26 Jul 2024. We speak to the Senior Vice President of Brands/Sports at GMG, Mohammed Bodiat about the summer trends and find out if theres any impact from the Olympics.Plus, we dive into automotive industry as shares continue to hit hard by fierce competition from Chinese electric cars with Glenn Harwood of AlgoDriven. See omnystudio.com/listener f…

25 Jul 2024. We discuss the potential cyber threats facing the Olympic Games Paris 2024 and how organizers and third-party vendors can stay vigilant with the expert from Palo Alto Networks. Plus, we get the inside story on that rising profit at Commercial Bank of Dubai finance chief Darren Clark. And we look at the growth and supply crunch in Dubai…

24 Jul 2024. That's what a top professor at the University of Pennsylvania has told Business Breakfast. Dr Matt Killingsworth said both millionaires and billionaires are significantly happier, even than people earning $500,000 a year. Plus, we get the details on the latest Dubai Q1 GDP with senior economist Khatija Haque. And, cyber insurance can c…

We speak to Adam Wynne from Knight Frank about the booming industrial demand in Dubai. Plus, CEO of du Fahad al Hassawi on the rapid rise in profit – but a surprise slowdown in mobile growth. And, the Olympics may be days away, but the lawsuits have started early! Energy drink Prime is in the dock, we speak to lawyer Jon Parker of Gowling WLG See o…

22 Jul 2024. We get reaction to Joe Biden’s decision to leave the race for a second term as President, including Professor Patrick Schoettmer of Seattle University. Plus, businesses and services around the world are slowly recovering after a massive IT outage affected computer systems for hours on Thursday and Friday. We speak to IT expert Amir Kol…

19 Jul 2024. We speak to the Dubai Land Department who has issued a stark warning to real estate brokers: the crackdown will continue on agents and brokers who break the rules through false advertising and cold-calling. Plus Amanat are to IPO their education business - we find out more Mohammed Ali Yasin - The Oracle Financial Consultancy and Inves…

18 Jul 2024. We're joined by one of our favourite economists – Andrew Scott of London Business School: his new book says we'll live to be 100 years old - and that will cause a radical economic shake-up. Plus, we look at the rise in demand for Chinese cars in Dubai with Al Habtoor Motors. And with investment scams on the rise, how can you spot a bog…

Bitcoin surged on Monday after an assassination attempt on Donald Trump, we find the reason behind it with crypto expert Saqr Ereiqat, Partner, TradeDog Group. Plus, we ask the Chief Investment Officer of Standard Chartered what another Trump Presidency - with his new anti-china pro-tarif running mate - might mean for investors. And, Tim Hortons ha…

16 Jul 2024. We speak to Shorooq Partners live in studio about their recent 37million-dollar Climatetech investment into a company using mineralisation technology to elimate CO2 safely, permanently and at scale. Plus, can gold sustain the rally that’s seen it climb 17% this year? Veteran gold expert Jeff Rhodes joins us with his outlook. And we spe…

15 Jul 2024. We cross to both the Republican Convention in Milwakee and also to Seattle for live updates after the attempt to shoot Donald Trump - and what it means for the US election and economy. And as Dubai Mall breaks yet another visitor record, we ask retail expert David Macadam: are smaller malls being left behind? See omnystudio.com/listene…

12 Jul 2024. We've got the latest on the exodus of European tech talent to the Gulf, with two recruitment experts: global giant Hays, and Dubai-based Cooper Fitch. Plus, coffee futures are at an 18 month high - we ask Matt Toogood of Raw Coffee what that means for our almond milk cortados. And, we get reading recommendations from our final batch of…

11 Jul 2024. Tom Harvey is about to launch a new season of Spinneys Got Talent - we'll find out more about their incubator. Plus, we speak to the man behind the plan for the Green Spine superhighway that has got everyone talking. And we also chat to the star of Dubai Hustle about the realities of being a real estate agent in a hot market. See omnys…

