are back with a bang, but which sectors are faring better than others? We asked Aon's Ray Everett about what benefits employees across industries can expect for 2022. And we speak to the UK's former Deputy National Security Advisor, Paddy McGuinness about how cybercrime is escalating alongside the war in Ukraine - and what companies need to do to protect themselves.
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And bonuses are back, that's according to a new CEO survey from Cooper Fitch. We speak to Managing Partner, Jack Khabbaz. Plus, the World Government Summit is taking place, asking the big questions - such as what is next for Aviation? Tackling that on their stage and on the Business Breakfast this morning is CNN anchor Richard Quest. And, the big winner at the Oscar’s, Sci-fi epic Dune, was filmed in the Abu Dhabi desert. What does this mean for the UAE? We catch up with Abu Dhabi Film Commissioner Hans Fraiken.
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The core operations of NMC Healthcare Group have exited administration in the UAE, allowing the forming of a new holding company. We asked NMC's CEO Michael Davis what happens next. Plus, Germany says it will end its dependence on Russian oil by the end of this year, and gas by 2024. We speak with ENBD's Daniel Richards and find out what it means for the economies involved. And The Rock is in Dubai - not the movie star, but a 30 million dollar diamond. We speak to the International Head of Jewellery at Christies.
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A new report says the Dubai property market has seen its strongest ever start to the year. We speak to the man behind it, Property Monitor COO Zhann Johincke. Plus, the DEWA IPO went live yesterday, we look at what we've learn from the price range and how it values DEWA with IPO expert Neha Julka of Grant Thornton. And, we hear from the President of the Republic of Estonia, his excellency Alar Karis, speaking to our very own Brandy Scott at Expo about what the war in Ukraine has meant for the Estonian economy - and how it's making them look even closer at green fuels.
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Dubai International Airport (DXB) is gearing up for the peak holiday rush, with an estimated 1.4 million passengers expected to pass through over the next two weekends. That's what the CEO of Dubai Airport Paul Griffiths has told The Business Breakfast exclusively. Plus, the UAE has issued a new law allowing foreign reserves and debt instruments to be used to balance the budget. Economist Shady Shaher El Borno puts that in context for us. And all your real estate queries answered live by our expert from McCone Properties, Sam McCone. And finally, our very own Richard Dean joined us live from his balcony in Mumbai to report on the latest business stories coming out of India.
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On the back of SHUAA Capital acquiring a majority stake in Middle East fintech company Souq Al Mal, we asked if it’s getting easier to execute that 'Dubai dream' of starting a business and selling it for a large amount of money? Prashant K. (PK) Gulati joins us live. Plus, new research out suggesting that under a quarter of companies here need us in the office at least three days a week. Ahmed Sousa of Poly tells us more about the research. And the DEWA IPO opens to retail investors tomorrow. What do you need to do if you want to buy in? We asked Mohammed Ali Yasin is Chief Strategy Officer & Clients at Al Dhabi Capital.
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SHUAA Capital has taken a majority stake in comparison website Souqalmal of around 60 percent. We speak to Shuaa's head of investment banking, Fawad Tariq Khan to find out why. And what is this deal mean to Souqalmal? CEO & Founder, Ambareen Musa joins us live. Plus, sad aviation news yesterday. A China Eastern Airlines-operated Boeing 737-800 plane bearing Flight Number 5735 has crashed. We get the latest update with aviation expert Ajay Awataney.
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We look at what impact the ongoing crisis in Ukraine is having on tourism in Ras al Khaimah with the CEO of the RAK Tourism Authority, Raki Phillips. Plus, are you pitching for a pay rise this year - and how will you ask? YouGov have just released a new survey looking at whether workers are likely to ask for pay rises. They asked people in a dozen different countries, including Europe, India and the UAE. And the answers were widely different in each area. We speak to Thanj Kugananthan, the Founder of Visible HR, about whether the results of a YouGov survey bear out for her. And Saudi Aramco has seen net profit more than double over the last year. Is it just a case of 'Oil company posts strong numbers as price rises shocker' - or is it more than that? We asked Starfuels' Matt Stanley.
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As DEWA gets ready to go public, we find out what retail investors need to do to take part in the IPO with public offering expert Neha Julka of Grant Thorton. Plus, we talk inflation and interest rate rise with Head of Bloomberg Economics, Stephanie Flanders. And, Freaky Friday Quiz with Surina Kelly from the ARN News Centre.
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It’s the first rate increase since 2018, and is likely to be followed by six more this year. We get the expert opinion on what it means for us here in the UAE. Khatija Haque of Emirates NBD and John Lyons of Espace Real Estate joins us live. And, Tim Horton's is opening three new stores in Dubai Hills Mall. We talk maple syrup flavoured bear claws - and the rising cost of Arabica beans - with the regional CEO, Hesham Al Mekkawi.
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We look at what it could mean for investors, and the Dubai economy with Aathira Prasad of Nasser Saidi & Associates. Plus, what do high oil prices mean for the cost of food delivery? We speak to Krush Brands boss Ian Ohan. And we look at what dubizzle is seeing in terms of cyberattacks and what steps they're taking to combat it.
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And more than half of them would take a pay cut to do it. That's according to new research from Robert Walters. More effective management, the ability to progress faster and more interesting work were seen as the benefits of a smaller, newer company. We find out more with their Managing Director, Jason Grundy. And Ramadan is traditionally the time to nab a new car bargain in the UAE - but what if there are no cars to be had? We speak to the Managing Director of Al Futtaim Lexus and Al Futtaim Toyota, and the CEO of second hand car site Dubicars, to find out what this year might look like.
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With two official years of the pandemic behind us, we explore what it's meant for health insurance demand - and premiums. We speak to insurance broker Stephen MacLaren. Plus, we look at the disruption to aviation amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Kashif Khalid of airline body IATA joins us live. And, Dubai is getting ready for several high profile IPOs, on the back of the busiest year for IPOs the region has seen in two decades. We speak to public offering exert Gregory Hughes of Ernst and Young.
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On the back of US inflation hit fresh 40-year high, we look at the cost of growing food here in the UAE with Yazen Al Kodmani of Emirates Bio Farm and also importing it abroad with New Zealand’s Minister for Trade and Export Growth and Agriculture, Damien O'Connor. And Baskin-Robbins opened its 1,000th ice cream shop in the Middle East in Dubai. We find out the logistics behind it with John Varughese, the COO International of Inspire Brands. And finally, it's Freaky Friday, which means its Friday Quiz Time with Surina Kelly of the ARN News Centre!
