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8 MAY

What does community look like in the UAE right now?

Broadcasting live from ICD Brookfield Place, and exploring everything from Abu Dhabi’s growing arts scene and Dubai’s independent food community to a chef-turned-cookie entrepreneur, the return of the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, plus the family events helping inspire the city’s next generation of readers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 May

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1hr 40min
1 MAY

The State of Dubai Dining

01 May 2026. Two restaurant stories: EatX founder Tom Arnel joins Georgia Tolley at The Guild in ICD Brookfield Place on adjusting their model for more resident repeat visits and what expansion looks like from here. Nando’s is aggressively opening new locations across the UAE in 2026 and the MD tells us why. Plus, luxury retail took a hit during the conflict. We find out what recovery actually looks like and how long it takes. And end of service gratuity is ever changing. More UAE employers are moving toward structured savings solutions and we find out what that means for employees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 May

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46 min
7 MAY

Oil drops sharply on reports of a peace deal

07 May 2026. Reports of a potential US-Iran agreement sent oil prices tumbling and stock markets surging. Matt Stanley from Kpler joins us on what the latest means for energy markets and how businesses are dealing with the volatility. Plus, the Dubai property market is moving fast with viewings up 160%, buyer registrations up 119% and deals up 31% in April versus March. Espace Real Estate's broker of the week tells us what he's seeing on the ground. And Wyndham is launching branded residences at Dubai Islands - mid-scale, affordable and 68 units only. We find out why the affordable end of the market and how affordable! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 May

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34 min
13 FEB

Earnings: ADNOC Drilling, Spinneys, talabat

13 Feb 2026. It’s earnings season: Spinneys posts its biggest-ever store expansion in 2025, CEO Sunil Kumar walks us through the numbers. ADNOC Drilling reports its strongest year to date, CFO Youssef Salem crunches the results. And talabat reveals its latest performance, we speak to CFO Khaled Alfakesh. Plus, with Ramadan approaching, IKEA launches an iftar experience - yes, among the flatpack furniture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Feb

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38 min
20 APR

Implications of reopening and closing again on Strait of Hormuz

20 Apr 2026. The Strait of Hormuz opened on Friday and closed again on Saturday and the impact on oil prices and shipping insurance costs was immediate. We look at what that volatility means on the ground. Plus, the UAE is easing tax penalties and encouraging companies to come forward and fix mistakes, we speak to the FTA directly on how to use this window. And could UAE residents who worked from home abroad during the conflict find themselves liable for tax in another country? We get some legal advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Apr

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33 min
19 JAN

Trump threatens tariffs if he can't buy Greenland

19 Jan 2026. US Pres Donald Trump is threatening tariffs on major European economies if he can’t buy Greenland. We ask the Chairman of the Intercontinental Exchange about the potential knock-on effects for global trade and commodities. Plus, insurance costs and coverage are shifting in 2026, we speak to Zurich’s returning CEO on what’s changing. And Dubai’s residential property market shows a second straight month of price easing, according to Property Monitor. We break down what the latest data is telling us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19 Jan

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32 min
16 APR

Business of School is Back!

16 Apr 2026. UAE children are returning to classrooms but has the move come fast enough to ease financial pressure on schools? Education consultant Shaun Robison, CEO of BBD Education and GSM Middle East, tells us. Art Dubai is revealing more details of its 20th edition, one of the few major events still going ahead in May amid the conflict. Executive Director Benedetta Ghione on what will feel different this year and how the conflict is shaping it. And Stellantis on a new initiative giving UAE small businesses free access to Jeep, RAM, Peugeot and Citroën vehicles to help them stay operational right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 Apr

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30 min
13 APR

While Global Supply Chains Struggle, The UAE Is Finding Its Footing

13 Apr 2026. Q1 job numbers are up. Economic zone fees are coming down. Dubai property is holding steady. And one UAE company is posting 19 percent revenue growth by staying local. Today on The Business Breakfast we look at what’s keeping the UAE economy moving with Cooper Fitch, DIEZ, Fairmont The Palm, Bayut and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Apr

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41 min
10 APR

Home renovations, Holiday Homes and Banks supporting SMEs

10 Apr 2026. David Cook, CEO of Contractors Direct, discussed a four-way business collaboration making home renovation easier for UAE residents. Harrison Moore, CEO of Vacationer, discussed rising holiday home occupancies and who’s actually staying. Amit Malhotra, Global Head of Retail Banking at ADIB on what the banking sector is doing to support SME cash flow six weeks into the regional uncertainty, And NESR, one of the region’s biggest oilfield services companies, discussed why the MENA energy sector could be on the verge of a major investment surge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Apr

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35 min
30 JAN

Is the Influencer Industry About to Change?

30 Jan 2026. New influencer rules come into force tomorrow (January 31) and they could change how the entire advertising industry operates. Georgia Tolley has been finding out what it means for creators and brands. Plus, Big Tech earnings are in - Apple, Meta, Microsoft and Tesla give fresh signals on AI and profits. And with major expansion plans announced across DIFC, DSO and D3, CRC’s Ben Bargh and Dubai Holding Real Estate unpack what it means for Dubai’s office market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 Jan

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39 min

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