GCC Stocks Close Lower as UAE Leads Regional Decline
GCC equities ended lower as all five major markets declined, with Abu Dhabi and Dubai leading losses while regional turnover exceeded AED 7.4 billion
Emirates Expands Long-Term Social Investment with South Africa Child Nutrition Programme
Emirates, EPCR and the Kolisi Foundation launched a four-year programme to provide 1.6 million breakfasts to children across South Africa by 2030.
UAE Stocks Fall as ADX and DFM Extend Broad Market Decline
UAE equities closed lower as the ADX fell 1.17% and the DFM lost 1.43%, with combined trading exceeding AED 2.7 billion.
Spain's Economy Grows 0.6% in Q1 as Investment and Exports Lose Momentum
Spain's economy expanded 0.6% in Q1 2026, supported by household spending, while investment and exports weakened, official data showed.
Abu Dhabi Attracts AI Startups from 62 Countries Through Presight's Second Global Accelerator Cohort
Presight selected 12 AI startups from 376 applications across 62 countries, strengthening Abu Dhabi's position as a global AI innovation hub.
How Sharjah Turned Global Recognition into a Knowledge Economy Asset Through the House of Wisdom
Shurooq explains how Sharjah transformed its UNESCO World Book Capital title into a permanent institution supporting the knowledge economy.
Saudi Arabia's Trade Surplus More Than Doubles to SAR 25.4 Billion in April
Saudi Arabia's trade surplus rose to SAR 25.4 billion in April as oil exports increased and imports declined despite regional geopolitical tensions.
Weak Yen Near 40-Year Low Boosts Japan Carmakers While Pressuring Importers
The yen remained near a 40-year low, lifting Japan's automakers while increasing pressure on import-dependent businesses.
US Stocks Close Mixed as Chipmakers Slip Ahead of Micron Earnings
US stocks closed mixed as semiconductor shares fell ahead of Micron earnings, while lower Treasury yields supported broader markets.
Dukhan Bank Raises $500 Million Through AT1 Sukuk as Investor Demand Exceeds Three Times Issue Size
Dukhan Bank raised $500 million through an AT1 sukuk priced at 6% after investor demand exceeded three times the issue size.
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