Dubai Picks Weekly — 20 Oct – 26 Oct 2025

Highlights

1. Dubai Tourism 2025: Over 12.5 Million International Visitors Confirm City’s Global Appeal
2. Sheikh Mohammed unveils surreal Dubai Museum of Art that appears to float on water
3. Sheikh Mohammed unveils surreal Dubai Museum of Art that appears to float on water
4. The Bloodline Connection: Tracing Dubai’s Racing Success to a British Industrialist’s Vision
5. India Eyes Food-Supply Hub via Dubai Route

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• du Posts Strong Q3 2025 Growth 25 Oct — Dubai-based Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC announced that its third-quarter results delivered a 7.9 per cent year-on-year jump in revenues to AED 3.87 billion, underpinned by growth in mobile, fixed and ICT businesses.....
• UAE Opens Retail Market With New Sukuk Initiative 25 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai The Ministry of Finance has introduced the “Retail Sukuk” programme enabling citizens and residents to purchase government-backed Treasury Sukuk via participating banks with a minimum investment of AED....
• $1.8 Billion Consortium Sets Sight on Critical Minerals 25 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai A partnership between the investment firm Orion Resource Partners, the U. S. International Development Finance Corporation and sovereign investor ADQ has launched a major critical-minerals fund, mobilising an initi...
• Dubai developer launches $27bn project; massive UAE Lottery win; RAK merger; $980 coffee – 10 things you missed this week 24 Oct — From Emaar’s $27bn project and the UAE’s first $27m jackpot to a RAK merger and a Dubai $980 coffee, here are 10 stories you may have missed The post Dubai developer launches $27bn project; massive UAE Lottery win; RAK merger; $980 coffee.....
• WE Convention Dubai 2025 Sells Out 24 Oct — World’s Largest Women’s Empowerment Event Achieves Unprecedented Success Dame Anna Wintour, Candace Bushnell, Joelle Mardinian, and other global icons came together at WE Convention Dubai 2025 to talk about power, money, and the...
• Inside Dubai’s property gold rush: Experts reveal why now could be the smartest time to buy 24 Oct — The post Inside Dubai’s property gold rush: Experts reveal why now could be the smartest time to buy appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More.
• Dubai’s property surge: Experts reveal why now could be the smartest time to buy 24 Oct — The post Dubai’s property surge: Experts reveal why now could be the smartest time to buy appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More.
• Dubai unveils new planning rules for education centres 24 Oct — Dubai Municipality unveils new planning standard for early childhood centres, allowing expanded facilities and improved land use The post Dubai unveils new planning rules for education centres appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest New....
• World of Coffee Dubai 2026 brews record growth as $3.2bn UAE market percolates 24 Oct — World of Coffee Dubai 2026 returns to DWTC as the UAE $3.2bn coffee market keeps growing, drawing international exhibitors and global brands The post World of Coffee Dubai 2026 brews record growth as $3.2bn UAE market percolates appeared f....
• DP World’s $226.45m investment brings Dubai’s BOXBAY tech to London Gateway 24 Oct — BOXBAY facility, which stores containers 16 tiers high using electric cranes will be installed at London Gateway port The post DP World’s $226.45m investment brings Dubai’s BOXBAY tech to London Gateway appeared first on Arabian Business:.....
• Oil Markets Surge on Sanctions Against Russian Producers 24 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Global oil prices climbed sharply following new sanctions targeting Russia’s major producers, underscoring how geopolitical risk is once again reshaping the energy sector. The United States moved to impose me...
• GCC Cold-Chain Logistics Landscape Sees Major Shift 24 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai-based investment platform Green Dome Investments has signed a binding agreement to acquire the entire equity stake in cold-chain specialist Transcorp International for AED 225 million. The transaction is subj...
• Nakheel opens luxury waterfront villas at Palm Jebel Ali 23 Oct — Dubai– Nakheel has unveiled a new collection of ultra-luxury waterfront villas at its flagship Palm  Jebel  Ali development, signalling a major push in high-end residential real estate on the island. The release covers both the “Beach Coll....
• Saudi Arabia Shifts Focus to AI as Neom Plans Adjust 23 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Riyadh is advancing its push into artificial intelligence, sidestepping some of the previous fanfare around the massive urban-megaproject Neom, and signalling a new strategic pivot by its sovereign wealth arm Publi...
• DMCC reports 16% growth in Chinese businesses as Dubai–China trade ties deepen 23 Oct — DMCC has recorded a 16% rise in Chinese companies joining Dubai district, reaching over 1,000 firms as UAE–China trade passes $102bn The post DMCC reports 16% growth in Chinese businesses as Dubai–China trade ties deepen appeared first on.....
