Morning Drive

Abu Dhabi vs Dubai: Where to Buy Your Property?

Luxe Vista Properties CEO Ajay Menon joins Tim Elliott to analyse the distinct macroeconomic and regulatory landscapes shaping the UAE real estate sector. From Dubai’s transaction-heavy, global yield hubs to Abu Dhabi’s stable institutional capital, discover how investors can maximise returns and mitigate long-term risk. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

Maldives Targets Eid and Summer Travel Demand

The Maldives is seeing steady demand from GCC travellers ahead of Eid and the summer holiday season, with resorts focusing on experience-led tourism, sustainability and longer stays. Fredric Bohez, Chief Operating Officer of the Pulse Group, joins Tim Elliott to discuss shifting regional consumer expectations within a competitive luxury market. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

ASEAN Islamic Finance Crosses Historic $1 Trillion Mark

ASEAN’s Islamic finance sector has passed a momentous one-trillion-dollar milestone, reflecting substantial regional growth. Fitch Ratings’ Bashar Al-Natoor joins Tim Elliott to analyse the key domestic drivers across Malaysia and Indonesia, expanding cross-border trade pipelines with the GCC, and why harmonising Shari’ah standardisation remains vital for future expansion. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

Dubai Restaurant Week Extended

Dubai Restaurant Week has secured an extended finish ahead of Eid al-Adha following unprecedented consumer demand, Dubai Economy & Tourism’s Alreem Al Redha tells Tim Elliott. Over 125 culinary establishments are capitalising on the extension, boosting city-wide commercial spend and highlighting dominant new trends shaping the market. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

Dubai Property Surge: Fact or Fiction?

Dubai real estate transactions have surged to a staggering fifteen billion dirhams in just one week. Is this extraordinary growth sustainable, or does the data mask on-the-ground market challenges? Industry expert Mario Volpi joins Tim Elliott to analyse the figures, regional masterplans, and what lies ahead for developers. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]