UAE
· Emirates NBD to acquire retail banking business of HSBC Egypt https://bit.ly/4w8PubV
· Federal Tax Authority, Dubai Police seize 3.5 million non-compliant excise goods packages https://bit.ly/4w4tJd4
· Dubai property market jumps 17% to $15.3bn in July as $45m apartment tops sales https://bit.ly/4w3nu9u
· UAE real estate investing: Should you buy property or invest in listed real estate shares? https://bit.ly/3RORbx0
· What are the biggest skyscrapers under construction in the UAE? https://bit.ly/4qcNxdf
· ADNOC sets new well delivery standard, drilling more than one mile in single day https://bit.ly/4cgYwMF
· Abu Dhabi strengthens global standing through landmark cultural, tourism projects https://bit.ly/4xbALha
· Sharjah welcomes visitors with promotional event at Sharjah International Airport https://bit.ly/4xh8MwH
· Ajman Investment Attraction Working Group reviews investment opportunities in approved sectors https://bit.ly/4xh8O7N
· flydubai to host UAE National Careers Open Day on August 16 https://bit.ly/452XH6q
· ADGM’s Registration Authority activates Broker Classification Framework to boost professionalism in real estate https://bit.ly/4btKS8F
· UAE and Serbia Presidents discuss strengthening comprehensive strategic partnership https://bit.ly/4vWWGaN
· Emirates launches aircraft upcycling student programme https://bit.ly/4yOFkzz
· Talise Spa at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab introduces two new longevity memberships this summer https://bit.ly/4pOvk5n
· SUPA Uzbek Culinary House is coming to Dubai https://bit.ly/4pT1Ov6
· How selling a $10,000 Rolex helped founder Kain Roomes build a Dubai AI healthcare startup https://bit.ly/4xeT7On
· How to apply for a UAE e-visa if you’re a GCC resident https://bit.ly/4w3ZBP8
· Dubai Airport Smart Gates: Everything you need to know https://bit.ly/4ySHY7B
· How to get a Dubai immigration visa https://bit.ly/4q1lbT6
· Majid ramps up construction on flagship Arlington Park 2 amid strong demand https://bit.ly/4fOfsLw
· 2PointZero Group reports net profit of AED7.7 billion in H1 2026 https://bit.ly/4bZb1MN
· ADGM’s Registration Authority activates Broker Classification Framework https://bit.ly/4yZZW8m
· EMSTEEL reports AED2.4 billion in Q2 revenue https://bit.ly/4xlnCSY
· Borouge delivers 23% increase in net profit in Q2 https://bit.ly/3RINQzA
· PureHealth reports $326.75 million net profit, $4.06 billion revenue in H1 2026 https://bit.ly/45HMoR7
Saudi Arabia
· Saudi economic growth to reach 5.5 percent in 2027: IMF https://bit.ly/4h7xfQg
· EU approves Saudi PIF’s $55 billion acquisition of EA under subsidy rules https://bit.ly/4pOGZkw
· Saudi and US leaders seek calm as regional tensions increase https://bit.ly/3S9UChR
· Two tankers with Saudi oil exit Red Sea over weekend, data shows https://bit.ly/3RoHOEc
· PIF-backed Ardara, Sumou launch $1bln phase of Abha project https://bit.ly/4xkGOQL
· Makkah region's coastal islands drive sustainable tourism and the blue economy https://bit.ly/452Cppq
· Gross insurance premiums in Saudi Arabia hit $22.59bln in 2025 https://bit.ly/4yVlTFc
· Saudi PIF signs up to $9.5bln in MOUs with IFC, MIGA, Asharq News reports https://bit.ly/3TPmxEg
· Saudi RGA outlines key routes linking Riyadh to Hail heritage sites https://bit.ly/4hEW7ik
· Saudi bank credit rises 7.3% as deposits grow to $835bn https://bit.ly/45HNFaR
· Analysts: Saudi-US nuclear deal offers strategic gains for both sides https://bit.ly/4bsjCYb
· Saudi gold market to outshine regional peers: World Gold Council https://bit.ly/4g8gdQX
Qatar
· Qatar ranks second globally in 2026 IMD Labor Market Index https://bit.ly/4pPx8Lh
· Qatar Airways extends suspension of three destinations https://bit.ly/4pXiXUM
