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Indian businesses top list of nationalities of new companies joining Dubai Chamber of Commerce during H1 2025 with over 9,000 companies registered, reflecting 14.9% YoY growth

  • Pakistan ranked second on the list with 4,281 new companies, followed by Egypt with 2,540 companies.
  • A total of 1,541 companies from Bangladesh joined the chamber in H1 2025, reflecting strong year-on-year growth of 37.5%.
  • The United Kingdom ranked in fifth place with 1,385 new companies.

Dubai, UAE – A new analysis by Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has revealed that Indian-owned businesses continued to top the list of new non-UAE companies joining the chamber during the first half of 2025. A total of 9,038 new members from India joined during the six-month period, representing year-over-year (YoY) growth of 14.9%. The figures underline Dubai’s enduring appeal and strategic importance as a preferred destination for Indian investors and entrepreneurs.

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Nearly Half of UAE Investors See Gold as a Resilient Asset as Prices Post Best 15-Year Run

Josh Gilbert, Market Analyst at eToro

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – August 27, 2025

Gold is back in the spotlight after US President Donald Trump moved to oust Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, sparking concerns about central bank independence and boosting haven demand. 

Josh Gilbert, Market Analyst at eToro shares:  It’s been a stellar year for gold, with the precious metal up 29%, making it one of the best performing assets in 2025 and its best year in 15 years. This builds on the 27% gain we saw in 2024, underpinned by rising investor allocations, uncertainty becoming the new normal, and consistent central bank buying. Owning a slice of the shiny metal is more accessible than ever. Instead of stashing away coins or bars in a vault, investors can now gain exposure via exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

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Confidence among global accountants’ remains fragile despite Q2 rise

Index still at low level despite first improvement since Q2 2024

The ACCA and IMA Global Economic Conditions Survey (GECS) showed improving global confidence in Q2 2025, with the index reaching its highest since Q3 2024. That said, confidence among accountants is still at a low level by historical standards.

The New Orders and Capital Expenditure indices both declined modestly, although the former is at its historical average and the latter not much below. Meanwhile, the Employment Index improved and is not that far below its historical average.

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“Ahed Program” from National Bonds: A New Step Towards Financial Security for Emirati Women

  • A national initiative launched on Emirati Women’s Day aiming to empower 10,000 Emirati women within one year.
  • The initiative aligns with UAE Vision 2031 and the guidance of the “Mother of the Nation” to enhance women’s financial and social empowerment.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 27 August 2025 — In a world shaped by uncertainty, the ability to respond to life’s unexpected challenges has become more critical than ever, particularly when it comes to protecting family stability and well-being. To mark Emirati Women’s Day on August 28, celebrated this year under the theme “Hand in Hand,” National Bonds, the UAE’s leading Sharia-compliant savings and investment company, has announced the launch of the “Ahed Program”—an emergency fund savings plan designed exclusively for Emirati women.

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O Gold and botim Launch MENA’s First Fintech Gold Investment Feature

  • The Partnership makes botim the first fintech platform in the MENA region to offer integrated gold investment services through its digital ecosystem
  • The new feature allows over 8.5 million botim UAE users to begin their gold investment journey with a minimum of just 0.1 grams, making wealth-building accessible to all
  • The UAE is emerging as a key hub for global gold trade, with a total export value of $53.41 billion in 2024–2025
  • The feature offers yields of 3% in grams annually, in line with prevailing global gold lease rate benchmarks

Dubai, UAE – 27 August 2025 – O Gold, the UAE’s first Emirati app for fractional gold and silver ownership, has partnered with botim, Astra Tech’s flagship AI-powered fintech and leading communication platform, to bring gold investment capabilities directly into the botim ecosystem. Backed by an agreement signed in 2023, this launch makes botim the first fintech in the UAE to officially offer gold investment solutions, reinforcing its leadership in the region’s evolving digital finance landscape.

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