• Dubai real estate: Nakheel launches new waterfront villas in Palm Jebel Ali 23 Oct — Nakheel has unveiled new luxury waterfront villas at Palm Jebel Ali, featuring 11 exclusive designs and investment opportunities The post Dubai real estate: Nakheel launches new waterfront villas in Palm Jebel Ali appeared first on Arabian....
• Dubai real estate: Property Finder invests in Stake to expand fractional ownership drive 23 Oct — Property Finder has invested in Dubai proptech Stake to expand fractional property ownership strategy and boost real estate innovation The post Dubai real estate: Property Finder invests in Stake to expand fractional ownership drive appear....
• Ras Al Khaimah aims to lure multinationals as Dubai, Riyadh face tight Grade A office supply – Marjan strategy chief 23 Oct — Developer is looking to capture regional demand for premium offices as multinational firms crowd into Dubai and Riyadh, driving rents to new highs The post Ras Al Khaimah aims to lure multinationals as Dubai, Riyadh face tight Grade A offi....
• Dubai’s Emaar launches AED 100 billion masterplan with 40,000 luxury homes 23 Oct — The new development, Emaar Hills, will include a collection of exclusive mansions and residences set near Dubai Hills Estate The post Dubai’s Emaar launches AED 100 billion masterplan with 40,000 luxury homes appeared first on Arabian Busi....
• Spartan Middle East expands 2025 calendar with Trail Run at Dubai’s Mushrif Park 23 Oct — Spartan Middle East adds a new challenge to its 2025 lineup with the debut of a scenic 10K Trail Run at Dubai’s Mushrif Park The post Spartan Middle East expands 2025 calendar with Trail Run at Dubai’s Mushrif Park appeared first on Arabia....
• Dubizzle Group Holds Off IPO Amid Market Caution 23 Oct — Dubai – The classifieds operator Dubizzle Group announced its decision to postpone its initial public offering on the Dubai Financial Market, citing the need to evaluate optimal timing for the listing. The company, which had filed an IPO p....
• Goldman Sachs Claims Top Spot in MENA Deal-Making Surge 23 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Global investment bank Goldman Sachs has secured the richest place in regional mergers and acquisitions activity in the Middle East and North Africa market, advising on 24 deals worth a combined US$104 billion in t...
• Oil market jolted as US sanctions squeeze Russian supply flows 23 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Oil prices shot up by around 3% Thursday, driven by fresh US sanctions on Russia’s top oil producers and signs that major buyers are rethinking their purchases. Brent crude futures rose to approximately $64.5...
• Dubai universities unveil AI degrees to train future-ready graduates 22 Oct — Dubai universities introduce AI-focused degrees and research to give students future-ready skills aligned with D33 and E33 strategies The post Dubai universities unveil AI degrees to train future-ready graduates appeared first on Arabian B....
• Dubai SME launches accelerator with Plug and Play to scale Emirati startups globally 22 Oct — The programme will provide Emirati entrepreneurs with tailored mentorship, global exposure, and access to markets and investors The post Dubai SME launches accelerator with Plug and Play to scale Emirati startups globally appeared first on....
• Dubai retail rebounds while warehouses lead with 60% surge 22 Oct — Dubai’s warehouse sector remained a standout performer in H1 2025, supported by surging demand from both new entrants and existing tenants. The post Dubai retail rebounds while warehouses lead with 60% surge appeared first on Arabian Busin....
• Dubai rolls out full-fee rebate to underpin new hotel growth 22 Oct — The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism has launched an incentive programme that reimburses eligible hotel developments for 100 per cent of the Dubai Municipality room-sales fee and the Tourism Dirham levy for two years following openi....
• VEON Strengthens Kazakhstan Hold with OLX KZ Acquisition 22 Oct — Dubai-headquartered digital operator VEON Ltd. is set to acquire full ownership of classified-ads platform OLX Kazakhstan through its Kazakh subsidiary Beeline Kazakhstan for US$75 million, marking a strategic push into Central Asia’s digi....
• Dubai hotels: New investor incentives offer 100% fee refunds for projects in key growth zones 21 Oct — A new Dubai hotel incentive programme grants 100% fee refunds for two years on projects in Palm Jebel Ali and other key areas The post Dubai hotels: New investor incentives offer 100% fee refunds for projects in key growth zones appeared f....
• IMF forecasts 6% growth for Abu Dhabi and 3.4% for Dubai in 2025 as UAE economy leads GCC 21 Oct — IMF expects Abu Dhabi economy to grow by 6% and Dubai by 3.4% in 2025, with UAE leading GCC growth driven by services, and real estate The post IMF forecasts 6% growth for Abu Dhabi and 3.4% for Dubai in 2025 as UAE economy leads GCC appea....
• Flydubai signs 7 new interline deals to expand network beyond 300 destinations 21 Oct — Flydubai adds seven new interline partners, expanding access to more than 300 destinations and strengthening Dubai’s role as an aviation hub The post Flydubai signs 7 new interline deals to expand network beyond 300 destinations appeared f....