10 Jul 2024. We look at what a potential Omani income tax could mean for the rest of the Gulf - speaking to tax expert Thomas Vanhee, Founding Partner, Aurifer. And what can the corporate world learn from sports franchises when it comes to sustainability? 1.5 Degrees Sport CEO, Sean Morris, joins us live. Plus, our summer book club series continues…

09 Jul 2024. We speak to Knight Frank about the number of homes available for sale in Dubai falling by nearly a quarter over the last year, with the amount of prime homes listed falling by nearly half. And as funding levels plateau in all markets bar the MENA region - we speak to Philip Bahoshy, Founder and CEO, MAGNiTT. Plus, with the yen at a 34 …

08 Jul 2024. We're looking at whether June's drop in real estate transactions is just summer kicking in, or the start of something more. That's with Haider Tuaimi. And which professions have the best and worst reputations in the UAE? Nigel Sillitoe, CEO, Insight Discovery reveals all. Plus, Glenn Harwood of Algodriven tells us about Dubai's plans t…

05 Jul 2024. We look at what the UK election means for UK businesses based here - and UAE companies doing business with the UK...that's with Joe Hepworth from the British Centres for Business. We also speak to Taleem CEO Alan Williamson about the education company's results - and its plans to bring Harrow to the Gulf. Plus we look at what the elect…

04 Jul 2024. We speak to James Mullan of Which School Advisor about the 20 new schools opening in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and what it means for parents and fees. Plus on the 4th of July, we'll speak to AmCham Dubai, the American business council here, about trade and the election. And we speak to the co-founder of CoinDCX about their decision to buy Bi…

03 Jul 2024. There's no shortage of buyers entering the property market with sales volumes continuing to rise. We speak to Haus & Haus Real Estate about where they're seeing demand. And Saudi Arabia is set to get a Trump tower in Jeddah, but could we get one here in Dubai? We speak to one of the developers behind it - Ziad El Chaar, CEO, Dar Global…

02 Jul 2024. As summer holidays begin, Expedia says most workers feel ‘vacation deprived’. Compensation expert Martin McGuigan joins us live. Plus Greece is looking at a six-day work week, we speak to workplace expert Oliver Baxter. And we look at what Dubai's plans to double the number of Metro stations mean for the real estate industry. See omnys…

01 Jul 2024. We speak to energy expert Matt Stanley about what's behind our falling fuel price - and how long it could continue. And as fines kick in for small firms that miss Emiratisation targets we speak to Mohammad Zamani, Partner - Audit, Head of Emiratization, KPMG Lower Gulf about the drive and tips on hiring Emirati talent. Plus, summer-nom…

28 Jun 2024. We discuss reaction to the Joe Biden and Donald Trump presidential debate. We also get all our geeky CEPA questions answered with geopolitcal strategist Taufiq Rahim of the Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government. Plus, summernomics continues - we'll look at the growing demand for safety deposit boxes as we head into the holiday seaso…

27 Jun 2024. We speak to Gareth El Mettouri of recruitment firm Robert Half about what more job seeking expats means for wages. Plus we get John Lyons to open his books and give us an advance peek into what Q2 has really meant for property deals. And the UAE's Federal Tax Authority is urging all resident eligible commercial entities to register for…

26 Jun 2024. A new report by the World Economic forum warns that energy transition is slowing down, with the UAE ranking 52nd place globally - we hear from their head of Energy Transition Intelligence, Espen Mehlum. Plus, Saudi Arabia is set to become the world's largest construction market, according to new numbers from Knight Frank - worth more t…

25 Jun 2024. Summernomics continues and we're talking the fine art of swimming pool cooling with the poolstore. We also have a culinary twist with the founder of Tashas restaurant chain Natasha Sideris joins us live. And we speak to Henley & Partners Middle East about their latest forecast that approximately 128,000 of the world’s millionaires are …

24 Jun 2024. We discuss the UAE ranking Number 2 on a global list of foreign investment attracting 1,300 projects worth more than $30 billion last year - second only to the US. Plus summer is the traditional time for big international moves in and out of Dubai - we'll speak to the boss of E-Movers to find out if we're coming or going. We also speak…

