Morning Drive

Chris Redmond, CEO of Redholt, joins Tim Elliott to analyse how the creator economy and technological advancements are redefining global recruitment. They explore the pressure on traditional broadcasting infrastructure, the rise of IP-based distribution, and why modern media executives must possess first-hand dexterity with emerging technologies.

Tim Elliott is joined by Emirati Food Geeks founder Ahmad Ali to explore how Ramadan reshapes the food industry. They discuss shifting dining habits, the spiritual importance of detoxing, and the latest market trends. We discuss how restaurants and entrepreneurs are successfully navigating this dynamic and meaningful season.

Gold expert Jeff Rhodes joins Tim Elliott to discuss seasonal market shifts. He predicts a period of sideways trading, with the market becoming significantly quieter, particularly in the Middle East, during the first two weeks of Ramadan. Jeff anticipates activity will ramp up towards the second half of the month.

Ronan Arthur of Cavendish Maxwell joins Tim Elliott to analyse Dubai’s extraordinary 2025 residential market performance. Despite moderating price growth, investor interest remains robust, with transactions exceeding 200,000. They explore how the city’s global status now rivals Fifth Avenue, bolstered by a significantly expanding supply pipeline.

Quantitative asset manager Primrose Capital has secured full financial services permission from the ADGM, marking a significant regulatory milestone for Abu Dhabi. Chief Investment Officer Linus Ong and Head of Operations Edmond Chan discuss how advanced technology and human expertise are being combined to capitalise on market inefficiencies within this growing global financial centre.

On Mira Business FM, Tim Elliott discusses how today’s artists must navigate international branding and investment value alongside creative expression. The founder of Orosz Design explores the juxtaposition of technical precision with bold artistic expression, highlighting the role of light-infused abstract works in global galleries and luxury interiors.

Tim Elliott interviews Matthew Green, Head of Research at CBRE MENA, regarding the latest Q4 market review. They discuss the UAE's resilient real estate sector, which is entering an unprecedented fifth year of growth. This expansion, driven by population increases and non-oil economic activity, continues to bolster investor confidence.

In this episode of Morning Drive, IP and Media Lawyer Munir Suboh joins Tim Elliott to analyse global superstars, like Britney Spears, selling their entire music catalogues to third-party investors. They explore the legal complexities of intellectual property, valuation of artistic legacies, and how these high-stakes deals resonate within the Middle Eastern market.

Tim Elliott and Independent Financial Consultant James Thomas discuss YouTube sensation MrBeast acquiring the banking app Step to foster financial literacy. They reflect on the critical lack of real-world money management education in schools, comparing complex trigonometry to essential life skills like investing and building credit for the next generation.

The UAE’s construction sector is on a fast track, expected to cross $130 billion by the end of the decade. As projects grow larger and more complex—from 70-story high-rises to subsurface metro lines—the industry is shifting from building fast to building smart and resilient.

In this episode of Mira Business FM's Morning Drive, we sit down with Arushi Bhalla (MD) and Rathin Mathur (President for Strategy) from Encardio to discuss Safety Dubai 2026. Discover how real-time monitoring and data intelligence are saving costs, reducing environmental impact, and enabling the creation of engineering marvels like the One Za'abeel tower.