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We find out what jet fuel at 14 year highs means for the recovery of the aviation sector and ticket prices with Vinamra Longani. We cross live to Dubai’s gold souk, amid reports that people are selling bangles and bracelets, as the yellow metal trades close to a record high with veteran jeweller Chandu Siroya. And it's property talk! Sarah Hewerdine, Head Of B2B Marketing at houza joins us live to answer all your property-related questions.
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Flydubai's profit in 2021 soared to AED 841 million, surpassing pre-pandemic figures. To find out how they did it and to get some more insight, our producer Mohamed Suleman has been speaking with Ghaith Al Ghaith, who is the CEO of flydubai. Plus, analysts are starting to predict the world is in for a period of stagflation. Stag-what-now? We ask one of our favourite economists, Dr Christopher Payne. And we bring you the latest on the oil market after US President Joe Biden announced a ban on Russian oil and other energy imports. We get the thoughts of Henk Potts, Market Strategist at Barclays Private Bank.
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International Women's Day is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 to commemorate the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women. We are are joined by one of Dubai’s most high profile women business leaders: Muna Al Gurg, Director of Retail at Easa Saleh al Gurg. Plus, stock markets plunged on Monday as soaring oil and gas prices sparked fears of a global economic shock from Russia's invasion of Ukraine.We speak to energy correspondent Amena Bakr about the outlook for oil and bread. And, thirsty business, Agthia - the mother company of Al Ain water, have posted some impressive numbers. Is it just a fact of us drinking more H20 or is there more to it? We speak to their boss, Alan Smith.
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The IMF warned on Saturday that the already "serious" global economic impacts of the situation in Ukraine would be "all the more devastating" should the conflict escalate. We discuss agflation and look at impact on soft commodities around the world with Marshall Gittler of BDSwiss. And we get the latest on the oil prices, which surged almost 20% in early Asian trade with Ed Bell of Emirates NBD. Plus, Dubai's government is launching a new savings scheme for government workers, but financial campaigner Steve Cronin warns that the high fees of schemes like this can wipe out some returns.
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Dubai has frozen school fees next academic year. Many parents are celebrating - but others fear schools will struggle to balance the books in an era of global inflation. We're joined by independent education expert James Mullan of Which School Advisor and CEO of school group Taalem, Alan Williamson. And it's Quiz day Friday! Surina Kelly from the ARN News Centre has the weekly news round-up with Richard, Brandy and Tom.
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We asked our bitcoin expert, Matt Blom of Eqonex. Plus, we get the key take aways from last nights OPEC+ meeting with Dr. Sara Vakhshouri, Founder and President of SVB Energy International. And as motorists get used to this week’s 10% hike in petrol prices, we’re getting loads of questions about the economics of electric vehicles. The founder of Green Energy – which has installed more than 200 charging stations in the UAE – joins us live.
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Looking at the knock on effects of rising fuel price - what does it mean for transport allowances in employment contracts? We speak to HR expert, Raymond Everett of AON. Plus, what does it mean for the price of food? Tom Harvey of Spinneys breaks it down. And are people looking for alternative options as fuel prices continue to rise. We look at what it means to car-buying habits with auto expert Matthew Davidson of Algodriven.
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In the run up to the Middle East Energy next week, we get the insight from Saudi energy expert Dr. Yousuf Al Shammari. He puts together the pieces of the puzzle, from Russian sanctions to the price YOU pay at the pump and what can we expect from OPEC Plus meeting tomorrow. Plus, what does the the lifting of pre-departure PCR tests to come to the UAE mean for the events industry? We speak to the boss of the Coca cola Arena, Mark Jan Kar. And as high level visitors continue to make their way to expo in the final month of the event. It's St David's Day - so we speak to the Welsh Government Economy Minister Vaughan Gething.
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We look at what the removal of PCR testing requirements into the UAE means for air travel recovery with IATA's Regional Director, Kashif Khalid. Plus, we love a good set of numbers here on the Business Breakfast, so we're very excited by the Dubai Land Department's new Residential Rental Performance Index, or RRPI. We look at what we can take from it with Daniel Richards, Senior Economist at Emirates NBD. And, we talk all things Ukraine with veteran journalist John Defterios – with a big focus on energy.
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We get market and economic reaction to the ongoing situation in Ukraine, as US stock markets staged a surprise rally late on Thursday. Looking at what it means for global economies and inflation with Khatijah Haque of Emirates NBD. And what it says about cryptocurrencies suitability as a safe haven asset with crypto expert Bitcoin Matt. Plus, we talk e-commerce with one of the top bosses from Amazon HQ in Seattle. Paul Misener is Vice-President for Global Innovation – he’s in Dubai for the Step Conference, and he joins us live.
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Business Breakfast brings you the latest update on the developing story on the Russia-Ukraine crisis. People in the Ukrainian capital, Kiev woke up on Thursdsay morning to the sound of warning sirens being tested, after Vladimir Putin authorised a military operation in the eastern part of the country. Explosions were also heard in neighbouring cities, just moments after Russia's president made a televised address. We take a look at what it means for the economy and the markets with experts: Monte Safieddine of IG, Ed Bell of Emirates NBD, Steen Jakobsen of Saxo Bank and Jeff Rhodes of RAK Gold.
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We've become a bit obsessed with a burning ship full of Lambourghinis - we find out what it means for the shipping and insurance industries, as well as how luxury cars are transported with Anthony Cerchiai of Nexus Insurance Brokers LLC. Plus, Dubai-based Wego has bought fellow online travel company Cleartrip's Middle East business, we speak to Wego CEO Ross Veitch. And we got lots of questions for the new ride hailing app that's parked itself in Dubai, how cheap it is, we asked its founder Andrew George.
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The iconic landmark Museum of the Future will open its doors and will welcome guests to embark on a journey to the year 2071, today - 22.02.2022. We find out what the museum aims to do, and as much as we can about what is inside it with Dubai Future Foundation CEO Khalfan Belhoul. Plus, latest annual numbers from Dubai Airport were out, did DXB retain its position as the world's busiest international airport? We asked CEO Paul Griffiths. And looking at the situation in Ukraine as oil price has jump after Russian tanks move closer to Ukraine border with Ameena Bakr of Energy Intelligence.
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We speak exclusively with HE Thani al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, to discuss the UAE’s new economic deal with India. We also get reaction from business leaders in the UAE with Rahul Tulpule of Covenant MEA. Plus, we look to the future - The museum of the future opens this week! We speak to the head of the world body for attractions like museums and theme parks about what it could mean for the emirate's tourism profile with Hal McEvoy, President and CEO of IAAPA.