21 Jun 2024. We get reaction to that rate decision from Henk Potts of Barclays – and where to invest YOUR savings right now, amid political upheaval in Europe. Plus, we hear from Spinneys commercial boss Tom Harvey as they're set to open in Saudi Arabia next week. And summer-nomics continues - we speak to the boss of the Coca Cola Arena to find out…

That's according to the Henley Private Wealth Migration Report. The report says the UAE will see an inflow of 6,700 millionaires this year – almost double the second-placed country, the US. Khatija Haque of Emirates NBD shared her take on the long-term impact for the UAE on the influx of private and institutional money. Plus, Summer-nomics - higher…

We speak to Ted Raffoul, Career and Workforce Products Business Leader - MENA, Mercer and find out the key findings for the Middle East market. Plus, we ask recruiter Greg Wright of Food People what the survey means for bringing talent in to the city. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

14 Jun 2024. It's last minute Eid-oh-nomics.... is there still time to grab a staycation or a last minute bargain flight? We speak to the chief business officer of Wego and David Allen of Radisson. And, we've got a big focus on the finance of football, with just hours until kick-off in Euros 2024. We’re joined by sports lawyer Andrew Mahoney, and t…

13 Jun 2024. The US Fed and UAE Central Bank keep rates on hold but what that decision mean for us? Ed Bell of Emirates NBD and Danny Abraham, Espace Real Estate explains. We also have more reaction to today’s big stories from former CNN anchor John Defterios, who joins us live in-studio to peruse the news. And we speak to Raj Kotecha, CEO, Charter…

12 Jun 2024. The world economy is expected to grow by 2.6 per cent this year, and the expansion rate is expected to remain consistent throughout the year, without significant fluctuations, according to a report by the World Bank. We hear from World Bank economist Ayhan Kosay for more on their hot-off-the press report. Plus, we speak to Tanvi Ahluwa…

11 Jun 2024. We discuss Apple unveiling its long-awaited AI strategy – including a partnership with Chat GPT. Plus, we look at the economics of Eid al Adha – as Careem lists sacrificial goats for sale on the app. And, it’s election season: veteran investor Gary Dugan reveals his strategy for trading the political swings, from Mumbai to Manhattan. W…

10 Jun 2024. We discuss the UAE's new crackdown on rogue cold-callers, with fines of Dhs150,000 for telemarketers who break the rules. We also talk fintech with the CEO of a new digital bank in Ajman: Christopher Koster of Ruya. Plus, as tens of thousands of pilgrims flock through Dubai Airports as they make their way to Mecca for the annual Hajj p…

07 Jun 2024. Nvidia has caught the attention of anti-trust regulators after joining the three trillion dollar club - we speak to market watcher Jessica Amir. Plus, as Dubai's May property numbers hit a new record, we speak to Zhann Johincke of Property Monitor. And we'll find out if diamonds are losing their sparkle, amid weak prices and De beers b…

06 Jun 2024. We look at the booming market for venture debt funding with Philip Bahoshy of research firm Magnitt. We also focus on the fitness industry - speaking to Gymnation Founder Loren Holland and the man behind their latest private credit investment, Omar Al Yawer - Partner, Ruya Partners, as they pave the way for expansion into Saudi Arabia.…

05 Jun 2024. We discuss Narendra Modi losing his majority in a shock election setback as Indian stocks plunge 6%. We also discuss the UAE PMI data released this morning as we speak to one of the S&P economists behind it. Plus, we get the latest on the giga projects programme in Saudi Arabia with Colin Foreman, Editor, MEED. And, we hear from one UA…

04 Jun 2024. We get reaction to the Dubai Mall story from Andy Love of Knight Frank and CBRE's Mr Research Taimur Khan. And, as UAE authorities block more than a thousand websites that violate intellectual property rules, we'll speak to IP lawyer James Dunne. We also find out about the top 25 airlines in the world according to Airlineratings.com wi…

