The UAE’s general government debt is 'very low', estimated at about 27 per cent of GDP this year, S&P said. AFP

UAE maintains strong credit rating despite regional war

Ratings agency also affirmed the emirate of Abu Dhabi's strong rating

Business

Iran's strike on desalination plant brings Gulf water security into focus

Energy

One week of Iran war: Global economy feels the heat with energy and aviation hit

Business

First 100 hours of strikes in Iran cost US $3.7bn, report says

Economy

UAE and Japan conclude trade deal negotiations to deepen economic ties

Economy

Iran's struggling economy 'unlikely to cope' with weight of war

Economy

UAE non-oil private sector growth hits 12-month high in February

Economy
US Federal Reserve research on the effects of President Donald Trump's tariffs has angered the White House. Reuters

New York Fed president defends controversial tariff research

John Williams says tariff costs fall 'overwhelmingly' on US consumers and businesses

Economy

Senior US Fed official says it's too soon to assess Iran war impact

Economy

Hormuz escalation roils global shipping with war levies and insurance cover cuts

Economy

Egypt's economy in crisis as financial turmoil grips region

Economy

Debt pressures cast shadow over Egypt’s economy in crossroads year

Economy

ExclusiveAbu Dhabi Ship Building expects surge in military orders

Economy

Egypt unlocks $2.3bn in funding after IMF completes review

Economy
About $28 billion of Egypt's debt must be repaid in the first quarter of 2026. AP

Debt pressures cast shadow over Egypt’s economy in crossroads year

With the IMF set to end its mission, economists warn that maintaining fiscal discipline is vital

Economy

ExclusiveAbu Dhabi Ship Building expects surge in military orders

Economy

Egypt unlocks $2.3bn in funding after IMF completes review

Economy

Can a smarter tax policy unlock Mena region's growth potential?

Economy
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