MENA's Auto Slowdown. Who Is Still Buying Cars?

MENA's Auto Slowdown. Who Is Still Buying Cars?

Halfway through 2026, the MENA automotive sector is facing a sharp 3.9% decline in vehicle sales. Presenter Tim Elliott sits down with Anna-Marie Baisden, Head of Autos and Infrastructure Research, BMI, to unpack a story of extreme divergence, examining how shipping disruptions and geopolitical strain are punishing some markets whilst others show surprising resilience.

Why Landlords Prefer Empty Homes Over Flexible Pay

Dubai’s rental market is moving toward a more modern, flexible future. Speaking on Mira Business FM today, EVA Real Estate’s Mario Volpi tells Tim Elliott that while some premium landlords are still holding on to traditional single-cheque payments, the growing demand for European-style monthly rent is paving the way for exciting, tenant-friendly options that will ultimately make Dubai an even more attractive place to live.

USD 375 Million Deal to Power the Middle East's Clean Energy Growth

UAE-based energy transition platform Positive Zero has closed a landmark non-recourse debt facility of up to $375 million, marking a major milestone for the region's decentralized utility sector. Host Tim Elliott is joined by David Auriau, CEO of Positive Zero, to analyze how this structured financing—arranged with Natixis CIB and The Arab Energy Fund—aims to accelerate solar, energy efficiency, and clean mobility projects across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, and Qatar.

Is Georgia the Plan B of Dubai Investors?

Is Georgia the new frontier for luxury real estate? Following a high-profile Mira Verde launch in Tbilisi, Luxe Vista Properties CEO Ajay Menon sits down with Tim Elliott. He analyses why major UAE developers are aggressively targeting the market, offering investors premium, fully serviced master communities at a fraction of European capital prices.

Can Your Investments Survive the US-Iran Crisis?

Fresh tensions between the US and Iran are rattling global markets once again, and raising fresh questions about inflation, interest rates, and where investors should put their money next. As geopolitical risks return to the spotlight, what should investors expect in the weeks ahead? Joining Tim Elliott is Ryan Lemand, Founder and CEO of Neovision Wealth Management, with insights on navigating today's uncertain market landscape.