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There is a big focus on aviation as we look at the bounce-back of business class – and the economics of economy class – with Kashif Khalid, regional director of aviation group IATA. Plus, we had an online travel agency predict that business travel will bounce back to near pre-pandemic levels this year. So what are hotels seeing? We speak to regional IHG boss Haitham Matter. And does Dubai really need another fancy shopping mall? As Emaar opens the doors to Dubai Hills, David Macadam of the Middle East Council of Shopping Centres and Retailers joins us live.
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As Airbnb globally reports revenue above pre-pandemic levels, we get the inside story from one Dubai-based company running hundreds of short-term lets, Reem Al Khatib of GuestReady. Plus, Meta has unveiled its company values - including instructions to build awesome things, and think about your Metamates. But do people care about company vision statements? We speak to corporate culture expert Lucy D'Abo. And we get the latest property research findings with Lynnette Sacchetto of Property FInder Group.
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An updated Green List of countries, regions and territories from where individuals can enter Abu Dhabi emirate without quarantine has been released. Surina Kelly from the ARN News Centre has all the details. Plus, we have details on a good day for Mohammed Alabbar’s digital banking venture Zand – as a string of high profile global investors join as shareholders. Mirna Sleiman of Fintech Galaxy gives us more details. And we look at what Dubizzle's annual auto report tells us about what we're all doing - and driving - in the UAE with Ravjot Singh of dubizzle Cars.
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Cinemas can go back to 100% capacity this week, after a long 18 months of restrictions. We speak to the CEO of Majid Al Futtaim Entertaining and Leisure Ignace Lahoud, about whether we've still got the appetite to sit in dark rooms with strangers. Plus, we talk the economics of sports sponsorship because the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships are back! We speak to COO of Dubai Duty Free, Ramesh Cidambi. And in the run up to Middle East Energy, this week we asked Omar Sadder of Yellow Door Energy why don't we just run everything on solar, given there is so much sun?
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But for advertisers, they're a better deal – so says spots lawyer Steve Bainbridge of Squire Patton Boggs'. Plus, talking food glorious food with Gulf Food underway, we speak to the Irish minister for Agriculture and Food, Charlie McConalogue. We also talk edible exports with Steve Harper, Executive Director of International Business at Invest Northern Ireland. And the finance chief of ADNOC Drilling, Alexander Urquhart joins us to discuss their first ever results as a listed company.
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Should you buy a home with your mates, and what happens if you fall out? We get some legal advice from Joe Carroll of Dentons. And and we find out what it means for the market with property expert Zhann Johincke, who also share the results of his latest Property Monitor report. Plus, capacity restrictions for all activities, events and social gatherings in Dubai will be gradually eased. Surina Kelly from the ARN News Centre has all the details. We speak to George Kunnappally, MD of Nando's about how big a boost this will give the restaurant business. And as Commercial Bank of Dubai reports record annual profit, we speak to CFO Darren Clarke about plans for 2022 and beyond.
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We speak exclusively to Lord Karan Bilimoria about entrepreneurism, start-ups, and Expo’s UK National Day. Plus, its earnings seasons, we speak to Aldar Properties' CFO Greg Fewer who reported a 21 per cent jump in its full-year 2021 profit. And with Dana Gas CEO Dr. Patrick Allman-Ward having a record year net profits of $317 million (AED1.16 billion).
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Some teenagers in the UAE will now be allowed to obtain a part-time job for the first time under plans to boost the country's development. But what do parents need to think about when it comes to contracts and what do employers need to put in place? We hear from Sara Khoja of Clyde & Co for all the legalities. And Hilton VP of F&B Strategy and Development, Emma Banks tells us how it will work on the ground. Plus, we find out how teenagers are spending here in the UAE with Smeetha Ghosh, Co-Founder & CEO, Cashee.
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We're plastic fantastic on the Business Breakfast this morning as Dubai to impose a tariff on single-use bags from July 1. We speak to the CEO of Urban Foods to find out what it means for supermarkets. Plus, we get the inside story on this week’s big stock market story: Abu Dhabi Ports raising Dh4 Billion through an IPO. Andrew Tarbuck of law firm Al Tamimi joins us live. And, our weekly Middle East Energy round up of top energy stories including should we care about gas here in UAE? We asked Robin Mills of Qamar Energy.
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Civil marriages among foreign nationals in Abu Dhabi will no longer need the woman to provide consent from her family and the need for witnesses. Surina Kelly from the ARN News Centre has all the details. Plus, Sci Fi film Dune has been nominated for 11 BAFTAS - with Abu Dhabi up for the award for best supporting desert. We find out what filming such a high franchise here means for the economy with the Abu Dhabi film commissioner, Hans Fraikin. And, Starbucks has launched its 1000th store in the region at Bluewaters Island in Dubai. We talk coffeenomics with the President of Starbucks, Andy Holmes.
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Its survey day on The Business Breakfast this morning. CEO intelligence network EMIR has quizzed its members about their attitudes to this week's big tax announcement. We find out what some of our largest companies plan to do next. Plus, we talk a lot of hot air: natural gas, to be precise. As Abu Dhabi discovers a massive new gas field, energy expert Justin Dargin explains more about it. And Dubai Municipality’s Food Safety Department has registered 1,343 new food establishments in 2021. As a result, the number of inspections also increased by 12% compared to 2020. To find out more about this figures we speak to the Director of Food Safety Department, Sultan Al Taher.
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CPI at the end of 2021 reached 108.62, compared to 105.97 in December 2020, which puts the inflation rate at 2.5 percent year-on-year, and at 0.02 percent in December 2021 compared to November. We find out how it's measured here and how high it might go with economist Dr. Christopher Payne. Plus, Dubai’s prime residential capital values climbed 17.4% in 2021, as buyers flocked to the city. We speak to Swapnil Pillai of Savills and asked what factors are driving demand for prime properties in Dubai. And AC Milan's management are in town! Why are they visiting and what do they hope to achieve? We asked Ivan Gazidis, CEO of AC Milan.
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More tax talk as the UAE digests the coming levy on corporate profits. We ask tax lawyer Shiraz Khan of Al Tamimi what companies need to think about now to stay on the right side of the law, and will accountants become the new premiership footballers of the corporate world? We speak to a recruitment expert about what the new tax law means for jobs. Plus, almost half of all employers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia offer life insurance as part of a standard employment package. We find out more about their findings with Sarah Dixon, who is the Managing Director of Hays Gulf Region. And we speak to RAKBank CEO Peter England to review the company’s earnings for 2021 (hint: profit rose sharply). It’s a bitter-sweet moment for the BB team, as it will be Peter’s last earnings call with us as he’s retiring from RAKBank in a couple of weeks.
