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Dubai strengthens its lead as a global magnet for wealth and real estate investment - Emirates 24|7
Dubai strengthens its lead as a global magnet for wealth and real estate investment Emirates 24|7
'I'm a scam expert - even I fell for this simple trick that's targeting every Brit'
'I'm a scam expert - even I fell for this simple trick that's targeting every Brit'Even experts get caught - investigative journalist Kaf Okpattah shares how a single click lost him his account, and why every Brit is now a target for the new generation of cyber scammers.TechnologyAimée Walsh Columnist and U35 Deputy Editor08:00, 23 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesKat Okpattah spoke to The Mirror about the prevalence of scams plaguing BritsMost people in the UK will have, at one point or...
Why India is eyeing E85, not 100% ethanol, for its fuel future
Why India is eyeing E not ethanol for its fuel future
How BCL Globiz is redefining financial confidence for UAE businesses
In a landscape where compliance is no longer optional, BCL Globiz has emerged as one of the UAE’s most trusted accounting and tax advisory firms. We sat down with the team to understand what sets them apart.BCL Globiz offers accounting and bookkeeping services. What does high quality actually mean in practice for your clients? At BCL, high quality means more than accurate entries. It means your books are structured, clean, and decision-ready at every point in the month. We go beyond routine post...
Sainsbury’s says Iran war to hit its shoppers and business
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India to import urea at double prices amid Middle East disruption – Reuters
New Delhi’s reported record purchases, ahead of its monsoon sowing season, are expected to push up prices and strain supplies globally India has agreed to import urea at double the prices it paid earlier this year, amid the supply disruption caused by the Middle East conflict, Reuters has reported. New Delhi is set to import a record 2.5 million metric tons of the nitrogen-based fertilizer in a single tender, the news outlet reported on Wednesday, citing government sources. I...
“Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar” scheme launched to empower farmers
BusinessPakistan“Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar” scheme launched to empower farmersBy Web Desk-Apr 23, 2026Punjab has unveiled a major agricultural and economic development initiative titled “Apni Zameen, Apni Mehnat, Apni Fasal, Apna Rozgar” aimed at promoting prosperity through farming. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has officially launched the “Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar” scheme portal. The historic project involves land allocation worth Rs160 billion for landless rural residents. On the Chief Minister’s di...
Dubai Metro Gold Line to lift property prices and rents by up to 30%
Dubai’s newly announced Metro Gold Line is expected to drive property price and rent appreciation of up to 30 per cent in communities along its route, according to leading developers and real estate executives.Industry leaders said homes located near stations could command premiums of 10 to 25 per cent, while rental rates may rise by 15 to 30 per cent as connectivity improves across key districts.Rizwan Sajan, founder and chairman of Danube Properties, said the Gold Line marks another milestone...
MCA Gulf: Choosing the right ASP for UAE e-invoicing
As the UAE prepares for the rollout of e-invoicing, with the pilot phase expected in July 2026 and mandatory implementation beginning in January 2027 for larger businesses, organisations are entering a critical phase of preparation. One of the most important decisions at this stage is selecting the right Accredited Service Provider (ASP).“This is not just a technical choice. The ASP will handle invoice transmission, validation, and communication with the Federal Tax Authority, making it a centra...
Pir Panjal is fenced. How do Pak terrorists still cross into J&K?
Pir Panjal is fenced How do Pak terrorists still cross into JK
Emirates NBD profit rises as strong income growth offsets geopolitical uncertainty
Dubai: Emirates NBD reported higher first-quarter earnings, supported by strong lending growth and record non-funded income, as it navigated a period of geopolitical uncertainty.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Total income rose 21% year-on-year to Dh14.4 billion, while profit before tax increased 6% to Dh8.2 billion. Net profit reached Dh6.4 billion, reflecting continued momentum across core business segments.The bank’s balance sheet expanded b...
Harry makes unannounced visit to Ukraine to ‘remind the world’ about the war
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FAB profit rises in Q1 despite dent in client activity late in quarter from regional tensions
Dubai: First Abu Dhabi Bank reported a rise in first-quarter earnings, supported by lending growth and diversified income, even as regional tensions weighed on client activity toward the end of the period.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Operating income increased 6% year-on-year to Dh9.34 billion, while operating profit rose 5% to Dh7.22 billion. Net profit came in at Dh5.01 billion, with return on tangible equity at 17.8%.Pressure from geopoli...
Just 1-2% traders drive 70% India's F&O volumes: Nithin Kamath warns of imbalance
Just traders drive Indias FO volumes Nithin Kamath warns of imbalance
Jobs bloodbath as three major Australian companies swing the axe in a week - so is your role safe?
Jobs bloodbath as three major Australian companies swing the axe in a week - so is your role safe?READ MORE: Albanese not ruling out tougher fuel measures for AussiesBy NICHOLAS COMINO, POLITICAL REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 07:30, 23 April 2026 | Updated: 07:33, 23 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Government borrowing falls by £20bn in year to March
Government borrowing falls by £20bn in year to MarchJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGetty ImagesUK government borrowing fell by almost £20bn last year, according to the latest official figures.Borrowing, the difference between spending and income from taxes, was £132bn in the year to March, the Office for National Statistics said.The total was slightly below the £132.7bn that had been predicted by the government's independent forecaster, the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR)...
Asian stocks today: Markets retreat after record-high due to oil surge, Iran tensions weigh
Asian markets faltered after touching record highs, weighed down by surging oil prices and lingering US-Iran peace talk uncertainties. Japan's Nikkei briefly crossed 60,000 before retreating. Escalating Middle East tensions, including shipping disruptions, fueled oil price spikes, impacting investor sentiment across the region. Despite a Wall Street rally, regional markets succumbed to geopolitical anxieties.
Pakistan decides to cut import duties, remove non-tariff barriers
BusinessEditor's ChoicePakistan decides to cut import duties, remove non-tariff barriersBy Shoaib Nizami-Apr 23, 2026Islamabad: The federal government is considering reducing import duties and removing thousands of non-tariff barriers to facilitate trade and improve market access. According to sources, more than 2,660 non-tariff barriers, currently discouraging imports, are set to be gradually eliminated. These include restrictions affecting the import of mobile phones, cars, dairy products...
UK undershoots annual borrowing target by £700m
But Iran war likely to blow hole in Rachel Reeves’s carefully crafted fiscal ‘headroom’ in coming monthsBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK government came in below its annual borrowing target by £700m, official figures show – but the Iran war is likely to blow a hole in Rachel Reeves’s carefully calculated fiscal “headroom” over the coming months.The government borrowed a net total of £132bn for the financial year ending in March, the Office for National Statistics said. This slightly undersho...
The surprising city that's overtaken Sydney to claim Australia's most expensive rental market
The surprising city that's overtaken Sydney to claim Australia's most expensive rental marketVacancy rate hits record low nationwide Tenants have reached affordability limits By KYLIE STEVENS, SENIOR BREAKING NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 07:12, 23 April 2026 | Updated: 07:14, 23 April 2026 e-mail View comments