David Jones, Australia's longest-running department store, falls into collapse
Australian retailer David Jones has collapsed after 188 years, but its 38 physical stores and online sites will keep trading while receivers review the business.
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Abu Dhabi draws global investment firms as secondary market deals hit record
Global asset managers and private equity firms are setting up offices in Abu Dhabi to take part in a fast-growing secondary market, where record deal volumes have been reported.
Canva to cut jobs affecting over 1,000 staff
Design platform Canva has announced large job cuts, with more than 1,000 employees set to lose their jobs or be asked to take on different roles.
Poundland's suppliers warn of heavy losses if the retailer fails
A supplier to the UK discount chain Poundland says it would lose millions if the retailer collapses, and other suppliers have said they would be forced out of business.
Asda appoints former Morrisons boss David Potts to lead business
Leeds-based supermarket Asda has named David Potts to take charge of the company with immediate effect.
Riyadh startup HiHome opens Saudi family homes to visitors
Founded by Riyadh-based Alsadoun, HiHome lets tourists stay with local families in their homes rather than in hotels, a model that began in 2019 as Saudi Arabia started issuing tourist visas.
Many car buyers may be owed compensation over finance commissions
Car finance customers may be entitled to compensation linked to commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.
Britons Less Engaged at Work as Extra Effort Declines
A new report has found that people in Britain are less engaged with their jobs and less willing to go beyond their basic duties.
Regulator backs early compensation offers for car finance drivers
A regulator has said it supports lenders making early compensation offers to drivers caught up in the car finance dispute, provided the offers are fair.
ADNOC's XRG to buy Shell's stake in Australia's North West Shelf LNG project
Abu Dhabi's XRG has agreed to acquire Shell's stake in the North West Shelf LNG project for $1.45 billion, pending regulatory approvals.
Former Poundland owner offers to invest as minister prepares board meeting
Steve Smith, who previously owned the discount retailer Poundland, has offered to invest in the business as a minister prepares to meet its board.
Ryanair warns pay freeze possible as fuel costs climb
Ryanair has said it may freeze pay for its workers because fuel prices are rising sharply.
Dubai entrepreneur links business growth with social purpose through Barkat Meal
Gunjan Gangwani, co-founder of KRMA Solutions, says she measures success by the difference her ventures make, and describes Barkat Meal as an effort to make wholesome food affordable for Dubai's workers.
MEPL International plans wider freight services as global trade faces disruption
Sunita Bhambhani Shah of MEPL International says the freight firm is focused on GCC, CIS and Eurasia markets and on diversified logistics solutions ahead of 2027.
Aramco acquires 49 per cent stake in Saudi AI firm
Saudi oil company Aramco has taken a 49 per cent stake in a Saudi artificial intelligence company.
Hollow gold offers big looks at lower weight and cost
Jewellers say hollow gold designs let buyers wear bold, voluminous pieces for less, as gold prices have softened in the Gulf and India.
Crypto exchanges tighten security after Binance's $6.3 billion breach
Rival cryptocurrency platforms are strengthening their defences after a major security breach at Binance, which affected an estimated $6.3 billion in digital assets.
Rising Candy Prices Put Pressure on Halloween Shoppers
Chocolate and other sweets have become noticeably more expensive ahead of Halloween, leading many shoppers to hunt for discounts.
US tech shares slide as AI cost worries weigh on markets
Technology stocks in the United States fell sharply, with Intel's share price extending its losses and the tech-heavy Nasdaq opening at its lowest level in over two months.
UAE revises e-invoicing penalties ahead of rollout
The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced updated administrative penalties linked to its electronic invoicing system before it is rolled out.