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Into "The Wilds" 27:12

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We find out more of Aldar’s The Wilds - bringing luxury living into nature with COO Cecilia Reinaldo. Plus, we get reaction to Nvidia earnings overnight from Jessica Amir of stockbroker MooMoo. And, Ramadan-omics: we look at whether Ramadan is still the time to grab a car bargain with Karl Hamer of Adamas Motors. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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More than 150 companies fined for breaking cold calling rules 31:48

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26 Feb 2025. We get more details with Surina Kelly of the ARN News Centre. Plus, as BP prepares to scale back its green energy goals, we look at the wider impact of Donald Trump’s “drill baby drill” mantra, with Ryan McPherson of the Energy Industries Council. And, Ramadamnomics continues - Jumeirah's Mr F&B Andy Cuthbert about the iftar. And, we l…

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UAE to invest 40 billion dollars in Italy 41:07

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25 Feb 2025. The UAE has committed to investing 40 billion dollars in Italy, as the two countries move towards a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Plus the chief Asia economist for HSBC, Frederic Neumann: with China and India facing sluggish growth, what does it mean for the UAE? And, our Ramadanomics interviews have started - we'll spe…

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Dubai property prices fall in January for the first time in two years 40:30

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24 Feb 2025. That's according to the latest report from Property Monitor, Zhann Jochinke talk us through the report. Plus, we look at UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed state visit to Italy today, with the economy, green energy and AI top of his agenda. And Dubai crypto exchange Bybit hit by $1.5 billion hack what went wrong, and how can invest…

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UAE has launched a price tracker 27:07

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21 Feb 2025. That's for basic food including rice, chicken and vegetables. Economy Minister Abdullah bin Touq al Marri said the new tracker would: “ensure fair pricing and protect against inflationary shocks.” We get more details with the boss of Spinneys, Tom Harvey and what impact could it have on inflation with Economist Dan Richards of Emirates…

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Etihad Airways reported record profit of Dhs1.7 billion last year. 42:27

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20 Feb 2025. We look at more earnings with Etihad, The Abu Dhabi airline said passenger numbers climbed more than 30%, to 19 million. Plus, Ali Dibadj who overseas more than quarter of a trillion dollars as CEO of Janus Henderson joins BB and answer all investing questions. And, Aldar unveils "The Wilds", a new Dubai community designed for sustaina…

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DIFC reported a 25% jump in new companies. 28:27

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19 Feb 2025. We had two sets of record numbers from Dubai: DIFC and private jet movements. Economist Daniel Richards shared the economic significance. Plus, as millionaires and billionaires converge on the Dubai International Boat Show, we speak to the boss of UAE boat builder Gulf Craft. And, the boss of GMG on how they’re transforming food retail…

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UAE and Ukraine sign a CEPA trade deal. 37:38

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18 Feb 2025. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky was in Abu Dhabi for the signing, which he witnessed alongside UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed. We asked Economist Dan Richard of Emirates NBD the economic importance of this deal. Plus, as the giant Gulfood event continues in Dubai, we get a taste of what’s ahead with Foodie Holdings CEO Kareem Abu…

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The ‘tectonic’ shift in the old gratuity system for UAE staff. 40:13

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17 Feb 2025. Lunate first to launch UAE end-of-service fund in 'tectonic shift' for Middle East retirement savings. The boss of investment firm, Seif Fikry discuss all the details. Plus, we talk the future of hotels with the regional CEO of Intercontinental, Haitham Mattar. Including his new book “Pots, pans and five-year plans”. And DMCC unveils p…

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First Harrow International School in Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Island 31:58

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14 Feb 2025. We speak to Taleem CEO Alan Williamson about what comes next. Plus, Adnoc Drilling reports its 2024 financial results, CFO Youssef Salem crunch the numbers for us. And, Parkin introduces a new event tariff policy. What does this mean for parking at major events? We find out with COO Osama Al Safi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…

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Will you get bonus this year? 31:33

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13 Feb 2025. Dr. Trefor Murphy of Cooper Fitch has been looking at bonuses and payouts in the UAE and Saudi. Plus, we speak to the boss of Spinneys, after the supermarket’s 26% jump in pre-tax profit. And big IPO announcement from the CEO of Alpha Data, Fayez Ibbini. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Surf's Up on Business Breakfast! 35:37

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12 Feb 2025. We look at the economics of surfing as The Business Breakfast broadcast live at Surf Abu Dhabi, Hudariyat Island: more than just surfer dudes, the boss Ryan Watkins says it’s driving “socio-economic growth”. Plus, we discuss the ADGM's new employment rules with Luke Tapp of Pinsent Masons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform…

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Earnings season - good sources of proxy population data 35:30

