Top 20 Most Competitive Economies in the World in 2026
“Nations with credible institutions gain an advantage because businesses can carry on as usual.” ~ Arturo Bris, Director, IMD World Competitiveness Center Singapore has returned to the top of.
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- July 22, 2026
- by Riya Malhotra
- 6 minutes read
Beyond Silicon Valley: The Startup Cities Rising Fastest in 2026
Silicon Valley remains the world’s strongest startup ecosystem, but the global innovation map is becoming more competitive. The latest startup ecosystem rankings for 2026 show that entrepreneurial growth is no.
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- July 21, 2026
- by Tripti Mehta
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World’s Top 10 Destinations for Foreign Direct Investment
Global foreign direct investment (FDI) rebounded in 2025, rising 6% to US$1.6 trillion and ending two consecutive years of decline, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development.
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- July 14, 2026
- by Harmanjeet Singh
- 1 minute read
5 Lessons From e&’s $5.95 Billion Vodafone Exit
UAE-based e&’s agreement to sell its entire stake in Vodafone for $5.95 billion marks a significant shift in its international investment strategy. For corporate leaders and investors, this multibillion-dollar exit.
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- July 13, 2026
- by Harmanjeet Singh
- 1 minute read
Standard Chartered Forecasts UAE Business Activity Acceleration in Q3 2026
Standard Chartered has forecast stronger momentum in UAE business activity during the third quarter of 2026. The bank’s latest economic analysis indicates that economic attention is shifting toward the speed.
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- July 9, 2026
- by Harmanjeet Singh
- 2 minutes read
Emaar Hospitality Group to Open Its First 5-Star Hotel in Sharjah
Emaar Hospitality Group is set to introduce Vida Aljada later this year, bringing a fresh lifestyle hospitality experience to Aljada. The launch marks a significant milestone for the brand, introducing.
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- July 8, 2026
- by Riya Malhotra
- 3 minutes read
UN-Backed AI for Good Global Commission Launched to Advance Trusted AI
The United Nations ecosystem, through the International Telecommunication Union’s AI for Good platform, has launched the AI for Good Global Commission, a new high-level initiative aimed at shaping practical pathways.
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- July 7, 2026
- by Tripti Mehta
- 2 minutes read
UAE Cuts July Fuel Prices; Diesel Down 17% in Biggest Reversal Since the Conflict Began
The UAE’s first fuel price reduction since the start of the Middle East conflict arrived on July 1, 2026, as the Fuel Price Committee announced cuts across all fuel grades,.
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- July 3, 2026
- by Tripti Mehta
- 2 minutes read
Thomson Reuters Warns of $143 Billion Revenue at Risk as Firms Fall Behind on AI Implementation
Thomson Reuters has released its 2026 Future of Professionals report, warning of the financial cost of failing to effectively implement AI across the legal, tax, audit, and risk professions. The.
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- July 1, 2026
- by Riya Malhotra
- 1 minute read
Etihad Rail Launches UAE’s First National Passenger Service
The UAE’s first national passenger rail service entered operation yesterday, 30 June 2026, as Etihad Rail welcomed its first paying passengers onboard the inaugural scheduled service from Fujairah to Abu.
