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A Look At The Middle East’s 100 Biggest Players In The Market Total market cap across the 100 companies hit $3.5 trillion. The U.A.E. takes the lead with 33 firms, followed by 30 from Saudi Arabia. Saudi Aramco holds the number one position for the sixth year in a row. Five new entrants, including Lulu Retail Holdings and Oman’s OQEP, join the list. Dubai, June 17, 2025: Forbes Middle East has published its annual list of the Top 100 Listed Companies in the Middle East, highlighting the public corporations that are driving the region’s capital markets and shaping economic growth.…
RIYADH, KSA – 17 June 2025 — Starbucks at Alshaya Group has introduced a SAR 7 price point for its premium brewed coffee and cold brew, reaffirming its long-term commitment to offering high-quality, handcrafted coffee experiences accessible to more customers across the Kingdom. Mohammad Mahmoud Al Najjar, Senior Vice President, Starbucks MENA The offering includes Starbucks® Pike Place® Roast, a smooth, well-rounded blend of Latin American coffees and a customer favorite in Saudi Arabia, voted the number one coffee in the market. Also available is Starbucks® Cold Brew, handcrafted in small batches daily and slow-steeped in cool water for 20 hours…
Arab Bank recently received the “Best Bank in the Middle East 2025” award from New York-based Global Finance magazine, a testament to its leading position in the regional banking sector. This global recognition was made by the editors of Global Finance after extensive consultations with corporate financial executives, banking consultants, and analysts throughout the world. Global Finance considered several factors when selecting top banks, including asset growth, profitability, geographical coverage, strategic alliances, product innovation, and market expansion endeavors. The evaluation criteria also included the opinions of equity analysts, credit rating analysts, banking consultants, and industry participants. Global Finance Awards cover…
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – June 17, 2025—Her Highness Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Founder and Honorary President of Special Olympics UAE, has approved the new structure of the organization’s Board of Trustees. The new board reflects a renewed commitment to inclusive leadership and deeper engagement with families and athletes, placing them at the heart of institutional development. Engineer Sharif Afif Al Shami, the father of a Special Olympics UAE athlete, will chair the new board. His appointment highlights the organization’s dedication to strengthening effective partnerships with families and ensuring their integral role in shaping programs…
إعادة تشكيل مجلس أمناء مؤسسة الأولمبياد الخاص الإماراتي يترأس المجلس الجديد المهندس شريف عفيف الشامي، والد أحد لاعبي الأولمبياد الخاص الإماراتي، مما يعكس التزام المؤسسة بتعزيز الشراكة الفعالة مع الأسر واللاعبين في كافة جوانب العمل المؤسسي. أبوظبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة – 17 يونيو 2025: اعتمدت سمو الشيخة مريم بنت محمد بن زايد آل نهيان، المؤسس والرئيسة الفخرية للأولمبياد الخاص الإماراتي، قرارًا بإعادة تشكيل مجلس أمناء مؤسسة الأولمبياد الخاص الإماراتي، ليضم في تشكيله الجديدة أعضاءً من اللاعبين وأولياء أمورهم، تعزيزًا لمبدأ الدمج الشامل، وضمانًا لإيصال صوت أصحاب الهمم بشكل مباشر في صياغة البرامج والمبادرات المستقبلية. ويترأس المجلس الجديد المهندس شريف عفيف…
100 Emirati women empowered to excel in Artificial Intelligence June 17,2025: Dubai, UAE: Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) of Dubai has hosted the graduation of the NOMU Al Ghurair Women in AI program, in collaboration with the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation (AGF) and the pioneering educational institution, ZAKA. The event recognised the achievements of 70 Emirati & Arab women who successfully completed the 20-week AI Certification program with ZAKA, which was established to increase the skills capacity in artificial intelligence and machine learning in the UAE. Graduates of the NOMU Al Ghurair Women in AI program receive their certificates Organized…
Union Coop remains deeply committed to supporting national industries and empowering local entrepreneurs and farmers, continuing its role as a strategic partner in realizing the wise leadership’s vision for a diversified and sustainable economy Dubai, UAE: The CEO of Union Coop, Mr. Mohamed Al Hashemi stated that the cooperative operates under a comprehensive plan to support local suppliers through operational, technical, and commercial facilitation. This includes exemptions from certain fees, simplified listing procedures, and discounts of up to 50% on display charges. Additionally, Union Coop provides logistical and marketing support within its outlets and organizes promotional events and field visits…
Dubai, UAE – 17 June 2025 — Yango Group, the global tech company, has partnered with the Rashid Center for People of Determination to launch a comprehensive offering designed to enhance learning, transportation, and digital safety for their students. This initiative supports the UAE’s vision of fostering inclusive education and digital advancement following His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s landmark mandate to make artificial intelligence a subject in schools across the country. Artificial intelligence is expected to become a cornerstone of the UAE’s economy, with forecasts from PwC estimating AI’s contribution to reach $96 billion by 2030. Ensuring that…
DE-CIX and datamena have upgraded the UAE-IX to offer 400 Gigabit Ethernet, enhancing its status as the largest and most advanced Internet Exchange in the Middle East and supporting the region’s digital growth. Ivo Ivanov – CEO DE-CIX Dubai, UAE, May 17, 2025: datamena, carrier neutral data centre and connectivity platform from du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, and DE-CIX, the global leader in Internet Exchange (IX) operations, announced a significant upgrade to the UAE-IX powered by DE-CIX, making it the first IX in the region to offer 400 Gigabit Ethernet (400 GE) access. This enhancement solidifies the UAE-IX’s position…
Dubai, UAE – June 16, 2025 – Swisslog, a global leader in automated logistics solutions, is proud to be a key partner in the development of Chalhoub Group’s new state-of-the-art logistics hub for fashion and beauty products in Riyadh. Located in the SILZ Free Trade Zone near the international airport, the facility will strengthen Saudi Arabia’s logistics infrastructure, support the country’s growing role in global trade, and cater to the rising demand for e-commerce and luxury goods across the region. AutoStore solution with SynQ software for fashion and beautySwisslog was selected for its ability to deliver advanced automation solutions tailored…