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The UAE will introduce a federal corporate tax on business profits that will be effective for financial years starting on or after June 1, 2023. The ministry of finance said there will be a standard statutory tax rate of 9% and 0% for taxable profits up to AED375,000 to support small businesses and startups. What does this all mean for businesses here in the UAE? We have a range of experts including Sabah al-Binali from OurCrowd. We also understand the economic impact with Shady Shaher Elborno from Emirates NBD. And motorists will have to pay more at the pumps in February, after enjoying lower fuel prices over the last couple of months. To explain what's happening, we have Matt Stanley, Senior Broker at Starfuels.
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We get the details from Rudolph Lohmeyer, Partner, National Transformations Institute at Kearney Middle East. Plus we explore the economic impact of having sports stars like Cristiano Ronaldo here in UAE with Kiera Doherty of Seven Social. And Brandy Scott is live from New Zealand pavilion with Clayton Kimpton and find out how they are marking the official Expo 2020 National Day celebration of Aotearoa New Zealand!
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We speak exclusively to award winning author and leadership guru, Liz Wiseman, about her new book 'Impact Players' and how can you raise your game in your organisation. Plus, SLOTHONOMICS! Green Planet is celebrating the first sloth ever born in the Middle East with a gender reveal party this weekend. So we're asking - how much is that baby worth in ticket sales with Sara Stevens Head of Operations/Curator of The Green Planet. And, New Zealand's annual inflation rate topped a three-decade high at the end of last year, official figures show. We get the thoughts of economist, Dr. Oliver Hartwich of The New Zealand Initiative.
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That data will be put together by Property Finder and the Dubai Land Department - who will release the first index within days. We get the details from Lynette Sacchetto of Property Finder Group. Plus, startups in Mena raised a record-breaking $2.87bn across 639 deals. To find out more, we've been speaking with Triska Hamid from Wamda. And Fed chair Jay Powell gives hints over interest rates - what could it mean for us here in the UAE? we asked our economist, Ed Bell.
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IATA has released its full year numbers for the industry for 2021 and we're nowhere near a recovery. We speak to regional boss Kashif Khalid about what needs to happen next. Plus, S&P has assigned an 'AA' long-term and 'A-1+' short-term ratings to ADNOC Murban. We speak to Rawan Oueidat of S&P Global Ratings.
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We speak to Dubai’s financial regulator, Patrick Meaney, after it fined banker Gilles Rollet $175,000 for running an illegal cash service in DIFC. Plus, energy demand in Dubai rose 10 per cent last year, 2021, compared to 2020. What can we take from this and how can it be used as proxy data to tell us what's happening with the Dubai economy? We get the thoughts of various experts including Ed Bell of Emirates NBD, Robin Mills of Qamar Energy and Justin Dargin, Senior Energy and Geopolitical expert at The University of Oxford.
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Netflix shares have fallen after the company admitted in its Q4 earnings that streaming competition is impacting its growth. We get more details with Partner, Head of Media and Technology Practice at Cedar White Bradley, Fiona Robertson. Plus, we look at the massive sell-off in crypto currencies with Ola Dudin, founder of Dubai-based crypto exchange BitOasis. And it’s International Day of Education at Expo! Brandy Scott has spoken to Education New Zealand’s regional director, who’s in town from Washington, to find out how Covid has affected the ability to attract foreign students.
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Dubai has been named the Most Popular Destination of 2022 in Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Awards. We speak to the CEO of DTCM, Issam Kazim and find out what's next to stay on top for the next years. Plus, Emirates is resuming flights to a number of US cities today, and says flights to all its US destinations back to normal by Saturday. We get the thoughts of Johann Adjovi of Analysys Mason about what actually happened and how 5G was at the heart of the story. And several UAE companies have pledged to ensure women are in 30 per cent of leadership roles by 2025. We speak to Diana Wilde of Aurora50, an organisation which promotes women in leadership.
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Emirates Airline has suspended flights to several US destinations due to safety concerns linked to the planned deployment of 5G networks at American airports. We speak to COO Adel Al Redha to get the latest update. Plus, the UAE energy minister, HE Suhail Al Mazrouei has shared his plans for the country's hydrogen production - and its continued investment in fossil fuels. And do you want to be a millionaire? Well we can help. Andrew Hallam - author of 'Expat Millionaire' - has a new book out, and he joins us to share its secrets.
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Brandy Scotts' been busy down at the Capital for World Future Energy Summit 2022. She's been speaking to the man building the energy grid for one of the world's newest cities - NEOM. How is he going to get to 100% renewable in one of the world's petro-carbon capitals? She also finds out how you design a sustainable floor plan that's work from home friendly with Aldar Development CEO, Jonathan Emery. And what are challenges in getting rid of single use plastics from the companies Middle East offices? We'll hear from with the head of new energy at Siemens Energy, Manuel Kuehn.
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Aldar plans to cut emissions by thousands of tonnes and save millions of dirhams. Brandy's been down at the capital for World Future Energy Summit 2022 and finding out how, from the property giant's chief financial and sustainability officer Greg Fewer. Plus, talking to ambitious start-ups - including a company looking to desalinate water out at sea, and create floating farms. Founder Saeed Al Khazraji has been talking Brandy through the science of it. Reducing energy consumption and sustainability - are they real? We get the thoughts of Robin Mills from Qamar Energy.
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Abu Dhabi has updated the procedures for those who test positive for COVID-19 as well as close contacts. Surina Kelly from the ARN News Centre has all the details. Plus, we find out why office rents are rebounding in Dubai and Abu Dhabi with broker JLL. And Fit On Click has closed a $1.5M pre-Series A funding round led by Arrow Capital, as it continues on its growth journey through Ventures Lab, the Venture Builder programme launched last year by Modus Capital and Hub71. We find out more about the deal with Ben Samuel, Founder and CEO of Fit On Click.
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More kids learning from home means more parents working from home alongside them, but what does it all mean for the economy? We find out how home schooling affects your shopping basket with Tom Harvey of Spinneys. Plus, Saudi Arabia is writing a new investment law as it looks to raise 3 trillion dollars in foreign investment. We ask Dr. Christopher Payne of Peninsula Real Estate what it could it mean for us here in the UAE. And we speak to a Dubai insurance company who will give YOU a discount on your car premium – if you install an app on your phone to track how safely you drive.
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A new report from Visa has found that nearly all consumers see the benefits of a cashless society, while a majority of SMBs in the UAE already are, or plan to be cashless by 2024. We get the thoughts of Dr. Saeeda Jaffar, Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager, GCC region at Visa. Plus, inflation in the US has hit a near 40 year high. With the dollar linked to the dirham, we ask economist Daniel Richards what that means for us here in the UAE. And the UAE is the only Arab country to make the top 20 in the world's most powerful passport listing. We speak to the company behind the index, Henley and Partners.