· Saddle Café to open in Doha https://bit.ly/4fN4p5n
· Qatar: Real estate trading volume exceeds $221mln in two weeks https://bit.ly/4xebItP
· Global and Domestic Minimum Tax registration now live on Dhareeba https://bit.ly/4yOGA5L
· New model lets Qatar SMEs scale without owning logistics https://bit.ly/4yUDdKA
· Expert cautions against foreign AI dependence https://bit.ly/4yQskJX
Kuwait
· Saudi Arabia, Kuwait move closer to cross-border rail link with 2026 target on track https://bit.ly/4pPXrkA
· Kuwait raises crude oil output to near 2mln bpd in July, source says https://bit.ly/4fMEpXA
· Boubyan successfully closes $300 million Sharia-compliant syndicated facility deal https://bit.ly/4hujwmT
· Boursa Kuwait records net profit of KD 13.74 million in the first half of 2026, reinforcing the resilience of its business model despite regional tensions https://bit.ly/454FzZJ
· 13 companies compete to support Kuwait’s food security, agricultural future https://bit.ly/4wwmsUp
Oman
· Oman issues $949m in tenders as project awards reach $1.9bn https://bit.ly/4bWsup8
· Omani-Bahraini products exhibition opens in Salalah https://bit.ly/4wM9oKP
· Oman introduces new 14-Day Tourist Visa under amended foreign residence regulations https://bit.ly/4q1m7XC
Bahrain
· Bahrain strengthens intellectual property system with Locarno accession https://bit.ly/4yUALDS
· Investcorp Capital reports $44 million net profit for FY2026 https://bit.ly/3TPkzDS
· STC Pay Bahrain partners with PayPal to launch cross-border fund transfers https://bit.ly/4vZoprD
· Investcorp invests in US wealth management platform Berger Financial Group https://bit.ly/4wwlGqt
· NBB unveils digital multi-currency card https://bit.ly/4w1uGms
· Major boost for capital market as Bahrain Clear launches upgraded rules https://bit.ly/4pVIrBQ
· Alba sets benchmark for safety excellence https://bit.ly/4yVRtCV
Egypt
· Marriott International announces landmark agreement with Misr Italia Properties and People & Places for over 1,500 keys across Egypt https://bit.ly/4wxn1gT
· Egypt growth outlook cut to 5% as inflation delays rate cuts: BMI https://bit.ly/45HNFYp
· Al-Sisi reviews ports, high-speed rail projects to bolster Egypt’s regional logistics ambitions https://bit.ly/4cg1MrA
· Egypt launches lease-to-own industrial land scheme to ease investment costs
· Government explores leveraging military production capabilities to attract investment https://bit.ly/4wCG2P6
· Egypt weighs transferring ownership of state holding companies to cut public debt https://bit.ly/4xc59b7
· Deyaar, Westway, and Harva surpass H1 2026 sales targets by more than 120% https://bit.ly/452DJso
· Egypt reviews stalled real estate projects, explores new financing tools to support developers https://bit.ly/4fxIzE6
· Amarina Group launches real estate arm, plans EGP 10bn investment in five projects https://bit.ly/4xaDW8O
· Eliwah Group forms consortium to deliver EGP 2bn medical projects in New Capital, New Cairo https://bit.ly/3RQkQWD
· Al Oula targets EGP 5bn in mortgage financing in 2026, expands liquidity solutions for developers https://bit.ly/4hclDLN
· Egypt to launch dedicated investment fund for Egyptians abroad in 2027: Finance minister https://bit.ly/4h7iSLP
Middle East (Regional)
· Caterer Middle East Bartenders Power List 2026: Expert judging panel revealed https://bit.ly/3RRhaDQ
· ExxonMobil says LNG projects diversify portfolio, won't 'shy away' from Middle East https://bit.ly/4fOAjye
· Indian Oil Corp boost spot oil buy amid Middle East crisis https://bit.ly/4w8kIQ9
· Gaming, healthcare and fintech firms raise funding and expand operations in lively market https://bit.ly/3TybQG8
