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Regulatory pressure in other cities has made operating from the Gulf state more appealing
Hedge funds look to expand in a region not laid low by inflation and the war in Ukraine
Fund set to gain exposure to flagship port in return for generous outlay that will cut logistics group’s debt
The trophy real-estate project was mothballed in the financial crisis. Now a Maldives-style Anantara resort aims to put the islands back on the map
Boat’s presence in Ras al-Khaimah is a reminder of the Gulf state’s ambivalence towards western sanctions on Moscow
In spite of lingering lockdown effects and the threat of a global recession, executives were upbeat about the sector’s prospects at the FT’s recent summit
Rare and illegal strike by Talabat food delivery drivers comes as oil and food prices rocket
Couriers arrived at Fowler Oldfield with money hidden in car door panels and black bin bags
Prospective UAE buyers also being offered deep discounts on UK luxury homes
Irish crime syndicate accused of using Dubai to launder money has forged ties with top-level boxers and promoters
Dewa’s monopoly status is one of its most attractive features
IPO of Dubai Electricity & Water Authority raises $6.1bn as emirate seeks to revive capital markets
Critical scrutiny is now focused on hubs such as Dubai
FTX and Binance set up operations in the Gulf state after securing approval under new licensing regime
Claims of recruitment fee payments at ‘world’s greatest show’ underscore concerns for staff welfare in region
Government should rethink relations with ferry operator and its owner
Emirate hopes to boost sluggish capital markets with sales of state-owned businesses from utilities to road tolls
Gulf emerges as potential haven amid toughened financial rules
Gulf state’s decision reflects desire to preserve relationship with Russia
Sheikh Mohammed intervenes to ensure stability in pillar of the emirate’s economy
Celebrities and tourists return to Dubai as expats in Abu Dhabi adjust to higher risk level
Industry supports the smaller but more diverse and inclusive format of the show
Ruling in English court offers rare glimpse into world of Gulf elite
Dubai regulators say Equitativa failed to take reasonable steps to report relevant information
City has come under pressure from regional powerhouses Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia
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