Best Bitesize Business Breakfast Podcasts (2025)

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Global markets in a holding pattern after Trump, Zelensky and Europe's leaders meet 32:24

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19 Aug 2025. We get reaction to the Washington talks from Charu Chanana, chief investment strategist at Saxo Bank. Plus, live from Delhi, Swarup Gupta of the Economist Intelligence Unit on Prime Minister Modi’s new tax cuts. And with UAE influencers now officially licensed as advertising businesses, we ask Bees & Honey’s Tatum Greig what this means…

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The business of Back-to-School 33:42

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18 Aug 2025. Retailers are ramping up as the new academic year approaches, Landmark joins us to talk about the business of Back-to-School. Plus, why are more UAE firms ditching traditional legal hires in favour of project-based experts? We ask Sarah Jones of Rayne. And Al Reem Island is heating up as Abu Dhabi’s hottest property market - MERED’s Mi…

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Dubai economy accelerates to 4% growth in Q1 30:37

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15 Aug 2025. We crunch the numbers behind Dubai’s latest GDP data with Ed Bell of Emirates NBD. Plus, we talk Alaska-nomics, as Presidents Trump and Putin head to the icy tundra for today’s summit. Danny Sebright joins us from the US-UAE Chamber of Commerce. And, has the insurance industry bounced back from last year’s flood – and what’s happened t…

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Is University still worth it? 34:41

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14 Aug 2025. As thousands of teenagers across the UAE await their exam results, we ask the admissions team at Heriot-Watt University Dubai and Crimson Education whether higher education is still the right investment in the age of AI. Plus, we hear from RAK Properties CEO Sameh Muhtadi on record earnings, and Binghatti’s CEO on raising half a billio…

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AI is no longer emerging in the UAE, it’s arrived! 33:02

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13 Aug 2025. Presight’s CEO says AI in the UAE has firmly taken hold, as the company posts first-half revenues of over AED 1 billion. We also unpack Knight Frank’s latest Abu Dhabi and Dubai office market report with Adam Wynne, and ask aviation expert Nick Humphrey why the Middle East leads the world in premium-class travel. See omnystudio.com/lis…

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Talabat profit jumps 33%, with grocery delivery a bright spot 30:39

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12 Aug 2025. It's delivery-nomics! Talabat’s CFO breaks down their latest earnings and what they reveal about the UAE’s fast-growing delivery economy. Careem Groceries rebrands to Careem Quik, VP Chase Lario on speed, AI, and the future of online shopping. Plus, Trump delays China tariffs by 90 days - economist Ed Bell on what it means for global t…

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Gold trades near record high on tariff concerns 32:40

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11 Aug 2025. We get analysis from Emirates NBD’s Daniel Richards and Pepperstone’s Chris Weston. Tabreed’s CEO explains the business of keeping the UAE cool. And filmmaker Faisal Hashmi tells us why AI has some in the UAE’s film industry worried about the future of creative jobs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Is the Dubai real estate finally cooling, despite the summer heat? 32:25

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08 Aug 2025. Trump imposes a 25% tariff on Indian goods. Some Indian companies are moving operations to the UAE, to avoid the 50% tariff on Indian exports to the US. That's what professor Ulla Rao of Manipal University told Business Breakfast. Plus, Property Monitor’s Zhann Jochinke tells us if Dubai real estate is finally cooling despite the summe…

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The economics of hotels in RAK’s Mina development 31:44

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07 Aug 2025. It’s Day 2 of our live broadcast from Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort by RAK Properties. We dive into the economics of hotels in RAK’s Mina development with Sietze Hoefnagel, Director of Operations. RAK Ceramics Group CEO Abdallah Massaad joins us to talk about local & global growth. And ADNOC Distribution is reporting record fuel …

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It’s Day 1 - Live from Mina Al Arab in RAK! 28:45

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06 Aug 2025. We’re broadcasting live from Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort - part of RAK Properties’ Mina Al Arab master development. The big news? The launch of the world’s first Armani beach villas. We speak to the CEO behind the project. Plus, FAB’s Chief Economist Simon Ballard breaks down what weaker UAE PMI data might signal for the econom…

