How to Build and Scale a Massive Business in the UAE

Are You Saving Enough to Retire Comfortably?

New analysis reveals a comfortable retirement now demands a staggering £1.2 million pension pot. Independent Financial Consultant James Thomas joins Tim Elliott on Mirabisis FM to unpack this sobering figure. They explore soaring property markets, shifting global demographics, and crucial strategies to help you secure your financial future.

Will AI Make the Recruitment Industry Redundant?

Are AI advancements about to trigger widespread corporate redundancies? David Mackenzie, Managing Director of Mackenzie Jones Middle East, joins Tim Elliott to analyse how technology is reshaping the future of human resources. The industry expert addresses uncomfortable boardroom questions regarding automation, career evolution, and the shifting job market.

UAE's Strait of Hormuz Exit Plan. Is Zero Dependence Possible?

The UAE is moving to cut its dependency on the Strait of Hormuz to zero, as concerns over regional security and supply chain resilience remain in focus. What would that mean for trade, energy exports and the wider economy? Joining Tim Elliott is Dr Lijo John, Assistant Professor in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University Dubai.

Has Sharjah Become the UAE’s Real Estate Hotspot?

Sharjah’s property market has hit record highs, with real estate sales surging 64% to AED65.6 billion. Foreign ownership reforms, lower living costs and major infrastructure projects are fueling demand across the emirate. Joining Tim Elliott to explain the surge is Ali Siddiqui, Research Manager at Cavendish Maxwell.

Saudi, UAE and Qatar Travellers Fuel 145% Rise in World Cup Jet Demand

Luxury travel demand from the Gulf is surging ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with private aviation company XO reporting a 145% rise in multi-city travel enquiries across the US, Canada and Mexico. Travellers from Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar are increasingly combining football, business and family travel into longer North America itineraries. Joining Tim Elliott to explain the trend is Youssef Mouallem, Chief Business Officer at Vista.