05 Feb 2025. Growth in the UAE non-oil economy remained strong at the beginning of 2025, according to the latest PMI at 55.0. Economists at S&P cited “Robust expansion in activity and new business” for UAE firms. Economist Christopher Payne of Knight Frank explain more. Plus, Wendy's has just opened its 50th burger restaurant in the Gulf. We speak to the man behind the square patty about how close we're getting to peak burger. And, we break down the biggest aviation headlines, regional and international, with aviation expert Nick Humphrey.

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04 Feb 2025.  We find out what new regulation DIFC companies can expect with chief executive Ian Johnston. Plus, we analyze the outlook for oil in the Trump era, with US energy analyst Dr Sara Vakshouri.

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03 Feb 2025. Economist Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD put that in context for us and what could it mean for the region. Plus, we cross to New York to speak to economist Nick Stadtimiller about those tariffs and what happens next. And,  where should you invest your money, in a hectic week of tariffs, earnings and jobs data? We asked Fund manager Manoj Mahadev. And, with new hotels in the UAE, what’s fueling the region’s growing demand for luxury hospitality? We find out with Saurabh Tiwari. 

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31 Jan 2025. Dubai International Airport has posted record passenger numbers for 2024, with 92 point 3 million people passing through the airport - closing in on its target of 100 million visitors  by 2027; Cargo volumes over the year also rose, by 20 per cent -  CEO of Dubai Airports, Paul Griffiths talk us through those record numbers. Plus, we talk sneaker-nomics, with the regional boss of New Balance, Stuart Henwood. 

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30 Jan 2025. We get reaction to those tech earnings with stock broker Jessica Amir and reaction to that Fed decision with economist Ed Bell. Plus, is the Dubai villa market finally cooling? We've got first peak at some interesting new numbers from Valustrat Director and Head of Real Estate Research, Haider Tuaima.

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29 Jan 2025. Patrick Tsang, Chairman of Tsangs Group, Chairman of Hong Kong Ambassadors Club shared shared his insight on how Trump’s tariffs are driving Chinese renewables to the Middle East and what’s next for global trade. Plus, we talk burger-nomics with the founder of the billion-dollar Shake Shack restaurant empire: Danny Mayer. And, as Arab Health continues, we speak to the CEO of Aster Pharmacy about their push into Saudi Arabia. 

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28 Jan 2025. We get reaction to DeepSeek and the US tech rout with Nancy Gleason of NYU Abu Dhabi. Plus, there's about to be a change in what banks can lend in the way of property fees - we look at the knock on effects for home buyers with the CEO of mortgage consultancy Holo. And, we speak to a man who's just sold a hotel and find out why there's an uptick in hotels changing hands. Andy Love from Knight Frank.

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27 Jan 2025. The IMF says it expects to see 4% growth in UAE GDP this year, despite lower oil production, we get reaction from our economist, Ed Bell of Emirates NBD. Plus, as diamond prices tumble on global markets, we speak to Fergus James, CEO & Founder, Fergus James Diamonds on what they are seeing on ground. And, one for the bookshelves - we speak to the Dubai veteran who has chronicled the history of the UAE, all 130 thousand years of it, Alexander McNabb, Publishing, Media & Digital Communications Consultant.

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24 Jan 2025. We find out more about the new Etihad high speed rail link between Dubai and Abu Dhabi and if it will impact property prices. And according to a new survey, job seekers are applying for more positions than ever before - but what does that mean for the HR departments that have to go through their CVs? We speak to one HR manager about how recruitment is changing.

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23 Jan 2025. We find out what Trump's reversal of a ban on new LNG exports means for LNG producers in the Gulf with energy expert Robin Mills. And, Veteran CNN journalist Richard Quest joins us from Davos, to reveal who is “cock-a-hoop” over Trump, and who’s been “hit over the head by a wet fish.” Plus, Britain is experiencing a significant outflow of high-net-worth individuals and talent to the United Arab Emirates - Philippe Amarante, Managing Partner and Head, Henley & Partners Middle East DMCC explains why. 

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