Morning Drive

As global markets face interest rate volatility and shifting geopolitical landscapes, Dubai’s property sector continues to demonstrate remarkable strength. Omar Gull, Managing Director of Mira Developments, joins Tim Elliott to discuss how the market "defies uncertainty" through high absorption rates and unique equity-heavy financing. They explore the structural protections keeping developers secure and why Dubai remains a global safe haven for capital.

Tech journalist Kevin Sebastian speaks with Tim Elliott on Apple Inc.’s recent leadership change. They assess governance priorities, innovation outlook, and market reaction under the new chief executive, examining whether the transition signals continuity in strategy or a more fundamental shift in the company’s long-term direction.

The UAE has announced its historic departure from OPEC, ending a foundational membership dating back to 1967. Robin Mills, CEO of Qamar Energy, joins Tim Elliott to analyse this seismic shift in national energy policy. They explore the implications for global oil markets, production capacity, and the UAE’s pursuit of independent strategic interests.

Real estate expert Mario Volpi joins Tim Elliott to scrutinise the current forces shaping the Dubai property market. They provide a definitive analysis of regional trends, offering essential insights for investors looking to navigate the sector's latest developments and growth.

As the UAE prioritises national food security, demand for locally produced goods is skyrocketing. Hesham Yehia Abd El Hakim, Acting CEO of Camelicious, joins Tim Elliott to discuss this strategic industrial shift. They examine how evolving consumer preferences for high-quality homegrown supply are currently driving a major commercial expansion across the camel dairy sector.

Islamic finance is undergoing a significant structural evolution as syndicated financing surges by nearly 300 per cent year-on-year, even overtaking US dollar Sukuk issuance. Fitch Ratings Islamic Director Saif Shawqi joins Tim Elliott to analyse the move towards private deals and what this means for regional markets.

Alfred Manasseh, Co-Founder and COO of Shaffra, joins Tim Elliott to explore the transformative arrival of AI digital co-workers. They examine how immersive technology and autonomous digital entities are revolutionising corporate structures, the critical necessity of shifting organisational mindsets, and why the traditional workplace landscape is being permanently altered.

Luxe Vista Properties CEO Ajay Menon joins Tim Elliott to analyse a significant shift in Dubai’s real estate landscape. As a ‘perfect storm’ of travel advisories and insurance hurdles impacts holiday home yields, the discussion explores why savvy investors are now prioritising mid-term flexibility and long-term stability over traditional short-term rentals.

SMEs are under pressure from rising costs and uncertain demand, but many problems start with numbers leaders are not seeing clearly. Today on Morning Drive, Zaid Aboobaker, founder and chief executive of CompassPoint Consulting, joins Tim Elliott to uncover the financial blind spots holding businesses back.

Azad Zangana of Oxford Economics joins Tim Elliott to discuss the resilience of GCC markets amidst shifting global conditions. The conversation explores how regional stability and proactive measures are supporting Dubai’s property sector and Bahrain’s fiscal position, highlighting opportunities for growth and long-term economic strength across the Gulf.