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We speak to the company behind a new survey that suggests just 20% of firms will let employees work from home on Friday. Plus, building up to the upcoming World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2022 tackling critical industries that are shaping sustainability and driving investments globally with Rob Jones. And continuing our Novak-watch, this time with a leaked footage of presenters having their thoughts about the world number one tennis player. When a private conversation not a private conversation? We discuss.
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Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZ) has launched a new talent pass for people with special skills. We speak to their SVP of Business Growth Abdulaziz Al Hammadi to find out more. Plus, more than two and a half billion dirhams worth of real estate deals were signed in Dubai's first official working Friday. We ask Paul Kelly of Allsopp and Allsopp if that's just the old Thursday's deals - or if there's more money to be made in our new working week. And as Bitcoin trades close to a three-month low after a brutal festive sell-off, we ask crypto expert Matt Blom to find out what’s next.
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H.H Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a new law in Dubai, aimed at ensuring the integration of people of determination into society and enabling them to fully participate in all shares of life. Nadia Swan from the ARN News Centre has all the details. We talk cloud kitchens with US company REEF, who are cooking up a storm in the Middle East with plans to expand across the region with local partner Americana. We hear from REEF boss Ramez Shehadi. Plus, oil is sitting strong above 80 a barrel despite - well, everything. Oil broker Matt Stanley tells us why, and what it means for the UAE. And we are still on Djoko-watch – tennis player Novak Djokovic has won the courtroom battle to stay in Australia, but will he win the war to appear on Centre Court next week?
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We speak to the head of human capital for AON about when to make the call if you've got staff testing positive for covid, and at what point do you temporarily close the office. Plus, today marks the first ever Friday workday in the UAE, but what does it mean for business leaders and productivity? We get the thoughts of the behavioral scientist and Professor of Leadership at Hult International Business School in Dubai, Dr. Amanda Nimon-Peters. And world food prices jumped 28 per cent in 2021 to their highest level in a decade, according to the UN food agency. We find out the outlook for inflation in 2022 – a temporary blip or something more permanent with Shady Shaher Elborno of Emirates NBD.
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A new UAE healthcare giant is being created with the merger of SEHA, or Abu Dhabi Health Services Company, Daman, the National Health Insurance Company, and Pure Health Medical Supplies. We find out more with Arnab Chatterjee of RJ Fleming & Co. Plus, Mubadala has been declared the world’s best Sovereign Wealth Fund. Why? We find out by speaking to the guys who handed out the award: Diego López of Global SWF. And we've got fresh UAE PMI numbers, official property stats for the year, and a central bank forecast! We crunch the numbers with Shady Shahar Al Borno of Emirates NBD.
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Anyone who's had to do a drop off or a pick up at the airport this week will know that DXB international is busy, but how busy? We've got an exclusive interview with Paul Griffiths of Dubai Airports on that last minute surge in traffic over New Year. Plus, residential values in the world’s tallest building, The Burj Khalifa, have climbed 23%. Andrew Cummings of Knight Frank Middle East tells us more. And finally, Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes has been convicted of defrauding investors. We speak to PK Gulati, a Dubai-based Tech investor and find out the implications for the tech industry and when does a bullish and confident pitch become a fraud.
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We speak to the folks from We Will Fix it about how well our homes are holding up in the rain. Plus, a big focus on Covid testing. Dr Howard Podalsky of Cambridge Medical Centre tells us about whether we're imaging the increased wait for PCR results - and where have all the antigen tests gone? Plus, we find out what's happening at the hospital with Lubna Naeem, Head of operations and Business at Gargash Hospital.
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Some private schools in Dubai have switched to distance learning for the first few days of the new term to tackle rising covid cases. Nadia Swan from the ARN News Centre has all the details. We speak to the principal of North London Collegiate about the staffing challenges that the new variant poses to schools. Plus, we speak to one team leader about how she's coping with staff who are juggling quarantine, child care or are just stuck in other countries. We also talk to one business owner who is putting a two week WFH Omicron firebreak in place.
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We look ahead at upcoming New Year's eve reminders, including safety protocols and Dubai Metro timings with Dane Swindells of ARN News Centre. Hyde Hotel Dubai is 90% full. We ask MD Luke James where Dubai's New Years Eve revelers are coming from. Plus, Nando's is charging a AED 4,000 per head for its Dubai Mall restaurant. We ask their MD just how much Peri Peri chicken that will get you. And Robbie Williams is playing Atlantis The Palm, but how will he entertain you in the midst of an omicron spike? We speak to GM Tom Roelens.
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Just days ahead of the new working week, a survey from HR company Mercer tells us what the private sector plans to do about it. We speak to Mercer's Ted Raffoul. Plus, the UAE has approved the new vaccine following a study conducted here in the UAE on individuals who were previously vaccinated with two doses of the Sinopharm CNBG's inactivated vaccine. We find out more about it with Ahmed Faiyaz of KPMG Lower Gulf. And starting December 30, those entering Abu Dhabi from within the UAE will need to show a Green Pass or a PCR test result depending on their vaccination status. We find out how important economic ties between Dubai and Abu Dhabi are with Shady Shaher Elborno. and how this latest move will impact them. And what's your plan on NYE? We look at how the F&B sector is coping with the recent nationwide announcements to curb the spread of coronavirus, with David Singleton of Socius Group.
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Covid-19 guidelines for hosting indoor and outdoor social events have been enhanced, the Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee said on Sunday. We get the reaction reaction these new restrictions with the owner Vivaah Weddings and Founder of Middle East Wedding Alliance, Arun Bablani. Plus, Emirati lawyer Diana Hamade joins us with her take on reports that some UAE family firms may give up their monopolies for foreign brands. And oil expert Amena Bakr explains the extraordinary rally in oil over the past 24 hours – up 4% to nearly 80 bucks a barrel.
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The UAE has told some of its biggest family businesses that it plans to remove their monopolies on the sale of imported goods, the Financial Times reported. We speak to family business expert Bob Kohli to get his reaction. Plus, we discuss the new legislation to decriminalise the bouncing of cheques and take some legal advice with Shahram Safai of Afridi & Angell Legal Consultants. And Ajman Bank has signed an MOU with the Emirates Development Bank (EDB) to offer credit guarantee and co-lending for SMEs in the UAE. We find out more about it with EDB's CEO, Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi.
