16 May 2025. We break down what was said in Abu Dhabi and get reaction from economists and business leaders. Plus, Dubai adds two more megaprojects to its off-plan landscape, but do we have enough project managers to deliver them all? And ACCA says nearly 7 in 10 Middle East finance professionals want to quit and go solo. We dive into the data.

16 May 2025. We break down what was said in Abu Dhabi and get reaction from economists and business leaders. Plus, Dubai adds two more megaprojects to its off-plan landscape, but do we have enough project managers to deliver them all? And ACCA says nearly 7 in 10 Middle East finance professionals want to quit and go solo. We dive into the data.

Daily highlights and exclusive interviews from Dubai's most informative news and business radio show. With a round-up of the day’s most important business stories, providing local content and context on the international issues that matter. Presented by Tom Urquhart & Brandy Scott.

Daily highlights and exclusive interviews from Dubai's most informative news and business radio show. With a round-up of the day&rsquo;s most important business stories, providing local content and context on the international issues that matter. Presented by Tom Urquhart &amp; Brandy Scott.

Bitesize Business Breakfast Podcast

The award-winning four-hour show is an informative and entertaining mix of interviews, market updates, analysis and opinions covering the morning’s top stories and big issues. Join the conversation with Brandy and Tom every weekday morning from 6 am. 

The award-winning four-hour show is an informative and entertaining mix of interviews, market updates, analysis and opinions covering the morning&rsquo;s top stories and big issues. Join the conversation with Brandy and Tom every weekday morning from 6 am.&nbsp;

Bitesize Business Breakfast

Donald Trump announces $200 billion of deals with the UAE

09 Oct 2026. New UAE limits on sodium, sugar and fat will require some food manufacturers to reformulate their products. Hunter Foods’ Ananya Narayan discusses the cost and whether shoppers could pay more. Plus, AEON Clinic on the business of longevity, Beautyworld on whether trade shows are translating into deals, and Jaguar Land Rover on its electric reinvention.

09 Oct 2026. New UAE limits on sodium, sugar and fat will require some food manufacturers to reformulate their products. Hunter Foods&rsquo; Ananya Narayan discusses the cost and whether shoppers could pay more. Plus, AEON Clinic on the business of longevity, Beautyworld on whether trade shows are translating into deals, and Jaguar Land Rover on its electric reinvention.

Will healthier snacks cost more?

08 Oct 2026. Live from HSBC Tower, Simon Williams explains how Gulf economies have absorbed regional instability and why growth could rebound n 2027. HSBC UAE CEO Mohamed Al Marzooqi reflects on the bank's 80 years in the country, Al Ghurair's John Iossifidis discusses its move into healthcare, and Duncan Fraser-Smith examines the business value of a Michelin star. 

08 Oct 2026. Live from HSBC Tower, Simon Williams explains how Gulf economies have absorbed regional instability and why growth could rebound n 2027. HSBC UAE CEO Mohamed Al Marzooqi reflects on the bank's 80 years in the country, Al Ghurair's John Iossifidis discusses its move into healthcare, and Duncan Fraser-Smith examines the business value of a Michelin star.&nbsp;

Why Gulf economies are holding up

07 Oct 2026. Live from HSBC Tower as the bank celebrates 80 years in the UAE, HSBC’s Janet Henry expects a soft landing for the global economy, despite slower growth, higher inflation and geopolitical risks. Paul Mackel looks at the outlook for the US dollar. Plus, ValuStrat says the decline in property valuations has paused and Musafir.com discussed winter travel demand.

07 Oct 2026. Live from HSBC Tower as the bank celebrates 80 years in the UAE, HSBC&rsquo;s Janet Henry expects a soft landing for the global economy, despite slower growth, higher inflation and geopolitical risks. Paul Mackel looks at the outlook for the US dollar. Plus, ValuStrat says the decline in property valuations has paused and Musafir.com discussed winter travel demand.

Donald Trump announces $200 billion of deals with the UAE

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