The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) forecast for the UAE’s economic growth remains unchanged at 3%. That’s despite downgrading its global forecast this year to 3.1%, from 3.3% in July, indicating a risk of a recession. The fund has also adjusted its forecast for 2016, from 3.8% to 3.6%. Its latest World Economic Outlook says the developed world is performing well, but emerging markets are weak, resulting in slower growth.
Dubai real estate sector records robust H1 2026 growth
Dubai’s real estate sector recorded strong growth in the first half of 2026, according to the Dubai Land Department's latest figures.
Nakheel unveils limited collection of Palm Jebel Ali beachfront villas
Nakheel, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has unveiled a limited release of 44 beachfront villas from its Beach & Coral Collections, spanning 10 distinct architectural designs on Frond F at Palm Jebel Ali.
Trump pauses tariffs on Canadian imports, Carney says key work remains
US President Donald Trump announced late on Tuesday he was putting a three-day pause on new 50 per cent tariffs set to go into effect on Canadian goods at midnight, saying the two countries had reached a deal.
Meta trial that could reshape Facebook, Instagram gets underway
A coalition of US states suing Meta Platforms over claims Facebook and Instagram were designed in ways that harmed young users' mental health began making its case on Tuesday in California federal court in a trial that could reshape some of the most popular apps on the planet.
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Brent Black has the biggest stories of the day and the stuff you might have missed.
Senorita
Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello
Homewrecker
Sombr
Hate That I Made You Love Me
Ariana Grande