Business Opportunities in the UAE’s Real Estate Market
The UAE continues to prove the strength of its diverse market by showing tremendous growth in its oil and non-oil business sectors. In recent years, one of the businesses that have displayed a significant demand in the UAE is the real estate market. With stable and promising ROIs, the surge in demand for residential and […]
Startup year in review – 2022
First, the good news. The UAE has been bucking volatile international trends with both economic performance and outlook. The UAE’s GDP is expected to top 6% growth in 2022, up from 3.8% in 2021, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). In Abu Dhabi alone, the first half of 2022 saw GDP grow by over […]
All the New VAT Changes You Need to Know
All the new changes will come into effect from 1st January 2023. UAE’s Value Added Tax (VAT) was first introduced back in 2018 and is set at 5%. Simply put, VAT is an indirect tax levied on the consumption or use of goods and services. It is charged at each step of the supply process. […]
What does NextGenFDI mean for your business?
The Ministry of Economy recently unveiled NextGenFDI, an initiative designed to bring the world’s best digitally enabled businesses to the UAE. With a 20-strong partner network of government ministries, banks, free zones and other private institutions, NextGenFDI gives companies and entrepreneurs everything they need to launch, grow and thrive in this business-nurturing region of the […]
Become a resident of Dubai: Seven options for investors and global citizens
Dubai has become a magnet for entrepreneurs, investors and savvy business owners in recent years, and the trend shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, recent research projects that as many as 4,000 millionaires will migrate to Dubai in 2022, more than any other city in the world. It’s little wonder that so many […]
How to Get a Personal Trainer License in Dubai, UAE – 2023 Guide
Healthy living is very much a part of Dubai’s culture and lifestyle. There are about 1,000 health clubs, fitness outlets, and exercise centres in the UAE currently, and they are estimated to grow up to about 1,500 within the next two years. A bulk of these health and fitness centres are based in Dubai. Increasingly, many […]
Business License in UAE – Free Zone vs Mainland vs Offshore
When it comes to setting up a business in the UAE or obtaining a business license, choosing the right type of business entity is one of the biggest considerations. Based on your business requirements and intended ownership structure, you can choose the most suitable jurisdiction for your business –Free Zone, Mainland, or Offshore. Each jurisdiction […]
The Rise of Dubai as the World’s Leading Crypto Hub
From easy to relatively secure transactions, there’s no denying that blockchain technology is causing a massive transformation in the financial industry. As the crypto market continues to grow, Dubai is leading the MENA region in blockchain technology adoption, competing with Singapore and the UK as a global crypto hub. Dubai’s Crypto Expansion Recognizing the positive […]
Startups are playing an increasing role in Qatar’s economy
Startups are an important part of economies all over the world. They reinvigorate business landscapes, drive innovation, enhance a nation’s progress. The same is true for businesses in Qatar. Tech startup investments alone grew by an impressive 254% last year, while the country currently ranks 4th in global SME financing. In fact, entrepreneurial and SME […]
Strong Investment Opportunities in Dubai
Among other opportunities, Dubai and the UAE are known as leading investment hubs among locals and foreign investors. In 2021, the country recorded an annual growth rate of 6.2% despite other countries experiencing economic declines. Business and investor-friendly policies have contributed greatly to this performance and reputation. This year, Dubai also ranked first in attracting […]
