More Dubai homebuyers paying cash as interest rates rise, but mortgages still fund most deals
UAE banks are likely to raise the rates they use to assess mortgage eligibility, potentially reducing the amount buyers can borrow, industry executives say
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At Adipec, energy’s big chance to power the AI boom | The National
Rising electricity demand has put resilience at the top of the event’s agenda this year
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UAE gold prices dip ahead of Diwali, Dhanteras; buyers turn to coins, lighter jewellery
A recent dip in gold prices is prompting buyers to revisit festive purchases, while others consider selling or exchanging unused jewellery
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Freight rates could take up to a year to ease after peace returns, says Aramex CEO
The logistics group’s chief executive explains how alternative trade routes powered its second quarter performance and sees the centre of logistics is shifting to the Middle East