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ADNOC Gas has signed a 10-year LNG supply agreement with Hindustan Petroleum of India 31:02

14d ago31:02

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05 Aug 2025. We unpack what it means for UAE–India energy ties and the outlook for global gas markets with energy expert Matt Stanley. Plus, as India becomes a key target of Trump’s tariff plans, economist Dan Richards unpacks the broader implications. And RAK sees record-breaking tourist numbers, we speak to the VP of Destination Tourism. Finally,…

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Dubai Duty Free hits new sales record in July 28:47

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04 Aug 2025. Dubai Duty Free just recorded its best July ever - we crunch the numbers with Managing Director Ramesh Cidambi. Plus, Atlantis The Palm reveals its New Year’s Eve headline act, live on the Business Breakfast. And with nearly 10 million visitors in H1, we ask Radisson Group what that means for hotel growth and room rates. See omnystudio…

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It's Tariff D day! 30:46

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01 Aug 2025. US President Donald Trump’s tariffs take effect. We get reaction from Emirates NBD economist Daniel Richards on what it means for trade and markets. Plus, J-Lo is performing in Abu Dhabi middle of the week in July! Does this mark the UAE’s shift into a year-round live music destination? Ethara’s David Powell joins us to discuss. See om…

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The US Fed and UAE Central Bank have kept rates on hold 29:44

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31 Jul 2025. So what’s next for rate cuts and what it means for us? We ask economist Daniel Richards. Plus, ADNOC Drilling posts a record-breaking H1, CFO Youssef Salem joins us live. Saudi budget airline flyadeal releases fresh metrics, we speak to the CEO. And it’s the final day for UAE businesses to file late corporate tax returns without facing…

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Profit & Performance: H1 Earnings Breakdown 32:17

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30 Jul 2025. It’s earnings season - and Aldar reported a 24% surge in half-year profit, to more than Dhs4 billion. We speak to Group Chief Financial and Sustainability Officer Faisal Falaknaz. Plus, EMSTEEL’s Mark Tonkens walks us through their H1 numbers, and Dubai Taxi Company CEO Mansoor Al Falasi joins us as Q2 net profit jumps 33%. And with br…

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DXB marks the busiest H1 with 46 million guests 32:41

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29 Jul 2025. Dubai International welcomed 46 million passengers in the first half of 2025. CEO Paul Griffiths tells us what’s driving the growth and how the airport is preparing for even more. Plus, a shortage of warehouse space is pushing demand into the Northern Emirates - Knight Frank shares what’s happening on the ground. And we speak to the CE…

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Donald Trump confirms a trade deal with Europe 34:11

22d ago34:11

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28 Jul 2025. What does it really mean for the global economy? Economist Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD weighs in. Plus, could AI really replace real estate brokers? Haus & Haus’ Clementine Munro makes the case for keeping it human. And we reveal the winner of our full MBA scholarship with Hult International Business School. See omnystudio.com/list…

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Du reports stellar net profit expansion in Q2 2025 31:49

25d ago31:49

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25 Jul 2025. We speak to CEO Fahad Al Hassawi about what’s driving growth. Plus, with bank earnings rolling in, what do they reveal about the health of the UAE economy? A veteran market watcher. Mohammed Ali Yasin gives his read. And in the 2025 Wealth Report, Abu Dhabi and Dubai take the top two spots - what does that say about the region’s global…

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TVPS Newsletters 26:28

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In this episode of The HIV Podcast, Jess and Sarah take a stroll down memory lane as they dust off two of TVPS’s vintage newsletters, because what better way to mark our 40th anniversary than with a peek into our own archives? From animal adoption to Sarah's editorial input, we’re uncovering what was making headlines (and raising eyebrows) back the…

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From Botox to the Scalpel: Is Plastic Surgery Booming? 26:06

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24 Jul 2025. Yesterday we asked if summer was the season for tweakments, today we’re going all in. Is Dubai seeing a plastic surgery boom? We speak to Dr. Iraj Ahmadi, Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Mediclinic Welcare Hospital. Plus, Monte Saffediene of Capital.com breaks down Tesla and Google’s latest earnings. And CBD CFO Darren…