03 Jun 2024. As the world’s aviation industry descends on Dubai, Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas joins us live in the studio to tell us about the new airline. Plus, we have refreshingly candid comments from Ramesh Cidambi, on day one of his new job running Dubai Duty Free. And, we speak to Sam McCone of McCone Properties about how to spot a property ma…

We spoke to the UAE law firm Habib Al Mulla UAE Founder Habib Al Mulla, one of the country’s most prominent lawyers, and told Business Breakfast that trade between the UAE and Russia is strong, despite Western sanctions. Plus, International air passenger traffic rose 16% in April, compared to the year before, we spoke to the boss Kashif Khalid and …

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed flew from Korea to China, where he begins a two-day state visit. We get the reaction to that UAE-China visit from Billionaire investor Patrick Tsang live from Hong Kong. Plus, restaurant special - we find out what it takes to last nearly quarter of century in the Dubai F&B industry with Lime Tree and the man whose busin…

The Business Breakfast has a working theory that half of Dubai is going to Italy this summer. We test that theory with travel expert Emily Jenkins of DW Travel. Plus, with the gold price hovering just off record highs, we're joined by the global chief market strategist of the World Gold Council, John Reade. And, as the UAE pumps Dhs30 billion into …

The third edition of the Make it in the Emirates Forum and its accompanying exhibition kicked off on Monday at the Abu Dhabi Energy Center. H.E Omar Suwaina Al Suwaidi, Undersecretary, Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) live from the capital told us about the forum and the main takeaways from the event so far. We also speak to peo…

That's according to the Financial Times. Matt Stanley, Head of Market Engagement, EMEA & APA at Kpler disagree, he told us why. Plus, we look at what the increase in business Etihad Credit Insurance tells us about the UAE's export sector with CEO Raja Al Mazrouei. And we talk the finance of football, after Al Ain’s dramatic victory in Saturday’s As…

American social media guru & serial entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk joined us live in studio. He’s got 15 million followers and a new book. Plus, research says that millennials are ‘quiet vacationing’ rather than asking their boss for PTO. Is it acceptable? We asked Nathalie Spree, Partner, August Leadership. And we spoke to the CEO of Adnoc Drilling …

We've got the preliminary numbers out for GDP for UAE economy, we crunch the numbers with Ed Bell, Senior Director, Market Economics, Emirates NBD. Plus, analyst Josh Gilbert from eToro on those Nvidia earnings beating expections. Wio bank has achieved profitability in its first year of operations, we speak to CEO Jayesh Patel. And ss World Economi…

22 May 2024. We hear from Novo Nordisk UAE Vice President Mads Bo Larsen about the local supply and demand for Ozempic and Wegovy. And after Emirates announced their staff will receive bonuses worth 20-weeks of salary we had a big bonus debate: should all staff recieve the same bonus, or should it just be for high performers? HR expert Amanda White…

21 May 2024. Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths reveals DXBs record breaking Q1 numbers live on the show. We also speak to the CEO of education company Alef about its IPO plan and we look at the economy of Ajman, as we’re joined in the studio by H.E. Ismail al Naqi, head of the Emirate’s Free Zone Authority. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i…

20 May 2024. Ford Middle East has seen its highest Q1 sales in nearly a decade - we speak to regional president Ravi Ravi-chandran. Plus, Wizz Air has launched the region's first flight subscription service - we speak to their MD Johan Eidhagen. And, Indian cricket legend MS Dhoni speaks to the Business Breakfast! Lessons on leadership from the man…

17 May 2024. We take a sneak peak inside the new airport with Dubai World Central Corporation boss His Excellency Khalifa Al Zaffin. Plus, Dubai proptech Keyper has more than 30 million dollars in credit and equity to play with - we'll find out what they plan to do with it. And, former SBS soldier and adventurer Ant Middleton joins us live in studi…

16 May 2024. US inflation fell to 3.4 per cent for April - raising expectations of a rate cut this year - we get reaction from Dan Richards of Emirates NBD on whether it's a good or bad print and what it could mean for Fed decisions. One month on from the floods, we're looking back at the events that took place - we find out if the rain stopped pla…