The number of Internet users in the Arab world is expected to rise to about 226 million by 2018. That’s according to the latest Arab Knowledge Economy report unveiled in Dubai, which says more than half of the region will have access to the Internet in the next two years. These figures exceed the estimated world average by about 7%. Among the GCC countries, Bahrain and Kuwait are expected to register the highest number of new internet users.
DIP Holding begins IPO subscription period with offer price range
DIP Holding, owner of Dubai Investments Park, has announced an offer price range between AED 1.10 and AED 1.15 per share, as it begins subscription period for its initial public offering (IPO) on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) on Tuesday.
UAE capital markets reflect strong performance in first 9 months of 2026
The UAE financial markets have recorded strong performance during the first nine months of 2026, with number of companies licensed by Capital Market Authority rising 43 per cent and the combined market capitalisation of ADX and DFM touching AED 3.7 trillion.
UAE and Benin exchange CEPA in Abu Dhabi
The UAE and Benin exchanged a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement on Sunday aimed at significantly expanding trade and investment between the two countries.
Dubai Customs refund applications rise to AED 6.9 billion in first half of 2026
Dubai Customs processed 1.36 million applications for customs deposit refunds in the first half of 2026, up 3.6 per cent from the same period last year.
ADNOC unlocks over AED 60 billion in UAE manufacturing opportunities
ADNOC announced on Sunday more than AED 60 billion in local manufacturing opportunities through to 2030, alongside changes to its procurement and supplier systems.