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Is Summertime the Perfect Time for Your Tweakments? 28:20

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23 Jul 2025. Is the quieter summer season the ideal time for a little aesthetic refresh? We ask Dr. Parul Thakur, founder of Athena Dermatology Clinic. Plus, how are Dubai cafés coping with the summer slowdown? One café owner shares their survival strategies. And Toby Hall from Savills weighs in on signs of softening in parts of the city’s office m…

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RAKBAnk profit jumps more than 20% 39:13

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22 Jul 2025. CEO Raheel Ahmed joins us live with the details. Plus, qlub just raised $30 million to change the way we pay at restaurants. Co-founder Mahmouad Fouz tells us what’s next. And JLL’s Taimur Khan takes us inside Abu Dhabi’s upgraded Al Maryah Waterfront, with AI water shows, immersive public spaces, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener …

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From calls to fintech. 37:49

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21 July 2025. botim has unveiled a major upgrade transforming from a simple calling app to an AI-powered, fintech-first app. We speak to CEO Dr. Tariq Bin Hendi. Plus, Ethereum is surging past Bitcoin - crypto expert Saqr Ereiqat breaks down why. And are car prices really dropping in the UAE? DubiCars CEO Craig Stevens tells us what’s happening on …

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UAE President’s European tour rolls into Hungary and Serbia 31:22

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18 July 2025. As the UAE President visits Hungary and Serbia, we unpack the economic takeaways with Emirates NBD’s Ed Bell. Plus, Netflix beats expectations, eToro’s Josh Gilbert breaks down the earnings. And in our Summernomics series: from slap fighting to wrestling, how indoor venues are staying packed. We also check in with Haus & Haus on how t…

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James Kirkland 55:10

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As part of our 40th anniversary series, Sarah and Jess are joined by James Kirkland, who’s shining a light on one of the many unsung heroes of the HIV response, a nurse named Josephine. James shares the moving stories he uncovered while writing his dissertation, which centres on Josephine’s work on the frontlines of HIV care during the 1980s and 90…

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Etihad is adding seven new routes to its network 37:57

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17 Jul 2025. We speak to CEO Antonoaldo Neves on new routes, new planes, and what Wizz Air's exit from Abu Dhabi mean for his airline. Plus we’ve got the boss of Sanad, the Abu Dhabi firm that looks after Etihad engines. Mansour Janahi reveals how revenue jumped 39% this year. And dnata is using driverless tractors to transport airport baggage. We …

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Airalo Hits Unicorn Status 31:32

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16 July 2025. Travel tech firm Airalo is now valued at over $1 billion. We speak to Co-Founder and CEO Ahmet Bahadir Ozdemir about their global growth and what’s next. Plus, summer camp bookings are booming, we look at the economics of school holidays. And Emirates SkyCargo expands its courier operations in Australia, what does it mean for the airl…

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Wizz Air Exits Abu Dhabi 32:27

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15 Jul 2025. Wizz Air is pulling out of Abu Dhabi, ending all flights from September. We ask aviation expert Mark Martin what went wrong. Plus, inside the RTA’s tunnel plans around DIFC with Atkins Realis, and are summer blockbusters flying or flopping? The CEO of Roxy Cinemas breaks down the box office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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DP World to invest $800 million in Syrian port 31:47

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14 Jul 2025. What does it mean for trade and the wider economy? We get the thoughts of our economist, Ed Bell. Plus Investor Patrick Tsang joins us to talk Trump tariffs and UAE–China ties. Plus, we meet the founder of a new AI-powered restaurant opening soon in Downtown Dubai. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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From Farms to Finance and Foreign Policy 31:45

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11 Jul 2025. We’re joined by UK Ambassador to the UAE Edward Hobart to talk industrial strategy and growing UK-UAE trade ties. Plus we speak to strawberry farmer Sky Kurtz about his foray into the frosty treat market. And does Bitcoin’s record rally have further to run, or a bubble waiting to burst? Market analyst Monte Saffediene of Capital.com jo…

