Dubai’s business scene moves quickly, and this section follows it closely. You will find practical guides to setting up in a free zone such as Dafza or Jafza, property rules for investors, and what the labour market looks like for expats. We also cover the sectors that shape the emirate’s economy: logistics around Jebel Ali, fintech and AI in banking, healthcare, green energy and real estate technology. Alongside the guides there are profiles of the founders, women leaders and tech entrepreneurs building companies here, and reports from trade events such as Gulfood and the Arab Health forum. Whether you are planning a move, a launch or an investment, start here.
Business mentor access in Dubai is no longer a matter of luck, the data shows exactly where structured guidance lives, and founders who act on it raise faster. Why mentorship drives startup outcomes in Dubai StartupBlink’s 2025 Global Startup Ecosystem Index ranks Dubai 44th in the world, a jump of 6 places in one year. … Read more
Gluten-free dining in Dubai is attracting serious capital as market data confirms a shift from lifestyle preference to high-value business opportunity. What the market data shows The UAE gluten-free products market is projected to grow at a CAGR of around 7.5% through 2028. That figure covers products across retail and foodservice. For investors focused on … Read more
DIFC Dubai is producing numbers that other financial centres take years to reach, and the pace of that growth is accelerating. What DIFC Dubai is and why it exists Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA). It operates as a financial free … Read more
Off-plan property in Dubai generated 134,623 transactions worth AED 293 billion in 2025, and the figures reveal a structural shift in how global investors think about real estate allocation across emerging gateway cities. What the transaction data actually shows Off-plan properties dominated the Dubai real estate market in 2025, accounting for 62.6% of total transactions. … Read more
Free zone registration in Dubai attracts thousands of new startups each year, and the numbers behind this trend reveal why investors from over 180 countries continue to choose the emirate as their launch base. Why Dubai’s free zones dominate new business activity Recent data from Dubai FDI and the UAE Ministry of Economy shows free … Read more
Islamic New Year lands on the UAE business calendar at a moment that tests whether Dubai’s startup founders and investors have done their planning homework or are scrambling at the last minute. What the Islamic New Year means for Dubai business The next UAE public holiday is Islamic New Year, also known as Hijri New … Read more
Eid al-Adha 2026 is one of the most economically significant holidays in Dubai’s annual calendar. According to the UAE Government Media Office, the public holiday runs from Monday, May 25 to Friday, May 29, 2026, with official working hours resuming on Monday, June 1. When combined with surrounding weekends, many residents will benefit from a … Read more
The UAE labor market in 2026 is expanding at a remarkable pace. Official data confirms that the number of employed workers increased by 12.4% in 2025, while the number of establishments grew by 7.8%. This growth creates real opportunities for expats across multiple sectors. Moreover, the UAE continues to attract international talent through visa reforms … Read more
Dubai is moving faster than most cities in the world toward a clean energy future. The emirate has committed to generating 75% of its total energy from clean sources by 2050, under the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy. Furthermore, green energy investment in the UAE has accelerated significantly in 2025 and 2026, driven by falling technology … Read more
AI fintech is revolutionising Dubai’s banking sector by introducing automation, personalisation and enhanced security measures. Furthermore, Dubai is establishing itself as the Middle East’s leading financial technology hub, attracting global innovators. This analysis explores investment opportunities, regulatory frameworks and emerging trends that are shaping the market. Dubai’s AI fintech ecosystem indeed demonstrates how technology is … Read more