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By 2022, 90% of mid-sized and 60% of global enterprises will shift toward passwordless authentication methods. Chief Security Officer Haider Pasha of Palo Alto discusses their top Cybersecurity Predictions for the region for 2022. Plus, we explore the economics of the festive season with the guys from Hilton hotels and Joi Gifts who reveal how you've been spending your money this Christmas. And millions of people around the world faced travel disruption and increased Covid restrictions over Christmas as the surging Omicron variant caused flights to be cancelled and safety curbs tightened. We look at the numbers and how airlines are coping with Vinamra Longani of Sarin & Co.
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A new global survey shows business travel could be making something of a post-pandemic comeback in 2022, with nearly a third of companies saying they are willing to send their employees abroad for work. We speak to the author of the study, Steve Clements from risk management company, Willis Towers Watson. Plus, property prices have fallen this month, and some analysts are saying we could see oversupply in the property markets of the UAE in 2022. Haider Tuaima, Head of Real Estate Research from ValuStrat summarise their outlook for next year. And we find out what the latest Careem survey releases about customer and business trends of 2021.
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Property prices decline for the first month of this recovery cycle, falling by 1%. We find out more about this report with Zhann Jochinke, the COO of Property Monitor. Plus, is Dubai not already a crypto zone at the end of 2021? We asked the Crypto Sheikh podcaster, Danosch Zahedi, who is also MD of chemical company Arami Group and tells The Business Breakfast what the Dubai World Trade Centre and Binance deal means for the fintech sector in the UAE. And Shauna McGeachin from Expo 2020 Dubai discuss the soaring visitor numbers, increased Covid measures and share the big names who'll be headlining Expo 2020 Dubai's New Year's Eve celebrations.
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Terminal 3 of Dubai Airport is back to working at full capacity after the pandemic. CEO Paul Griffiths talks us through his outlook for the festive season and discusses how Omicron is affecting their business. Plus, UAE start-up ekar is planning to expand from its GCC base into Thailand next year. Chairman Ali Hashemi tells us why they chose the Land of the Smiles for their next location. And, as Bruce Springsteen sells his music collection for $500m, we take a look at the booming market of song rights with Mark Devaney from Clyde & Co.
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We speak exclusively to the UAE's Minister of State for Foreign Trade, His Excellency Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi about foreign markets opening up to the UAE, and how the Emirates is building on relations they already have. Plus, it's Dubai Duty Free’s 38th birthday today! We find out how the company is faring as it approaches middle age with Colm Mcloughlin, their Executive Vice Chairman and CEO.
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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, honoured the death of UAE businessman, Majid Al Futtaim, who passed away on Friday. The Business Breakfast looks back on the life of the eminent Emirati businessman. Patrick Chalhoub, Group President of the Chalhoub Group, and George Kunnappally, the Managing Director of Nandos, joins us to pay tribute and share their memories of him. Plus, a surge in Covid-19 cases driven by the Omicron variant has wreaked havoc on the weekend's sporting fixtures. We get the take of Partner and Head of Sports & Events for the Middle East at Squire Patton Boggs' Dubai office, Steven Bainbridge. And world renowned DJ David Guetta caught up with Georgia and told The Business Breakfast about his $100m deal with Warner Music.
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Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAK TDA) CEO Raki Phillips joins us live to talk about its pledged to become a sustainable tourism leader by 2025. Plus, we talk about the launch of a Specialized Court for the Digital Economy with DIFC Courts Chief Registrar Amna Al Owais. And one of the keynote speakers at the Blockchain World Conference in Abu Dhabi this week is Jordan Belfort - the infamous trader who inspired the ‘Wolf of Wall Street’ movie and book. Have a listen on how hackers recently robbed him of $250,000, plus his views on blockchain, bitcoin and NFT's in his interview with Georgia Tolley.
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The UAE is now connected to EU's digital covid certificate. We find out what it means for travel with Kees Van Schaick, Managing Director of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. Plus, looking at what changing border rules in Australia mean for holiday travel with aviation expert Nick Humphry. And Careem is expanding the groceries offering on its Super App by launching Quik, a new ultra-fast grocery delivery service. We get all the details from the Managing Director of Mobility at Careem, Bassel Al Nahlaoui.
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Gordon Barr of Al Tamimi & Company joins The Business Breakfast and tells us what is changing and what we're going to see from February 2, when UAE government and private sector workers will have the option to work flexibly, part-time, or take up temporary jobs. Plus, total retail spending in the UAE last year reached $71 billion, positioning it 14th globally and on the top spot in the Middle East and North Africa region. We get the details from the company behind the survey, Kearney Middle East. And a new initiative to highlight Dubai’s "unique personality and identity" has been unveiled. Nehal Badri of the Dubai Media Council tells us more.
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Dubai welcomed more than 4.8 million visitors in the first ten months of 2021, according to new data from the Department of Economy and Tourism. 9.4 million room nights were sold - 2.4 million more in the same period in 2019. CEO Issam Kazim of DTCM tells us the reason behind those numbers. Plus, talking business confidence with Nader Haffar of KPMG Lower Gulf. And we are counting down to 12 days of Christmas! Tom Harvey from Spinneys joins us live to look at the markets for fresh turkeys this Christmas.
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We speak to Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Emirate's Department of Government Relations about their decision to move to a four day work week. We also speak to the Dubai family group that has announced a hybrid working week for its staff, Easa Al Gurg, Group CEO of Easa Saleh Al Gurg Group. Plus, IATA has called for governments to follow WHO advice and immediately rescind travel bans that were introduced in response to the Omicron variant of the coronavirus. Kashif Khalid tells us what they expect governments to do.
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On the back of this week's news that Etihad Rail will carry passengers, we speak to the project's Executive Commercial Director, Omar Al Sebeyi. Plus, Etihad Airways frequent flyers will be awarded loyalty points and “green tier” status if they offset emissions from their flights, cars and homes. We get the details from Managing Director of Etihad Guest, Kim Hardaker. And UAE stock markets are following the public sector to a Monday-Friday work week. What could it mean for the local market? We asked Monte Safieddine of IG.
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There's only one thing anyone's been talking about for the last 24 hours! We explore the UAE's newly announced working week from a number of angles:- what it means for office life with future of work expert Oliver Baxter- what it means for wages and hiring with recruitment expert David McKenzie- what it means for the UAE economy with Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD- what it means for FDI with Rudolph Lohmeyer from Kearney Middle East- what it means for local markets with the general manager of investment service Stashaway- what it means for the staycation industry with Radisson general manager David Allen
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It's salary survey time! We get the largest predictions from Trefor Murphy, Founder and CEO of recruitment company Cooper Fitch. Plus, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has become the first bank in the region to launch an online consumer car ecosystem that offers car listings from both dealers and car owners. Philip King tells us more about it. And could Donald Trump be the next Mark Zuckerberg? The former President launches his own social media company so we asked media lawyer Fiona Robertson of Cedar White Bradley how big this could get.