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Les K Wright 32:27

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As we continue our month-long celebration of 40 years of TVPS, Sarah and Jess are joined by someone who’s made history and written it, Les K. Wright! A trailblazing queer historian, writer, photographer, and fierce AIDS activist, Les has spent decades capturing the stories, struggles, and spirit of our community. Since hanging up his chalk as a pro…

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Saudi Opens Doors to Foreign Buyers 31:16

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10 Jul 2025. Saudi Arabia will allow expats to buy property from 2026. Real estate economist Christopher Payne tells us what this could mean for demand and for the wider Saudi economy. Plus, we speak to the firm overseeing Dubai Metro’s Blue Line project, the mortgage brokers raising $60 million for growth, and get reaction from Pakistan to its $1 …

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The UAE outpaced Saudi in job creation last quarter, says Cooper Fitch 33:57

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09 Jul 2025. With a 4% rise in new roles compared to 2%, according to Cooper Fitch. But are companies playing wait and see on the hiring front? We ask Dr Trefor Murphy. Plus, Kearney breaks down how the UAE, Saudi and Qatar are transforming the business of sport and what it means for the region’s global influence. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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Driverless vehicle trials set to start before the end of the year 30:54

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08 Jul 2025. Self-driving car trials will begin in Dubai before the end of the year, starting in Silicon Oasis. We speak to RTA’s Khaled Al Awadhi about their partnership with Chinese tech firm Pony.ai. Plus, tech analyst Dan Ives says Elon Musk should refocus on Tesla, not politics. And property transactions dipped last month, we ask ValuStrat’s h…

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Oil prices falling after OPEC+ agrees to ramp up production 33:48

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07 Jul 2025. We speak to oil expert Matt Stanley to put that in context for us. Plus, it’s a big week in Trumpian economics: tariff threats, deal deadlines, and a “big beautiful” bill passed. We unpack it all with Daniel Richards from Emirates NBD. And PwC’s latest outlook brings a mix of AI-driven opportunity and climate-driven risk, we speak to t…

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Standard Chartered’s Global Market Outlook for H2 2025 28:47

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04 Jul 2024. Standard Chartered is forecasting a weaker US dollar over the next 6 to 12 months — despite strong US economic data. We speak to the bank’s CIO to find out why. Plus, Dubai sets its sights on becoming the global PropTech capital - DIFC Innovation Hub CEO Mohammad Alblooshi joins us to talk about the launch of the new Dubai PropTech Hub…

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Jim Hoggart 37:21

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In the first of a month of very special episodes, Sarah and Jess kick off the celebrations of 40 years of TVPS (the charity that produces The HIV Podcast that Sarah and Jess work for)! And who better to start with than Jim Hoggart, someone who was literally there at the very beginning. Jim takes us back to the 80s (shoulder pads and stigma galore) …

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Dubai Duty Free reported record half-year revenue of $1.1 billion 30:46

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03 Jul 2025. CEO Ramesh Cidambi tells us how confectionery, especially 2.5 million bars of Dubai Chocolate helped fuel the surge. Plus, Emirates launches direct flights to Shenzhen, strengthening UAE–China ties. Dubai Eye’s Natasha Thomas reports from the inaugural flight. And Tabreed CEO Khalid Al Marzooqi joins us live to discuss the company’s la…

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Abu Dhabi investors buy Dubai training company Biz Group 29:12

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02 Jul 2025. Hazel Jackson, founder of Dubai-based Biz Group, has sold her business to Abu Dhabi’s Knowledge Group, becoming the latest expat entrepreneur to cash out. She joins us live to share the story behind her 32-year journey. Plus, with gold prices climbing and inflation back in focus, economist Ed Bell breaks down what it means for markets …

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DXB Airport Gears Up for Summer Rush 31:52

