Behind every earnings report and expansion plan in today’s UAE sits an unquantified line item: the psychological cost of operating amid sustained regional uncertainty. The country’s economic fundamentals remain comparatively strong, but the human nervous system does not read balance sheets. Dr Joseph El-Khoury, Co-founder, CEO and Medical Director of The Valens Clinic in Dubai, […]
Read Full Story →Cities have always been engines of economic activity. Ancient trading cities grew around ports and marketplaces that connected merchants, goods and buyers. Industrial cities connected factories with labor, transportation, energy and capital. Today’s global cities bring together businesses, institutions, investors and talent. The ability to create connections has always been a major economic advantage. But […]
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The mainstream startup narrative has long peddled a familiar archetype: the 20-something tech bro in a hoodie, burning through venture capital in a rush to “break things.” But as the market navigates persistent volatility and economic uncertainty, a more resilient economic engine has emerged. Globally, women over 50 are the fastest-growing demographic of startup founders. […]
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Soaring energy costs and fractured supply chains are set to tip Britain to the edge of a technical recession by the summer, with smaller businesses bearing the brunt of the squeeze, according to the Item Club’s latest forecast. Read more: Britain to ‘flirt’ with recession as Iran oil shock rattles SMEs
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EY analysis reveals that raising UK defence expenditure to up to 5% of GDP by 2035 could generate £30bn a year in additional economic output and support domestic manufacturing and R&D. Read more: Higher defence spending could unlock £30bn annual boost for UK economy
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UK businesses expect higher inflation and fewer rate cuts as energy prices surge following the Iran war, according to Bank of England data. Read more: Inflation fears surge as rate cut hopes fade for UK businesses
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Regions across England and Wales will receive up to £20m each to boost innovation in sectors including AI, clean energy and advanced manufacturing. Read more: Regions from Teesside to Cornwall awarded up to £20m to boost innovation
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The US has warned Keir Starmer’s plans to align with EU rules could disrupt UK-US trade, raising concerns over future economic ties. Read more: US warns Starmer’s EU reset could strain UK trade ties
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A proposed UK holiday tax could cost 33,000 jobs and reduce tourism spending by £1.8bn, with industry leaders warning it would harm growth and competitiveness. Read more: Holiday tax could cost 33,000 jobs and £700m in lost revenue, industry warns
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled a £2bn AI investment plan to make the UK the fastest adopter in the G7, boosting growth, infrastructure and innovation. Read more: Rachel Reeves unveils £2bn AI push to make UK fastest adopter in G7
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