Shares in Apple gained 2.4 per cent on Tuesday as investors predicted a surge in iPhone sales. Samsung, the computer giant’s main rival in the smartphone market, was forced to issue a massive product recall earlier this month. Batteries in dozens of Galaxy Note 7 handsets have caught fire; in one case injuring a six-year-old boy. Apple has gained AED 99 billion in market value since last Friday, while Samsung stock has fallen AED 80 billion over the same period.
ADCB successfully completes AED6.1 billion rights issue
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC (ADCB) on Wednesday announced the successful completion of its AED6.1 billion rights issue, following the close of the subscription period on December 4.
UAE, Russia to strengthen economic ties
The United Arab Emirates and Russia have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening economic cooperation during a high-level meeting in Dubai.
Dubai Duty Free hits AED8 billion retail landmark
Dubai Duty Free reached an historic milestone on Tuesday when the airport retailer passed AED8 billion in annual sales for the first time in its 42-year history.
UAE and Ireland boost cooperation in tourism and the new economy
The UAE and Ireland are set to deepen economic and tourism collaboration following high-level talks in Dubai between Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, and Ireland’s Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke.
ADX sees introduction of 17 securities during 2025
The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) saw the introduction of 17 securities during 2025, Group CEO Abdullah Salem Al Nuaimi said on Tuesday.