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11 Feb 2025. Earnings numbers are out, we go through them with CEO Thomas Pramotedham for Presight and Acting CFO, Ali Siddiqi for ADNOC Distribution. Plus, The World Governments Summit in Dubai happening, Wall Street Journal boss Almar Latour among the speakers and he joins us live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Superbowl-nomics! 28:26

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10 Feb 2025. We run the rule over this year’s Super Bowl adverts with Arnaud Verchère of ad agency Tonic International. Plus, we look at the property in Northern Emirates, where prices are rising and investor confidence is strong. Fibha Ahmed from dubizzle & Bayut. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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India cuts rates for first time in nearly five years to 6.25% 32:32

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07 Feb 2025. We get the latest from Jayati Ghosh, Professor of Economics at University of Massachusetts Amherst. And, it's earnings season - we speak to the CFO of Adnoc gas about their numbers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Av Dubai Eye 103.8

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Abu Dhabi investment firm Lunate has launched a retirement fund for private sector workers 36:05

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06 Feb 2025. Companies can use it to replace the traditional gratuity system. We speak to the man who’s been running a similar scheme in DIFC for years, Wilson Varghese, Senior Executive Officer at Zurich Workplace Solutions. We also find out what does it mean for employers & employees with financial coach Steve Cronin of DeadSimpleSaving.com. And,…

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UAE PMI data: Business activity in the UAE grew December 2024 30:33

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05 Feb 2025. Growth in the UAE non-oil economy remained strong at the beginning of 2025, according to the latest PMI at 55.0. Economists at S&P cited “Robust expansion in activity and new business” for UAE firms. Economist Christopher Payne of Knight Frank explain more. Plus, Wendy's has just opened its 50th burger restaurant in the Gulf. We speak …

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DFSA has a new business plan for 2025 42:16

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04 Feb 2025. We find out what new regulation DIFC companies can expect with chief executive Ian Johnston. Plus, we analyze the outlook for oil in the Trump era, with US energy analyst Dr Sara Vakshouri. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Av Dubai Eye 103.8

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Trump signs off on tariffs for Canada, Mexico and China 29:32

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03 Feb 2025. Economist Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD put that in context for us and what could it mean for the region. Plus, we cross to New York to speak to economist Nick Stadtimiller about those tariffs and what happens next. And, where should you invest your money, in a hectic week of tariffs, earnings and jobs data? We asked Fund manager Mano…

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DXB passenger traffic hits record high of 92m in 2024 32:25

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31 Jan 2025. Dubai International Airport has posted record passenger numbers for 2024, with 92 point 3 million people passing through the airport - closing in on its target of 100 million visitors by 2027; Cargo volumes over the year also rose, by 20 per cent - CEO of Dubai Airports, Paul Griffiths talk us through those record numbers. Plus, we tal…

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The Fed and the UAE keep interest rates on hold 30:19

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30 Jan 2025. We get reaction to those tech earnings with stock broker Jessica Amir and reaction to that Fed decision with economist Ed Bell. Plus, is the Dubai villa market finally cooling? We've got first peak at some interesting new numbers from Valustrat Director and Head of Real Estate Research, Haider Tuaima. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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Chinese renewables manufacturers moving to Middle East 41:55

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29 Jan 2025. Patrick Tsang, Chairman of Tsangs Group, Chairman of Hong Kong Ambassadors Club shared shared his insight on how Trump’s tariffs are driving Chinese renewables to the Middle East and what’s next for global trade. Plus, we talk burger-nomics with the founder of the billion-dollar Shake Shack restaurant empire: Danny Mayer. And, as Arab …

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$1 trillion wiped off US tech stocks over Chinese AI start-up DeepSeek 29:57

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28 Jan 2025. We get reaction to DeepSeek and the US tech rout with Nancy Gleason of NYU Abu Dhabi. Plus, there's about to be a change in what banks can lend in the way of property fees - we look at the knock on effects for home buyers with the CEO of mortgage consultancy Holo. And, we speak to a man who's just sold a hotel and find out why there's …

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Diamonds are losing their sparkle 40:23

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27 Jan 2025. The IMF says it expects to see 4% growth in UAE GDP this year, despite lower oil production, we get reaction from our economist, Ed Bell of Emirates NBD. Plus, as diamond prices tumble on global markets, we speak to Fergus James, CEO & Founder, Fergus James Diamonds on what they are seeing on ground. And, one for the bookshelves - we s…

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Etihad Rail unveils a 30-minute Dubai-to-Abu Dhabi train. 33:47

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24 Jan 2025. We find out more about the new Etihad high speed rail link between Dubai and Abu Dhabi and if it will impact property prices. And according to a new survey, job seekers are applying for more positions than ever before - but what does that mean for the HR departments that have to go through their CVs? We speak to one HR manager about ho…

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Trump's "energy emergency" and whether it could impact oil price 31:08

