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New enhanced cash management solution to be available to Accredited and Professional Investor clients in the UAE Ayesha Abbas Standard Chartered 8 October 2026, Dubai – Standard Chartered (“the Bank”) today announced the launch of its tenth sub-fund under its Variable Capital Company (VCC) platform, with BNY Investments, part of BNY (NYSE: BNY), a global financial services company, acting as the sub-investment manager. The launch marks a significant milestone for the Bank’s VCC platform, which has raised $2.6 billion in assets under management (AUM) since its inception in 2024 and has become a key pillar of the Bank’s strategy to deliver differentiated investment…
The GT in the HUAWEI WATCH GT Series captures the spirit of performance embodied by the legendary Gran Turismo of the automotive world. While the series has always had a competitive edge, the latest HUAWEI WATCH GT 7 Pro doubles down on performance, bringing together a bold, sport-focused design with intelligent sports tracking and the endurance to keep pace with demanding activities. Whether it is a fast-paced game of padel, a challenging climb on two wheels or a carefully planned round of golf, the GT 7 Pro is designed to turn every sporting pursuit into a more informed and engaging…
Dubai, UAE: Union Coop has launched its October promotional campaign as part of its 44th anniversary celebrations, under the slogan “20 Millionaires in 20 Days.” The campaign offers customers the chance to win one million Tamayaz points for each campaign day, alongside a wide range of promotional offers across food and fresh products, with participation from several leading brands. Running from 5 to 24 October, the campaign provides customers with multiple opportunities to benefit from special offers and rewards. Mohamed Al Hashemi, CEO of Union Coop, said that this year’s anniversary campaign brings together promotional offers, prize draws, rewards and…
When the going gets tough, the team Atrangi did what Dubai does best — they Dubai’d it. For owner Aziz Merchant and Chef Ritu Dalmia, this year’s MICHELIN recognition is also a story about resilience. The year brought extraordinary challenges for the hospitality industry. Atrangi chose to stay open and did not make anyone redundant. It did not place its employees on unpaid leave. Date: Dubai, UAE; October 08, 2026 Three years after opening its doors at Jumeirah Al Qasr, Madinat Jumeirah, Atrangi by Ritu Dalmia has once again been recognised in the Michelin Guide as a Michelin Selected Restaurant,…
DUBAI, UAE, October 7, 2026: ‘Retail Congress MENA 2026’, organised by the Middle East Council of Shopping Centres & Retailers (MECSR), concluded on Tuesday at The Ritz-Carlton, DIFC, Dubai, bringing together retail leaders, shopping centre owners and operators, developers, investors and industry professionals from across the region. Held under the theme ‘Level Up: Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders Today,’ the two-day congress featured keynote sessions, panel discussions and industry conversations focused on leadership, retail expansion, investment, destination development and the changing consumer landscape across MENA. The second day opened with ‘The Road to Jeddah,’ a session previewing the upcoming Retail Congress MENA…
Procurement leaders put supply chain resilience at the heart of Middle East growth ambitions CIPS brings procurement leaders together to examine geopolitical risk, technology, local capability and the changing demands on the profession Dubai, 8 October 2026: The growing importance of resilient supply chains to the Middle East’s long-term development ambitions will be in focus as procurement leaders from across the region come together for the CIPS MENA Conference & Awards on 28th and 29th October 2026. With countries across the region continuing to pursue major investment and economic diversification programmes, procurement and supply chain teams are operating in an…
Firm brings investment, operational, and client-facing capabilities to the region. ABU DHABI, 7 October 2026 – Capital Group, one of the world’s largest and most experienced active investment managers with US$3.6 trillion1 of assets under management, announced today that it has secured a Financial Services Permission from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, the Capital of the United Arab Emirates, enabling the firm to operate as a regulated investment manager. The approval authorises Capital Group2 to conduct trading, investment management and distribution activities within ADGM. The regulatory milestone marks the next phase of Capital Group’s long-term…
~ A dedicated streaming destination within the STARZPLAY app and website, bringing one of the biggest South Asian entertainment offerings to audiences across MENA. ~ ~ A multilingual library spanning Malayalam originals Prince of Mollywood, Kerala Crime Files and 1000 Babies to films includingWelcome to the Jungle, Chand Mera Dil, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, , and Thudarum, alongside offerings from Tamil, Telugu, Bangla and more. ~ ~ Critically acclaimed originals including Asur, Chiraiya, Special Ops and Criminal Justice; blockbuster films such as Kesari Chapter 2, Super 30, ARMand; and popular television shows including Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and Anupamaa,…
دبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة – 6 أكتوبر 2026: أعلنت بن غاطي العقارية عن اقتناء نجم كرة القدم العالمي كريم بنزيما عدداً من الوحدات السكنية في مشروع “مساكن مرسيدس-بنز | مدينة بن غاطي”، ووحدة فاخرة في البرج الأيقوني “فيجن آيكونك”، خلال حفل إطلاقه الذي أقيم في كوكاكولا أرينا، بحضور مجموعة من روّاد الأعمال البارزين ونخبة من المستثمرين والشخصيات المهمة. وشهد الحفل مراسم توقيع الصفقة بين كريم بنزيما وعبد الله بن غاطي، رئيس قسم المبيعات، بحضور محمد بن غاطي، رئيس مجلس الإدارة، وعدد من كبار الشخصيات وأعضاء مجلس الإدارة. ويأتي ذلك في وقت تشهد فيه مبيعات الشركة زخماً متزايداً في ظل الطلب…
Autism experts, educators, and families came together to address meaningful inclusion and support for neurodivergent children in school environments Dubai, UAE – 7 October 2026: SHEIN joined forces with CSR media agency Dunia Helwa to launch “Wonderfully Unique’, an inspiring campaign promoting inclusivity for children with autism at the start of a new academic calendar. Spearheaded under the SHEIN Powered by Love social responsibility initiative and hosted in partnership with Sanad Village and Kiddy Planet, the event brought together autism experts, educators, and families for a day of practical dialogue and sensory-inclusive activities. Anchored in the belief that every child has the…