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Surina Kelly from the ARN News Centre has all the latest on the UAE Railway Programme's passenger services that aims to carry more than 36.5 million people by 2030. Plus, What does Saudi Arabia's $3 billion loan mean for the country? Policy advisor and Pakistan's Former Advisor to the Ministry of Finance, Dr. Khaqan Najeeb has the details. And what does the new variant mean for conferences as some high profile drop outs from a couple of big events have got organisers worried? We get the thoughts of Natalie Crampton of TEC. And we talk tax with the head of the Federal Tax Authority. Why is the UAE cutting some of its penalty fees for admin mis-haps? H.E. Khalid al Bustani explains.
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The UAE has signed a Dhs60 billion deal to buy fighter jets from France – with an extra Dhs10 billion on military helicopters. The deal was signed by French President Emmanuel Macron during a visit to the UAE; shares of Dassault Aviation climbed 10% in Paris. We get the reaction from French Ambassador to the UAE, H.E. Xavier Chatel. Plus, OPEC Plus met to decide what to do about new covid variants and extra barrels from President Biden. Energy expert Matt Stanley tells us what it means for the oil price under Richard's Christmas Tree. And Bitcoin is making headline over the weekend. We get the thoughts of Nagham Hassan, a crypto content creator, about the story behind the dramatic swing.
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We are broadcasting live from Union House - the building where the UAE constitution was signed, the birthplace of the United Arab Emirates. We hear from a variety of people young and old, including Dr Azad Moopen – founder of the Aster Healthcare empire. We also hear from business leaders who have played an instrumental role in shaping the commercial landscape of the UAE, including former Jumeirah Group CEO Gerald Lawless and Dubai Airports boss Paul Griffiths.
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We reveal the retail implications of the jubilee with Mark Lack of Geant supermarkets. Plus, Dubai's private school population is edging back to pre-pandemic levels after growing by 10,000 pupils in 12 months. We explore the economics of education with James Mullen of Which School Advisor. And as COVID-19 cases continue to decline in the country, Are residents regain confidence in in-store shopping? We get the thoughts of Debashish Mukherjee of Kearney Middle East.
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We get a lawyer’s take on the UAE’s massive overhaul of its legal system with Dino Wilkinson of Clyde & Co. Plus, what does the ratification of the holiday home business in Abu Dhabi mean for operators and the market as a whole? We discuss the topic with the team at Frank Porter. And Amena Bakr of Energy Intelligence Group tells us what the Omicron coronavirus variant means for oil prices.
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Surina Kelly from the ARN News Centre has the details about the new coronavirus variant that’s making headlines. Plus, we speak to Dr. Howard Podolsky to get the medical facts about all things Omicron. We also look at the economic implications with Khatija Haque, chief economist of Emirates NBD. And we also have the aviation expert Vinamra Longani, to weigh in on the story as Dubai suspends flights to and from South Africa.
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Online payment fraud increases by 208% amid the Black Friday season, that's according to Kaspersky. We look at the Black Friday scams that you need to be aware of with the Founder & CEO of IT Sec, Amir Kolahzadeh. Plus, we talk investing in Asia. As Abu Dhabi investment firm Gulf Capital turns its attention East, we cross live to Singapore with Dr Parag Khanna, author of ‘The Future Is Asian’. And regional corporate IT spending is set to rise by 2 and a half per cent this year. Is it enough? We speak to the guys from Gartner behind that report.
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We speak to the COO of Dubai Duty Free, Ramesh Cidambi about rehiring workers who were laid off during the peak of the pandemic. Plus, we talk about the economics of education with Al Mal Capital, CEO Sanjay Vig, who explains why they’ve just bought two schools in Ajman. And New Zealand is set to reopen to foreign travellers. We get the thoughts of New Zealand Consul General - Dubai & Northern Emirates, Kevin McKenna.
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That’s according to the UK's Transport Secretary Grant Shapps, who spoke exclusively to the Business Breakfast's Brandy Scott. He says the UK's travel rules won't change again this year. We also caught up with Kevin O’Leary, one of the sharks in Shark Tank, the hit US investing show. Kevin O’Leary is in the capital attending the Fintech Abu Dhabi Festival. And we hear from our favourite market analyst Ed Bell about the challenges Fed chairman Jay Powell will be facing. He has just been nominated by US President Joe Biden to be in charge of the US central bank for a second term.
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Dubai has launched a drone programme that enables the use of drones in several sectors, including health, security, shipping and food. We speak to the CEO of Falcon Eye Drones Services to learn what this initiative means for Dubai and the region. Will the current spike in building materials lead to a rise in contractual disputes? We hear from Faisal Attia, a disputes lawyer at Pinsent Masons. And we have the interview with the Ugandan minister of Energy - Her Excellency Dr Ruth Nankabirwa. She told the Business Breakfast about what COP26 means for developing countries.
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We have Black Friday coming up but we are also in the middle of a supply chain crisis. The Business Breakfast spoke with Neha Choudhary, Vice President of Onsite & Digital Strategy at online retailer noon, to find out how they can offer customers good discounts on products currently in short supply. We also have the latest on the 80% jump in coffee prices with Ed Ball, Senior Director, Market Economics at Emirates NBD. And the Business Breakfast's Tom Urquhart has been speaking to the CEO of Dubai Golf, Chris May, on the final day of the DP WORLD TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP 2021.
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Tony Douglas, Group CEO of Etihad Aviation Group, spoke exclusively to our very own Richard Dean about the advantages of their aircraft, the Greenliner. Plus, Brandy has been busy down at ADIPEC and caught up with secretary general of OPEC, Mohammed Barkindo. And its this week's Property Pulse with the boss of Property Finder.
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Brandy is down at ADIPEC, where she’s speaking to a number of energy ministers - including the Indian Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, His Excellency Hardeep Singh Puri. Plus, we hear from Bob Lange of Airbus, who obviously have a big presence at Airshow this year, and as he tells The Business Breakfast all is not lost, if anything the industry is at a pivot point. And we dig deep into this week’s top stories from the world of aviation with Vinamra Longani.
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A new federal law regulating labour relations in the private sector will come into effect on February 2, 2022. We speak to employment lawyer Sara Khoja of Clyde & Co to get a clear view of these sweeping changes. Plus, we hear from UAE Energy Minister Suhail Al Marouei, who’s been speaking to Brandy Scott at the big ADIPEC energy event in Abu Dhabi. And which company within the Emirates Group, if any, is likely to be listed on the Dubai Financial Market? We get the insight from none other than the Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum.