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23 Jan 2025. We find out what Trump's reversal of a ban on new LNG exports means for LNG producers in the Gulf with energy expert Robin Mills. And, Veteran CNN journalist Richard Quest joins us from Davos, to reveal who is “cock-a-hoop” over Trump, and who’s been “hit over the head by a wet fish.” Plus, Britain is experiencing a significant outflow…

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Virtuzone acquired by Singaporean company. 30:31

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22 Jan 2025. RAK Properties has plans for five billion dirhams worth of real estate - we speak to CEO Sameh Muhtadi. And, we speak to the founder of Virtuzone, Neil Petch, who’s just sold the company to investors in Singapore. Plus, as billionaires converge on Davos for the World Economic Forum, we ask: how rich are Middle East billionaires? (HINT:…

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What could Trump's executive energy order mean for the UAE? 35:03

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21 Jan 2025. We unpick new US President Donald Trump's Inaugural Address - and what it might mean for the world economy. We also speak to Valustrat about what's happened to office valuations this year - and how high the new SZR freehold ruling could push them. Plus, how confident are GCC CEOs about revenue growth this year? Stephen Anderson of PWC …

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Freehold ownership for Sheikh Zayed Road property owners. 29:24

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20 Jan 2025. Riyadh Air has pushed its take-off date back on the back of aircraft delays - we speak to one aviation expert about the cost of that. And, as the World Economic Forum gets underway in Davos, we speak to economist Dan Richards. Plus, we speak to real estate expert Andy Love about the new freehold possibilities for Sheikh Zayed Road prop…

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Ras Al Khaimah hits new tourism record 29:22

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17 Jan 2025. We’re live from Emirates Golf Club all for the 36th edition of Hero Dubai Desert Classic! We speak to the man behind the event Simon Corkill. Plus, we speak to the head of RAK Tourism about their new tourism numbers - and how they're going to more than double them in five years. And, Opec is projecting 1.4million barrels a day increase…

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UAE sees a 3% rise in jobs. 44:28

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16 Jan 2025. The Dubai Land Department wants to see more property owners joining their community owners associations. We'll speak to the Director of Rera's Jointly Owned Properties Management Department. We also look at what's happening with job creation in the UAE and Saudi - with new research from recruitment experts Cooper Fitch. And we speak to…

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UAE signs CEPAs with New Zealand, Malaysia and Kenya 32:19

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15 Jan 2025. The New Zealand Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon has spoken to the Business Breakfast about that CEPA agreement, and what it means for the two economies. Plus, can the energy industry really embrace sustainability? We speak to the finance chief of ADNOC Drilling, and the regional boss of French power company Engie. See omnystudio.com/…

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GEMs to launch most expensive school in the UAE. 32:40

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14 Jan 2025. We speak to GEMS about its new science and innovation based school - and its price tag. That's with the senior vice president of education Maryssa O'Connor. We also get the latest on the Aramex takeover talks, with M&A dealmaker Andrew Nichol. And we speak to the UAE author who has a book launch at Davos this week- Noor Sweid, Founder …

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AI revolution: will the UAE come out on top? 27:29

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13 Jan 2025. Is artificial intelligence going to steal YOUR job? We speak to the author of a new report from the World Economic Forum (Hint: bad for bank tellers – but surprisingly good for farmers.) We also speak to Service Robotics Co-founder Fraser Lawson about how robots will impact job creation. And, Meta will stop using third-party fact-check…

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100 new Dubai private schools by 2033 says KHDA. 33:05

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10 Jan 2025. As venture-capital funding falls 29%, we ask a leading UAE investor: ‘what’s next?’. Kushal Shah of e& capital joins us live. And, as CES draws to a close, we look at what tech we're likely to want this year with Richard Windsor of Radio Free Mobile. We also speak to The World Bank - the hosts behind the upcoming Global Government Clou…

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Venture Capital funding fell by nearly 30% in the Middle East last year 41:45

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09 Jan 2025. We speak to Knight Frank's global data centre head on the back of Hussain Sajwani's multi-billion investment pledge to Donald Trump. Plus, tech funding guru Philip Bahoshy reveals why V-C firms slashed their regional investments last year. And, is Dubai's offplan pipeline finally about to outpace demand? That's one of the questions pos…

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Donald Trump and Dubai billionaire Hussein Sajwani announce a $20 billion data centre deal. 32:23

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08 Jan 2025. We hear from Donald Trump and Hussein Sajwani on that $20 billion AI deal. Plus, Dubai Golf CEO Chris May joins us live: the Dubai Desert Classic is just a week away – but traditional golf is under threat as Tiger Woods launches a rival golf simulator league. We also speak to the co-founder of Hundo, the meal plan aggregator app as the…

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Is an Eco-Friendly Concert Possible 32:38