• Flydubai signs 7 new interline deals to expand network beyond 300 destinations 21 Oct — Flydubai adds seven new interline partners, expanding access to more than 300 destinations and strengthening Dubai’s role as an aviation hub The post Flydubai signs 7 new interline deals to expand network beyond 300 destinations appeared f....
• Dubai property market hits $37.7bn as apartment sales soar and villa deals cool 21 Oct — Dubai real estate market hit $37.7bn in Q3 2025, led by record apartment sales and resilient investor demand despite quarterly value dip The post Dubai property market hits $37.7bn as apartment sales soar and villa deals cool appeared firs....
• Dubai café serves $980 coffee to give the city’s specialty scene a serious buzz 21 Oct — Dubai café pours a $980 cup of ambition as Julith debuts the world’s most valuable coffee, giving the city’s specialty scene a serious buzz The post Dubai café serves $980 coffee to give the city’s specialty scene a serious buzz appeared f....
• Amazon to compete with 15-minute delivery services in Dubai, Abu Dhabi  21 Oct — "Customers expect things in minutes," says Amazon boss, as e-commerce giant plays catch-up in hyper-competitive grocery sector The post Amazon to compete with 15-minute delivery services in Dubai, Abu Dhabi  appeared first on Arabian Busin....
• UAE’s Emirates NBD Secures $3 Billion Stake in India’s RBL Bank 21 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai-based Emirates NBD PJSC is poised to acquire a 60 per cent stake in India’s RBL Bank via a $3 billion investment, marking the largest foreign direct investment ever recorded in India’s banking sec...
• Fishy business: Dubai Waterfront Market trades 800 tonnes of fresh food daily 20 Oct — Dubai Waterfront Market cements its role as the backbone of the emirate’s food ecosystem, trading 600 tonnes of seafood daily The post Fishy business: Dubai Waterfront Market trades 800 tonnes of fresh food daily appeared first on Arabian.....
• Dubai Free Zone Guide 2025: The ultimate handbook for entrepreneurs 20 Oct — Compare 30 Dubai free zones — from DIFC to DMCC — with setup costs, visa packages, facilities and key sectors for startups in 2025 The post Dubai Free Zone Guide 2025: The ultimate handbook for entrepreneurs appeared first on Arabian Busin....
• Dubizzle posts strong UAE profits ahead of Dubai Financial Market IPO 20 Oct — Dubizzle reports strong UAE profits and 46 per cent EBITDA margin in H1 2025 as it prepares for its Dubai Financial Market IPO in November The post Dubizzle posts strong UAE profits ahead of Dubai Financial Market IPO appeared first on Ara....
• Dubai International Content Market 2025 to unite global media leaders in November 20 Oct — Dubai International Content Market 2025 returns on November 4–5 with 90 exhibitors, 250 buyers, and top broadcasters from over 50 countries The post Dubai International Content Market 2025 to unite global media leaders in November appeared....
• Cargo plane from Dubai kills two as it skids into the sea in Hong Kong 20 Oct — The Boeing 747-481 cargo aircraft was wet leased from, and operated by, Turkish carrier Act Airlines The post Cargo plane from Dubai kills two as it skids into the sea in Hong Kong appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Mid....
• Ellington Properties signs AED1 billion construction deal with China Railway for Uptown Dubai project 20 Oct — The partnership marks a major milestone for the project, which aims to deliver world-class design, premium amenities, and vibrant retail offerings in one of the city’s most sought-after districts The post Ellington Properties signs AED1 bi....
• Dubai’s DIFC surpasses 8,000 companies as banking assets triple to $240 billion 20 Oct — Dubai’s financial free zone becomes Middle East's top financial hub, with $240 billion in banking assets and AED 17.5 billion in court claims The post Dubai’s DIFC surpasses 8,000 companies as banking assets triple to $240 billion appeared....
• Emirates Marks Quarter Century of Uganda Connection 20 Oct — The Dubai-based airline Emirates has formally marked 25 years of its flight operations to Uganda, signalling both a milestone in the company’s growth in East Africa and its deeper entrenchment in the Ugandan travel market. Since its first.....
• Saudi Arabia’s Wellness Surge: FIBO Arabia Debut Draws 12,399 Visitors 20 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Riyadh — The inaugural edition of FIBO Arabia drew a total of 12,399 participants from regional and international markets to the three-day expo at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center, signalling a...
• DHG adds to Dubai skyline with three developments under the Helvetia brand 20 Oct — In an interview with Arabian Business, Blagoje Antic, Founder and CEO of DHG, shares how the company is blending Swiss quality with Dubai’s bold vision through its Helvetia-branded developments. The post DHG adds to Dubai skyline with thre....