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01 Jul 2025. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is gearing up for 3.4 million passengers between June 27 and July 9. We speak to CEO Paul Griffiths about what’s behind the summer surge and how to beat the crowds. Plus, you can now check your credit score on the DubaiNow app, we ask Etihad Credit Bureau’s H.E. Marwan Lutfi what it means for your fina…

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Air Asia is planning a new Gulf hub 35:32

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30 Jun 2025. Air Asia aims to open a Gulf hub this year with four airports on the shortlist, including Ras al Khaimah. CEO Tony Fernandes shares the details. Plus, we get the inside story on G42’s rise to the global Top 100 - the company’s chief marketing officer joins us live. And with the UAE corporate tax deadline fast approaching, tax expert Vi…

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HIV & Shame 34:57

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This week, Sarah and Jess dive into the sticky subject of HIV and shame, where it comes from and most importantly, how we can start to shake it off. Sources How to cope with shame | Psyche Guides Almost half of people living with HIV in the UK feel ashamed | aidsmap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Is there rising interest in UAE staycations in the midst of overseas travel disruption? 27:08

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26 Jun 2025. We checked in with the team from Anantara The Palm. Plus, Gartner says nearly half of “Agentic AI” projects are overhyped and doomed to fail. Senior Director Analyst Anushree Verma explained their findings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Dubai Eye 103.8

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Dubai stocks jump 3.4%, their best day of the year 27:55

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25 Jun 2025. What does that say about macro sentiment? Economist Jeanne Walters gives us her take. Plus, Al Mal Capital outlines its plan to raise Dhs200 million for its REIT. And we head to Palm Jumeirah, where 25 Degrees just bought a $100 million plot - Development Director Joe Chamberlin tells us who’s buying and what they’re building. Also, it…

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Oman’s Income Tax Move: What It Means for the Gulf 30:28

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24 Jun 2025. Oman is set to introduce a 5% income tax on high earners from 2028. Could this signal a shift across the Gulf? We speak to taxpert Thomas Vanhee of Aurifer Middle East. Plus, we get the latest on regional developments and market reaction with economist Jeanne Walters. And we reflect on the life and legacy of FedEx founder Fred Smith, w…

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UAE markets are holding strong despite the current situation in the region 30:28

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23 Jun 2025. We get real-time reaction from economist Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD and market insight from Century Financial’s Vijay Valecha. Plus, the UAE has new ministries covering trade and the economy: economist Dr Nasser Saidi gives us his reaction. And corporate fraud in the Middle East is reaching alarming new levels, according to KPMG. W…

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Renovation is the New Relocation? 27:21

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20 Jun 2025. Is a new kitchen or upgraded flooring really worth it - or is it just cheaper to move? We dig into the economics of renovation with Clementine Munro of Haus & Haus and Mohamed Fiaz Khazi of Euro Systems. Plus, Taaleem shares jumped 6% after acquiring Kids First Group. We speak to CEO Alan Williamson about what the deal means for the UA…

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News roundup 24:02

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This week Sarah and Jess take a look over some news stories from the last couple of weeks, as well as coming up with some inventive fundraising initiatives - strawberry laces as HIV awareness ribbons anyone?! Sources Famous Aids quilt put on display in London for first time in 30 years Clients of Wolverhampton aesthetics clinic who had vampire faci…

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The US Fed and UAE Central Bank keep interest rates on hold 30:09

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19 Jun 2025. The US Fed and UAE Central Bank have both held interest rates steady. We hear from Fed Chair Jay Powell - and get local reaction from Emirates NBD’s Ed Bell. Plus, Microsoft says AI won’t fix the “infinite workday” unless we change how we work. We speak to Zubin Chagpar about what needs to happen. And as the school year ends, we get th…

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Is Dubai’s Office Boom Sustainable? 32:38

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18 Jun 2025. Dubai’s office sales nearly doubled in Q1, hitting Dhs2.8 billion, but can the boom last? We ask Zacky Sajjad of Cavendish Maxwell. Plus, we hear from ADNOC CEO Sultan Al Jaber on AI, energy, and the region’s outlook. And a $100 million plot on Palm Jumeirah has just sold! We speak to Dubai Sotheby’s about what it signals for the city’…

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