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The UAE's job market has bounced back to 2019 levels according to the folks at PageGroup, much like everything else in town. We crunch the latest numbers with PageGroup's Regional Director, Jon Ede. Plus, It’s Dubai Airshow week, and we’ve been speaking to the great and the good of the aviation world. Emirates Airline has swung back to profit for the first time since the start of the pandemic. That’s what the airline’s President, Tim Clark, has told The Business Breakfast. And Brandy Scott has temporarily moved to the capital this week for ADIPEC. She joined us live to talk us through what to expect with the event.
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Dubai's property market is showing early signs of cooling off. That's according to the latest Property Monitor index. We were joined live in the studio by their COO Zhann Jochincke who told us more about the latest numbers. Plus, the UAE is set to host COP28. We look at what that means for us, and the world with sustainable finance expert Professor Bernado Bortolloti. Plus, the Dubai Airshow begins today – we speak live to ‘team Boeing’ about what to expect.
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We speak to Careem's Managing Director of Mobility, Bassel Al Nahlaoui and get the reason behind it. Plus, Emirates Airline has seen its net loss for the first half of the year more than halve. We get the thoughts of aviation expert and lawyer Nick Humphrey of Kennedys. And, remote job postings have more than doubled here in the UAE. That's according to LinkedIn - we speak to the Head of their MENA Private Sector team, Arda Atalay.
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That's according to the latest compensation report from Mercer, who have found that tech, life sciences and consumer goods will lead the increases. We speak to their Career Products Leader Ted Raffoul Plus, we caught up with Felice Hurst, Advisor at The Work Crowd. She got in touch with us regarding our labour crisis feature and told us "There ain't no labour crisis here when it comes to crypto!!" And we dig deep into this week’s top stories from the world of aviation with Holger Ostheimer of DC Aviation Al-Futtaim.
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Nearly half of all US companies say they have a shortage of skilled workers. Are we struggling to find the white collars we need here in Dubai? We speak to recruitment expert David McKenzie. Plus, we find out more about the new family laws that have been introduced in Abu Dhabi with Ahmed Ragab Alkotby of ADG Legal. And Bayut and Dubizzle have crunched the numbers on the property sector, and find - hold the front page - that prices are going up. We'll find out where they're not.
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A new family law to regulate issues pertaining to divorce, child custody and inheritance for non-Muslims in Abu Dhabi has been unveiled. Surina Kelly from the ARN News Centre has all the details. Plus, Elon Musk is asking his Twitter followers to vote on whether he should sell 10 per cent of his Tesla shares. We speak to market watcher Monte Saffiedene about it. And all UAE business owners and managers should be aware of the very recent decision of the Dubai Court of First Instance in the matter of the Bankruptcy of Marka - we talk bankrutpcy with Jimmy Haoula of BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP.
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The labour crisis is hitting industries hard and driving prices up. We check-in with David Singleton from Socius Group to see what the situation is on the hospitality front. Plus, the shipping giant Maersk has reported a record quarter despite handling less containers. We find out what the supply chain crisis means for your Christmas presents with their Managing Director, Christopher Cook. And JLL is launching a Commercial Property Price index with the Dubai Land Department. CEO Thierry Delvaux of JLL Middle East, Africa and Turkey explains.
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Today is the Indian festival of light, boosting business across the UAE from candle-makers to bangle-makers. Chandu Siroya of the Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group along with retail boss of supermarket chain Choithrams, Ashutosh Chakradeo joins the Business Breakfast to tell us more about it. Plus, Aldar has reported it's highest ever quarterly sales for Q3. We go through the numbers with CFO Greg Fewer. And we speak to Alan Smith, the CEO of food company Agthia about how dates and a Kuwaiti bakery are transforming the company.
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In anticipation of lots of exciting Dubai listings, we play fantasy DFM league with asset management guru Arnab Chatterjee. Plus, we get some interesting insights about the energy crisis and gas shortage with Martin Houston of Tellurian. And we talk about turnarounds with the boss of scandal-hit hospital firm NMC. Chief Executive Michael Davis explains how the Abu Dhabi healthcare giant is back in the black.
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Growth at Dubai Airport has been "spectacular" over the past six weeks, according to their CEO Paul Griffiths, who has told the Business Breakfast that while transfer traffic is more "sluggish," he expects it to pick up in spring next year. Plus, the UAE is implementing big changes when it comes to the decriminalisation of bounced cheques. We get the banking lawyer Kamal Jabbar to explain everything. And buy shares of luxury handbag makers and don’t worry about inflation, it’s a short-term blip - that’s the word from Henk Potts, Director of Market Strategy at Barclays Private Bank!
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A new report suggests that over two thirds of UAE companies have increased the amount they spend on premiums per employee. We get the latest from Ahmad Bayaa, COO of Bayzat - the folks behind the report. Plus, we crunch the numbers on Saudi Aramco’s earnings. Is it hypocritical that the world’s biggest oil company reports record profit – on the day the COP26 climate change conference begins? We get the thoughts of Amena Bakr of Energy Intelligence Group. And vaccinated Australians are allowed to leave the country without special permission from today. What does that mean for the country and the economy? We speak to University of Queensland economist John Quiggan.
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We speak to media lawyer Fiona Robertson as Facebook rebrands, we find out what actually is changing and what isn’t. Plus, world leaders have gathered in Glasgow for the Cop26 climate summit. Tanzeed Alam of Earth Matters Consulting tells us more about it and how important it is for us here in the UAE. And it's Halloweenomics! We talk pumpkin sales with Spinneys commercial manager for grocery Tom Harvey.
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Pure Harvest Smart Farms has raised more than 64 million dollars in growth capital. We find out what exactly they're going to do with it with their founder and CEO, Sky Kurtz. Plus, we speak to DHL Express Country Manager, Geoff Walsh, and find out what the company has been doing to alleviate the supply chain crisis. And OPEC+ meets next week, as oil hovers around 86 dollars a barrel. We look at what the group might do next with oil broker Matt Stanley.
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RAKBank reported a 73% jump in quarterly profit, reaching 229 million dirhams. Their CEO Peter England told the Business Breakfast that the UAE’s strong pandemic rebound boosted the bank’s performance. Plus, Australia is the latest country to pledge net zero emissions by 2050. We speak to Australian economist Sydney Demaria. And the great and the good of finance and investment are currently in Riyadh for the FII. We cross live to Eithne Treanor, Founder & CEO, E Treanor Media to get all the latest.
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