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Positive Zero is a one-stop shop for clean energy services and operates through three key businesses. Photo: Positive Zero

ExclusiveBlackRock-backed Positive Zero is considering an IPO, says chief

Dubai-based decarbonisation company secured 43 new solar projects across the Gulf region last year

IMF unlocks $2.5bn for Egypt after completing fourth loan review

Dr Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, delivers a speech at the CERAWeek by S&P Global energy conference in Houston, Texas. Photo: CERAWeek by S&P Global

Dr Sultan Al Jaber sees US as major partner in energy and AI

UAE set for up to eight IPOs this year, Emirates NBD Capital CEO says

Nissan headquarters in Yokohama, Japan. Bloomberg

Nissan names new CEO in major shake-up after Honda merger talks crash

ExclusiveAbu Dhabi's flying ferries to create 1,000 high-tech jobs

Saudi Aramco CEO says current energy model ‘self-destructive’

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Qavi Ansari makes sacrifices to maximise his savings. He does not travel often and limits his leisure spending. Antonie Robertson / The National

My Abu Dhabi Salary: ‘I earn Dh16,000 a month in oilfield services’

See lions stalking prey at night in the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa. Photo: Dulini

Noctourism: Exploring destinations that come to life at night

Lucy Holmes, her husband and two children get around this eco-friendly community using their own golf buggy. Antonie Robertson / The National

My Own HomeFamily navigates Sustainable City in their golf buggy

Volvo ES90 Exterior. Photo: Volvo

Volvo ES90: Luxury all-electric sedan runs with a silent 700km range

Egyptian Artist Salah Taher, left, and Umm Kulthum from the Salah Taher Collection of the Arab Art Archive. Photo: NYUAD

The NYU Abu Dhabi archive working to preserve history of modern Arab art

Soccer Football - Champions League - Knockout Phase Playoff - Second Leg - Atalanta v Club Brugge - Gewiss Stadium, Bergamo, Italy - February 18, 2025 Club Brugge's Chemsdine Talbi applauds fans after the match REUTERS / Alessandro Garofalo

Moroccan teen Talbi already up to speed in Champions League for Club Brugge

Regent, the Rhode Island-based developer and manufacturer of electric seagliders, on March 6 revealed its full-scale crewed seaglider and completed its first on-water tests. Photo: Regent

ExclusiveAbu Dhabi's flying ferries to create 1,000 high-tech jobs

India's captain Rohit Sharma, third left, and teammates celebrate with the winners trophy on the podium after defeating New Zealand in the final cricket match of the ICC Champions Trophy at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Sunday, March 9, 2025. (AP Photo / Christopher Pike)

Does erosion of integrity of cricket tournaments make India less likeable?

Aramex testing drone and roadside bot deliveries in Dubai. ADQ is set to acquire a 58 per cent majority stake in Aramex. Photo: Aramex

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ to become majority shareholder in Aramex

ADQ will hold a 58 per cent majority stake in the Middle East’s largest courier company

New US Energy Secretary signals major shift from previous administration on production and climate

Talabat-instashop deal may spur more industry mergers

Trump tariffs become flashpoint during CERAWeek conference

How to plan your finances for buying a home

Trump says US will 'boom' as markets fall amid recession fears

Trump backs down on 50% steel and aluminium tariffs after Ontario drops electricity surcharge

Podcast: Business Extra

MENA female business founders

What obstacles do women-led start-ups face in the Middle East?

Salim Essaid examines how female founders can secure their place in the region’s rapidly evolving start-up landscape

Al Masaood chief on future of mobility

Al Masaood Automobiles chief on the future of mobility

AI and the Gulf: What's next?

IFC’s Diop on AI, investments and emerging markets

Comment & analysis

US fixation on Ukraine's minerals and what it may mean for Musk

There is no one land of opportunity any more. Here's why

How businesses can navigate next phase of US-China trade war

Simon J.
Evenett

Why investment decisions need to balance head and heart

UAE corporate tax: Considerations with barter

Why it’s advantageous to be a tax nomad

Andrew Wood

How retail investing offers path to financial freedom

Bas Kooijman

Smart policy can help the UK move beyond a zero-sum choice on energy

Why the EU is falling behind economically and geopolitically

Falah Mousa

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Houthis say they will resume attacks on Israeli ships in Red Sea

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid meets Sheikh Mansour for Ramadan prayer

IMF unlocks $2.5bn for Egypt after completing fourth loan review

Generation start-up: How a Dubai company is helping other start-ups to scale amid pandemic

Microsoft's Satya Nadella speaks out on employee well-being as workdays lengthen

Abu Dhabi Investment Council chief executive Eissa Al Suwaidi to retire

Iraq showcases $17-billion Development Road project that will link Asia to Europe

Gulf Capital unit CWB and Petosevic merge to manage IP portfolios in Mena, Europe and Asia

Abu Dhabi's flying ferries could travel from capital to Dubai in 30 minutes

Abu Dhabi's flying ferries could travel from capital to Dubai in 30 minutes

Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Saudi Crown Prince in Jeddah

Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Saudi Crown Prince in Jeddah

Manchester United unveil plans for new 100,000-capacity stadium

Manchester United unveil plans for new 100,000-capacity stadium

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A sign at the CERAWeek by S&P Global conference in Houston, Texas, on March 11. Bloomberg

Trump tariffs become flashpoint during CERAWeek conference

ExclusiveBlackRock-backed Positive Zero is considering an IPO, says chief

Dr Sultan Al Jaber sees US as major partner in energy and AI

Aviation

Emirates' aircraft retrofit programme cost increases to $5 billion

London Gatwick Airport expansion advances

Regent, the Rhode Island-based developer and manufacturer of electric seagliders, on March 6 revealed its full-scale crewed seaglider and completed its first on-water tests. Photo: Regent

ExclusiveAbu Dhabi's flying ferries to create 1,000 high-tech jobs

Money

Understanding your income, expenses, debts and savings will give you a clear picture of your readiness for homeownership. Getty Images

How to plan your finances for buying a home

Assess your financial health, set a budget, save for a deposit, improve your credit score and research mortgage options

My Abu Dhabi Salary: ‘I earn Dh16,000 a month in oilfield services’

‘Should I invest with a company offering me 3% returns per month for three years?’

UAE Property‘Is the new Dubai rent index more tenant-friendly?’

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