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07 Jan 2024. As Coldplay head to Abu Dhabi, do its claims of an eco-friendly music tour stack up? Green guru Tanzeed Alam discuss. Plus we look at the demand for the remaining tickets with All Things Live ME, Thomas Ovesen. And, we find out why oil has broken out of its 70 dollar box - and where it's going - with energy expert Matt Stanley. See omn…

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The UAE economy hit a nine-month high in December 29:32

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06 Jan 2025. That's according to the latest PMI data from S&P, which hit 55.4. We get the details with economist Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. And we’re talking ‘maganomics’. What do Trump’s tariffs and tax cuts mean for the US - and for us. Plus, we look at what the new smart rental index could mean for property sales - and prices with real est…

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Dubai gets a new smart rental index. 38:40

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03 Jan 2025. We find out how the new rental index is going to work with the CEO of the real estate registration sector of the Dubai Land Department, Majid Al Marri. And we find out what it will mean on the ground with the CEO of Better Homes, Rick Waind. Plus, the CEO of Al Ansari Exchange joins us with his outlook for the dollar, dirham and remitt…

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Mubadala 2024's top sovereign wealth fund spender. 36:25

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02 Jan 2025. We look at sovereign wealth fund shopping habits after Mubadala tops the list of big spenders for 2024. Plus, Russia has stopped gas into Europe through Ukraine - we speak to energy expert Christof Ruhl. And its our annual how-many-people-will-join-a-gym interview - Gymnation tell us what January means for them. See omnystudio.com/list…

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UAE economy grows 3.6% in the first half of the year 34:59

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31Dec 2024. Economist Daniel Richards put that in context for us and get out his crystal ball and gaze into the 2025 macro landscape within. Plus, we’re counting down to New Year’s Eve and counting the cost Nando’s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Av Dubai Eye 103.8

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Dubai to get a smart rental index 38:03

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30 Dec 2024. We look at what the market needs in terms of a smart rental index with real estate expert Rami Tabbara, Co founder and co-CEO at stake. Plus, Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohamed pledged to make Hatta a “global model”, while reviewing 61 projects worth Dhs3.6 billion - we look at what this will mean for tourism industry with Deborah Thomson, Clu…

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MoHRE urges private sector to meet Emiratisation targets by December 31 34:07

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27 Dec 2024. Emiratisation deadlines looming, where are we with hitting the target? We speak to Emirati HR expert Talib Hashim of TBH Advisory. Plus, ready to make waves this New Year’s Eve? We check if you can still land a yacht with the team from Seven Yachts. And we find out how Dubai’s creative sector contributes 6.1% to the global economy with…

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Kuwait approves 15% Tax on multinational entities 34:57

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26 Dec 2024. The Kuwait Cabinet has signed off on a draft law that will tax multinationals 15% and will take effect from the first of January. We get the details with Addison Younan, Head of Tax, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADBC). Plus, as we get closer to New Years Eve - what kind of prices are tourists paying for an Air BnB, we asked the short ter…

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Will We Be Home for the Holidays? 32:24

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24 Dec 2024. Holiday travel chaos hits the UK as strong winds disrupt flights. Aviation expert Nick Humphrey of Norton White unpacks the challenges, shares travel tips, and reflects on the year in aviation. Plus, festive gifting drives a 44% boost in MENA e-commerce. Ekaterina Gorbacheva, Head of Global Expansion at Flowwow, joins us to discuss Chr…

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What might 2025 bring us in terms of tax? 34:58

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23 Dec 2024. Tax expert Thomas Vanhee, Founding Partner of Aurifer shared his 2025 outlook. Plus, Christmas retail trends with Ellen Kerry of noon.com—searches tripled, perfumes up 30%, and festive deals abound! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Av Dubai Eye 103.8

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RTA awards Dhs20 billion contract for new metro Blue Line 35:28

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20 Dec 2024. Dubai’s RTA has awarded a Dhs20 billion contract to build the metro Blue Line. It will open on September 9th 2029 – 20 years to the day since the first metro opened. We get reaction to that new metro contract with Roger Cruikshank of AtkinsRealis. Plus, we celebrate Dubai Duty Free 41 years of success - Managing Director Ramesh Cidambi…

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How To Hire an Intern Legally 16:08

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Hiring an intern is a fantastic way to get help and give back at the same time. Make sure you are doing it legally or you can end up in hot water! In this episode, we will talk about the six-factor test and state-specific tests that determine if a person is an intern and things you need to think about when using interns. Full show notes & links to …

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A new basic health insurance scheme for private sector employees 30:25

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18 Dec 2024. We talk the economics of health insurance as the UAE launches a policy for just Dhs320 with insurance broker Stephen McLaren of Seven Insurance Brokers. Plus, winter travel trends and record growth with the boss of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. And, cocoa prices are skyrocketing, we check if your favorite chocolate be affected with Co Chocolat C…

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